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If you do not go to court on the date that you are supposed to appear, an Order for Arrest may be issued on that day. If you miss court, go to the Clerk’s Office immediately and explain the situation. You may be assigned another court date or you may not. Asking […]

Anyone charged with a misdemeanor or felony has certain legal rights.
You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to say anything about the facts of your case. If you do, your statements can be used against you during your trial.
You have the right to hire an attorney to be present […]

As your attorney, I will have discussed this matter at length with you. I will also have made arrangements with the Assistant District Attorney handling your case. You will understand what is happening and what to expect.
Your sentence or punishment could be any one of the following, or some combination of the following:
A […]

There are three types of offenses with which you might be charged:
Infractions: An infraction carries a court cost and fine, as well as possible driver’s license and insurance points as the penalty. You cannot be sentenced to serve time in prison for an infraction.
Misdemeanors: A misdemeanor may require the payment of a court cost […]

When you enter the courtroom sit close to the front. Do not talk in the courtroom.
When court starts, listen for your name to be called. Your name may be mispronounced so listen closely. If I represent you, when your name is called say, “Attorney” loudly and clearly. If your name is […]

If you have children, find a babysitter.
Plan to stay at least three hours. If I represent you, please only leave after I tell you to do so. The courtroom will be crowded and it may be awhile before I am able to speak with you and the judge listens to your case.
Dress appropriately. […]