Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

arraignment

I have hired an attorney. Is it true that I do not have to be present for the arraignment?


Asked on 7/20/09, 7:39 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joe Dane Law Office of Joe Dane

Re: arraignment

If it is a misdemeanor, the attorney can appear for you unless it is a domestic violence case or if you are ordered to appear by the judge.

If it's a a felony, you must be there.

Verify this with the attorney you paid. They realy should have explained this to you.

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Answered on 7/20/09, 7:45 pm
David M. Wallin Law Offices OF David M. Wallin

Re: arraignment

You should ask your attorney. You not knowing or believing him is concerning as an attorney. For a misdemeanor, you can have an attorney appear for you, without the need for your presence. On a Felony, you MUST be present.

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Answered on 7/20/09, 8:20 pm


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