i was presented with a summons for harrasing phone calls what can happen to me in court?

It's not clear whether you were charged with a crime or whether this a restraining order or what type of case this is.  In any event, you are certainly going to do much better if you hire a lawyer. This answer is given in accordance with the laws of Virginia and may not be applicable in any other state.  It should not be construed as legal advice, as that would require a more thorough analysis of all of the facts involved in a specific case.  If you need further information or assistance, please feel free to contact my office for a consultation. Case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case.