Q: How long for court date after misdemeanor bail in Indiana?
I was bailed out of jail on December 14, 2024, in Steuben County for two misdemeanor charges: possession of marijuana and Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) under the influence of a schedule 1 and 2 substances. I have yet to receive an initial court date for my case and do not have legal representation yet. How long does the judge have to set a first appearance on these charges?
A: If you have not yet received a court date yet, then the prosecutor has likely not yet filed charges. The prosecutor has two years to file charges under the statute of limitations. You can check on mycase to see if/when charges have been filed. I would suggest consulting with a local criminal defense attorney; most offer free consultations.
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