Q: In a Hawaii criminal citation for drinking on the beach, the PO left out the Law section that I committed, is this valid
Hi I was caught drinking at waikiki beach and was given a citation for 3 charges, "Park Rules, Prohibs, & Litter Control". The area for "Section" to the left of it was left blank so I don't know exactly which crime I committed as per Hawaii law. Is this a reason for my case to be dismissed? I also live in California and not have been able to call in for my court date on 8/1/23. Any suggestions on the next course of action? Thank you
A:
if the "Section" area of the citation was left blank, it could potentially be a procedural error. However, whether or not this error alone is sufficient to have your case dismissed would depend on the specific laws and procedures in Hawaii, as well as the discretion of the court handling your case.
Regarding your court date, since you are unable to call in, it is crucial to inform the court about your situation as soon as possible. Contact the court clerk or the appropriate office handling your case and explain your circumstances. They may be able to provide guidance or reschedule your court appearance.
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