QUESTION
What will happen if I missed a hearing for a show cause over a DUI and how can I fix this without going to jail?
Asked on Dec 17th, 2012 on DUI/DWI - Michigan
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Hire legal counsel to file a motion to re-open the case.
Answered on Mar 19th, 2017 at 5:52 AM
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Depends on the state that you live in. Where do you live?
Answered on Jun 12th, 2013 at 12:31 AM
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Your question requires an attorney consultation. It is not a simple question that can be answered on this type of forum. There are many factors that would need to be considered and evaluated. I strongly suggest that you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney for a face-to-face consultation and give him/her all of the facts surrounding your situation. He/she would then be in a better position to analyze your case and advise you of your options.
Answered on Dec 21st, 2012 at 12:10 AM
Contact the prosecutor and explain you missed your hearing and ask for a new date, then don't miss that date. Seek help for your drinking problem.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2012 at 7:17 AM
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If you have a lawyer, speak with him or her about arranging a time for a new appearance at a rescheduled hearing. If you do not have a lawyer, it would be good to retain one. If you cannot at all obtain legal counsel, you could telephone the prosecutor and tell him or her that you forgot to appear, and would like to reschedule. They may agree, and may impose the condition that you come to the courthouse to receive a "notice in hand,' telling you of the time and place of the hearing.
Answered on Dec 19th, 2012 at 12:31 PM
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Your failure to appear will, most likely, result in a bench warrant being issued for your arrest. The best way to avoid jail is to remedy the issue that led to the show cause hearing and then to voluntarily appear before the judge with evidence that you have fixed the problem.
Answered on Dec 19th, 2012 at 12:30 PM
You need to hire a lawyer to go to court to recall the warrant. A lawyer can do this without you present, so it is a lot less risky.
Answered on Dec 19th, 2012 at 12:30 PM
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A bench warrant may have been issued. Talk to an attorney to resolve this matter without the possible threat of arrest.
Answered on Dec 19th, 2012 at 12:28 PM