Lanett, AL asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Alabama

Q: I got 2 prior DV3rd in fla. I go to court in Alabama and scared they going to revoke bond cause I missed 2nd court date

My bondsman new I work all over the USA and a warrant had been issued. My bondsman wants me to come met him at office and get me in front of judge and ple out. If I go and plea notguilty, im scared my bond going to b revoked. If I plea guilty this will b the num 3. Witch makes it a felony. What do I do.

2 Lawyer Answers
Brian Joseph Lockwood
Brian Joseph Lockwood
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Mobile, AL
  • Licensed in Alabama

A: You need to appear in court with an attorney, not a bondsman. At a minimum, you should consult with an attorney immediately. Ideally, find someone in the county where you have Court.

A: Number one: hire yourself a good solid criminal defense attorney. The fact that you work all over the country etc. does not excuse you from attending Court. THe fact that you missed TWO dates makes this much worse. Hire an attorney. You are going to have to try to plea something out to avoid the felony. However, DV3rd enhancements to felonies is to help slow learners like you understand that you can't beat up family members. Don't make this worse by trying to run. Get a lawyer BEFORE you show up at the bail bondsman's office

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