Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I recently got a ticket for possession of meth and driving on a suspended license in Orange County, CA. There is a date of 1/18/19 to appear in court but I know for sure that the case hasn’t been filed yet. Is it mandatory that I appear in court to have the DA office sign off that I was there or can I just do the standard of waiting for a letter that it’s been files &call; in every few days to check if it’s been filed? Cuz I’m out of town and don’t want to pay to go back there, for nothing


Asked on 1/12/19, 5:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

If you don't appear, you face potential arrest warrant on the new charges of 'failure to appear'. I'd get myself a competent criminal defense attorney and follow his advice. If serious about hiring counsel, contact. me.

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Answered on 1/13/19, 12:14 pm


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