QUESTION
What will happen if I do not go to court for a DUI?
Asked on Jan 03rd, 2011 on DUI/DWI - Texas
More details to this question:
Recently received my 3rd DUI. From what I know there will be automatic jail time. If I was not to go to court I know there will be a warrant issued. (1) will they actively search for someone for a DUI? (2) will I ever be able to get a license while there is a warrant issued?
1 ANSWER
Simon Brian Purnell
Not going to your court date is never a good option. With regard to a felony DWI (or any other felony or misdemeanor) a warrant will be issued for your arrest, your bond will be revoked (and if there is a bond company, they will be assisting in finding you), and you will be unable to get a license. The ideal situation is to have your lawyer negotiate a plea if the state has a good case that does not involve jail time.
Answered on Jan 04th, 2011 at 4:43 AM