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What can I do if I have a felony because of a missed court date but I have turned myself in?
Asked on Jan 31st, 2014 on Personal Injury - Florida
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Alright, I missed a court date from a vehicular accident with no insurance and I turned myself in. When I was in front of a judge, I told him, "I really forgot my court date" after I turned myself into the jailhouse. The only thing I have a question is that I applied for a job and after I got an interview, they sent me a paper they could not hire me because I had a felony on my record. I didn't try to run it was a real accident like I said earlier. I don't have enough money to speak with lawyer or attorney. I just really want to know that if I have a felony or not, as of right now I'm trying to start a life with my wife and join the army and get a good paying job. Anything would be helpful.
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Automobile Negligence Attorney serving Orlando, FL
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First thing you need to do is check with local law enforcement to find out if you really have a felony on your record. I can't imagine a judge would convict you of a felony for missing a court date and then turning yourself in later. If for whatever reason you have a felony on your record, you need to come up with the money to hire an attorney to expunge your record....as having a felony on your record will ruin your life, and probably ruin your chances of enlisting in the service.
Answered on Feb 05th, 2014 at 3:03 PM
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You need to go the local police station and ask for a copy of your criminal record. That will tell you if you have felony or not.
Answered on Feb 05th, 2014 at 3:03 PM