2007-06-30 17:39:13 · 15 answers · asked by worrygirl 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
you defend yourself in court, get a lawyer and prove you did not do it
2007-06-30 17:46:36 · answer #1 · answered by tiff-so-fierce 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well if you are being served with papers to appear in court, then you have to appear in court, or several things can happen.
If the papers are for a criminal offence, then the Judge could issue an arrest warrant for your arrest. Then you will have the charge of Failure to Appear added on.
If the papers are for small claims, i.e. being sued for damages or what not, then the judge can issue a default judgement against you if you do not show up. Which means you are guilty and are liable to pay the damages.
The best thing to do is to gather your proof that you did nothing. You could even hire a lawyer to help you. And if it is prooven that you didn't do it, you might have recourse to sue.
Which ever the case may be, you do need to show up, so nothing more can happen.
2007-07-01 00:47:06 · answer #2 · answered by beowolf72 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
HA! I've had this happen more than once. I use to live behind a Crazy Vietnamese lady and her Stupid American husband with there No talk English kids. They where always trying to take me to court for money and stuff. Unless they can prove without a DOUBT that your the one who did something. Don't worry. I know it's scary at first. My first time in court for something I didn't do was HORRIBLE. But after the 2nd, 3rd, 4th time...it gets easier.
2007-07-01 00:45:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If served a summons to appear that is what you do. .
Tell the truth and get representation if this is serious. You did not mention if this is is small claims or Superior Court.
If a fabrication you may have a counter claim.
2007-07-01 00:47:15 · answer #4 · answered by Stand-up philosopher. It's good to be the King 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have to defend it. Being served means it's going to court, so best consult a lawyer.
2007-07-01 00:42:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
LOL nice question!!!!
I think you mean serving a sentence? You appeal the ruling and go to court again.
2007-07-01 00:42:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Served.....??? As in hamburgers? A curve ball? What?
2007-07-01 01:32:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You go to court and state your case.
2007-07-01 00:42:07 · answer #8 · answered by pepper 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You can see them in court
2007-07-01 00:41:25 · answer #9 · answered by jean 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You appear and answer the charges.
2007-07-01 00:45:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋