Legal Question in Traffic Law in Maryland

dismissing a case

a warrant was issued for my arrest in 5-05 and i was unaware because of a move i missed a court date i turned myself in and was issued another date...the traffic matter was cleared up before the court date ( my liscence was suspended for emissions and i since have gotten rid of that car) my liscence is clear now and i do not want to spend a day in court can i have the case dismissed without hiring an attorney to do the paper work for me the case is due in court on 10-18-05


Asked on 10/08/05, 10:21 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: dismissing a case

You have a warrant and have not provided any details as to why. You should contact an attorney for assistance.

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Answered on 10/09/05, 12:44 am
A.P. Pishevar The Pishevar Law Firm, P.C.

Re: dismissing a case

Although this is not legal advice, it sounds like you have done a lot to correct your MVA records and licensure issues. Now it sounds like you may have a reasonable chance of convincing the State to enter a Nolle Prosequei if you take an appropriate approach to things. As you may have heard, it is not a good idea to go to court without a lawyer simply EXPECTING or ASSUMING that the State will drop the charges. The consequences of guessing wrong may be serious and severe. Even lawyers should not go to court without a lawyer on their own cases. It is everyone's constitutional right to proceed pro se (without a lawyer). Exercising that right is usually a poor choice, though. I wish you success. If you would like to come in for a free consultation to see if we can handle your case for you and the costs thereof, please call and make an appointment. -The Pishevar Firm.

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Answered on 10/12/05, 1:17 pm


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