im taking a job abroad at the end of march and it coincides with a jury duty that ive postponed once already. i tried to change it to an earlier date online but they only have dates in april. if after speaking to one of the court clerks and them either not understanding or caring about my situation, what can happen to me?
fine?a warrant when i get back?
2007-02-27 15:12:20 · 9 answers · asked by carlos l 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
are you actually assigned to a case or just reporting for possible jury duty? I would call and just postpone it or tell them you are leaving the country on ____date and will not be here to report so what can you do? Also let them know how long you will be gone so you don't get a notice to appear while you are gone and have it not be answered or known so there is a warrant upon your return. I'm sure they will be able to resolve it.
I would send a certified letter to the judge presiding the court and the address on the notice to appear with a copy of your itinerary of your new job abroad and ask to be dismissed, if you can't get anywhere on the phone.
2007-02-27 15:22:23 · answer #1 · answered by Tina of Lymphland.com 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Were the letters sent registered mail, or did you have to sign for them? If not, then nothing will happen as the court cannot prove that you received the Jury summons. If the letters were registered mail, get your self down to the courthouse and file a petition to be released from jury duty.
2016-03-29 03:47:05 · answer #2 · answered by Hilary 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are gone when you are scheduled I don't see a problem for the simple reason is that you are no longer a RESIDENT of that jurisdiction. I would inform the court NOW, certified mail, return receipt request, that you will be moving from the area for whatever length of time you are gone. Send any documentation you have as evidence. Do not deal with a clerk.
Send your documentation to whomever's name is on your appearance request.
2007-02-27 15:26:36 · answer #3 · answered by professorc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A judge can issue an arrest warrant for you. You can be arrested and charged with contempt of court and get a fine. It depends on your state. I'm guessing they will be reasonable however.
2007-02-27 15:19:06 · answer #4 · answered by Michael da Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you can be found in contempt of court, a warrant for your arrest will be filed, and upon arriving back in the country, you will be arrested.
2007-02-27 15:21:43 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Catherine♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You explain you were out of the country and tried to get it changed, but were not able to change your plans. They will most likely allow that without a problem unless you've been an *** in your dealings with them to date.
2007-02-27 15:18:02 · answer #6 · answered by meathookcook 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to call if you have missed...... after the first day... well than dont drop the soap
i found myself in a similar situation and told them that it was going to cause a financial difficulty for my family and they let me go after i had written a letter....and that was federal court.....best thing you can do is get the info in early enough cause they generally call in more than they need and could use some one else.. maybe an alternate
2007-02-27 15:19:16 · answer #7 · answered by David D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just a warrant. it happened to my friend. as long as you stay out of trouble with the law then its not like they will come out looking for you, it is just in their files.
2007-02-27 15:24:45 · answer #8 · answered by Jim B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they will issue a bench warrant in most states and if they do you can be punished with things as simple as community service.. or as bad as time in jail
2007-02-27 15:32:26 · answer #9 · answered by zunyone1974 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋