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Arrest for Failure to Appear in Court

I was recently arrested for Failure to appear. I was to appear in court for two traffic violations, both were variations of driving on a suspended license. I did not know my license was suspended and I was going to go to court and pleade ''not guilty'' and explain that I did not know the license was suspended, and as soon as I found out I took care of the matter the next business day. My court date came around and my car would not start. I tried to call the court house but no one would talk to me. I could not get a ride to court. The judge issued a warrant for my arrest and I was arrested a few days later. What can I do about this situation?


Asked on 2/13/02, 10:30 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Re: Arrest for Failure to Appear in Court

Since you were arrested, the Court should automatically set you driving on a suspended license and failure to appear in for a hearing. You should go to court with a lawyer. If you are still in jail, a bail should have been set, if you are not in jail verify that the cases have been re-set. Get a cerified copy of your driving record to show the Judge that the reason for the suspension has been resolved.

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Answered on 2/13/02, 11:00 pm
RAYMOND CARIGNAN Raymond Carignan, Esq, LLC

Re: Arrest for Failure to Appear in Court

You should get a certified copy of your driving record and take it to court with an attorney.

What County is your case pending in ?

Maryland usually does not charge failure to appear as a separate offense.

Do you have a new Court date?

Call me at 410 975 9401.

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Answered on 2/14/02, 10:14 am


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