Q: So my fiance was issued a DWI (the cop said he smelled alcohol on his breath) and that was almost 2 months ago. We had a
Court date but he wasnt called. Went to the clerk of court and they couldn't find the ticket in the system, said he probably didnt turn it in and gave him a new court date. What happens if he forsnt turn it in. And is there no rule or anything that the ticket needs to be turned in by the court date? They didnt breathalize. I believe they took blood at the hosptial. Edit: he had an accident but it was a 1 vehicle accident. He did contact a lawyer but they only had his registration citation. Not the DWI. So he didnt really know what to do.
A: There is a lot about your question that doesn't make sense. Typically, if blood is taken that means there was an accident. If the accident was serious enough the officer may not have yet served him with the citation which may explain it not being in the system (of course the more likely explanation is clerk or officer error). Basically, he needs to consult with a local DWI attorney now. He should have done that as soon as possible after the incident. Waiting and going to court himself was essentially an incredibly bad idea.
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