Missing a court date
in Law ·
Hey
We’ve got to have some faith in the rule of law. It's really not all doom and gloom out there!🙂
We’ve got to have some faith in the rule of law. It's really not all doom and gloom out there!🙂
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Missing a court date
in Law ·
I’ll definitely be showing up, because I have everything to gain here.
It’s a big deal for me since I’m actually the victim in this situation. Three of us gave our statements to the police during the investigation, and later we even spoke to the detectives. Now, they’re all talking nonsense about how they won't show up to court. But I need those defendants convicted as soon as possible so I can move forward with my private lawsuit and claim damages.
I'm just wondering, though—what happens if the witnesses don't show up to the hearing? Doesn't the whole thing just get postponed indefinitely?
It’s a big deal for me since I’m actually the victim in this situation. Three of us gave our statements to the police during the investigation, and later we even spoke to the detectives. Now, they’re all talking nonsense about how they won't show up to court. But I need those defendants convicted as soon as possible so I can move forward with my private lawsuit and claim damages.
I'm just wondering, though—what happens if the witnesses don't show up to the hearing? Doesn't the whole thing just get postponed indefinitely?
Missing a court date
in Law ·
Brian Edwards6 said:It should be explicitly stated in the subpoena itself. I don't have my legal references handy at this moment, but if I recall correctly, you could face fines up to $6667. Don't take my word for it just yet; I'll look it up while I'm at the office and get back to you tomorrow with the exact details.👍
No, it doesn't.👍
The court can reimburse all reasonable expenses incurred for traveling to the hearing and testifying; you simply need to request that compensation during the proceeding once you've finished giving your testimony.👍
Thanks, Brian Edwards6, you're a lifesaver!🙂
Missing a court date
in Law ·
I'm curious about what kind of penalties someone faces if they just don't show up to court. Specifically, I'm talking about witnesses (there are several of them).
Does it actually count as a valid excuse if those witnesses aren't currently at their registered home address?
Also, I want to know who picks up the tab for travel expenses if a witness or the victim lives outside the area where the trial is being held. I heard the government covers those costs—does anyone know how that process actually works?
I also heard that the court (the state) covers per diem costs to make up for lost wages while you're away from work for the legal proceedings.
Does anyone have any insight on this?
I’d really appreciate the help!
Does it actually count as a valid excuse if those witnesses aren't currently at their registered home address?
Also, I want to know who picks up the tab for travel expenses if a witness or the victim lives outside the area where the trial is being held. I heard the government covers those costs—does anyone know how that process actually works?
I also heard that the court (the state) covers per diem costs to make up for lost wages while you're away from work for the legal proceedings.
Does anyone have any insight on this?
I’d really appreciate the help!