i told the prosecuter i did not want to press charges in this domestic abuse case and i want it dropped. she didnt. she then seved me the supeona to appear
2007-01-28 18:02:14 · 10 answers · asked by grunderd 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
A CONTEMPT OF COURT CHARGE WITH A WARRANT ATTACHED TO IT.
2007-01-28 18:32:17 · answer #1 · answered by Gianna M 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the State you live in. Not honoring the subpoena can result in a Failure to Appear charge. It is a misdemeanor charge. In most States, domestic abuse charges must be brought to court. Far too many victims do not press charges only to have the abuser go free and continue the abuse until there is a murder.
You don't have to be the victim. Go talk to some family service counselors or women's advocacy groups. You can help yourself as well as your abuser.
2007-01-28 18:24:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can put a bench warrant out for your arrest if they really want to. Even though you are the victim.. A few yrs ago my family and i were in a car accident, we were hit by a drunk and when it came time for him to appear I accidentally missed the first hearing and I had to call and let them know because they said that they could come after me as I was deemed a witness for the state.
2007-01-28 18:06:22 · answer #3 · answered by heartache 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe it is a failure to appear and the Judge can serve a bench warrant o you. They may come and get or that day or you may have an outstanding warrant out for you. Either way I would contact the attorney right away.
2007-01-28 18:07:37 · answer #4 · answered by It's been a while........... 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contrary to popular belief, individuals do not "press charges." It's up to the prosecutor's office, so you cannot stop the process.
You will be cited for contempt of court. In California, under C.C.P. § 1218(a), a person found guilty of contempt may be fined up to $1,000, or imprisoned for up to five days, or both.
2007-01-28 18:09:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can be held in contempt of court unless you have a valid reason for not appearing. The judge can order your arrest for ignoring a subpoena that was duly served.
2007-01-28 18:10:59 · answer #6 · answered by Belen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it can acctually be a felony charge. Not all areas have to drop the charges now. if they feel they have enough evidence they will prosecute on there own they do not need you to file the charges! its called assult and depening on the circumstances they do file charges on there onwn SHOW UP ANSWER HONESTLY AND DO NOT WORRY ABOUT IT BUT IF YOU DONT SHOW UP YOU MOST LIKELY WILL GO TO JAIL!!
2007-01-28 18:11:00 · answer #7 · answered by me 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should have the penalty written on the subpoena. It usually involves at least some jail time since it's a felony.
2007-01-28 18:07:28 · answer #8 · answered by marklemoore 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Failure to comply with a court order is a criminal offence,but the charges are up to the D.A. to decide.
2007-01-28 18:12:25 · answer #9 · answered by charliecizarny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
THERE IS PROBABLY A WARRANT FOR YOU. YOU NEED TO CONTACT THE COURT SYSTEM. they USUALLY TAKE THEM OVER THEIR SELVES.
2007-01-28 18:08:50 · answer #10 · answered by queenie one 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋