Q: Received citation for improper backing in Will county.If the other party doesn't show for court will it be dismissed?
Backed into a parked car, filed a police report but received a citation for improper backing. My insurance already fixed the other car, but I plead not guilty to the citation. My next court date is for all parties , but i spoke with the other party and they have ensured me that they will not come to the court date.Will my ticket be dismissed or should i plead guilty asking for supervision?
A: Although not automatic, in most situations in which there is a minor accident, if the party who witnessed the accident and whose property was damaged does not appear, the prosecutor will dismiss the charges.
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A: If nobody testifies against you, then case should be dismissed.
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A: They only way the case could be dismissed is if the matter is set for trial on this next court date and the complaining witness does not appear in court. If the matter is not set for trial, the complaining witness does not have to appear in court in Will County.
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