Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts
Do I have to show up to court if I am subpenaed, and what will happen if I don't go?
Do I have an option to decline a court appearence?
Asked on 5/31/11, 6:05 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Patrick Donovan
Law Office of Patrick Donovan
If you are served wih a summons you must appear in court. A summons or Subpoena is a court order. If you do not appear the attorney that issued the Subpoena can ask for a capias and have you picked up and brought to the courthouse. That means a police officer or constable can place you in handcuffs and take you to the courthouse.
You have no option to decline to go to court.
Patrck Donovan
www.pdonovanlaw.com
Answered on 5/31/11, 6:11 am
Related Questions & Answers
-
My husband is being held in NC for a warrant in MA. At arraignment, he chose to... Asked 5/29/11, 10:49 pm in United States Massachusetts Criminal Law
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
