I have had an arraignment. Next is my preliminary hearing. What is that.
122143
Both sides present the basic facts of the case. The judge then determines if there is probable cause to believe you commited the crime. If he finds that way, then you will then be held to answer. In other words, a jury trial will be set in the matter. \n\nOther matters can be dealt with on the day of a preliminary hearing, such as bail reductions/increases and/or release terms.
281623
The trial is the time to try the facts.  If you wanted the other witnesses to testify on your behalf, they should have been at your trial.  Appeals are only for rulings of how the law was applied - they aren't to introduce new witnesses.\n\nYou're screwed.  Just be glad it's just a misdemeanor.
334432
Today there is always a paper trail.  That is the bad news.  It means that there is a record somewhere of the steps leading to your arrest and your arrest.  The good news is that there was never any charge so there is no court record.  There was never a conviction.  The bottom line for you is to look forward, not backward.  The saying is, in last years nests there are no birds this year.  So Look to the future.  Forget about pressing charges and the anger you must feel.  Better to put it behind you and move on with your life.
230636
No, you are not being compelled by the court to go...I think the prosecutor screwed up, or defense counsel, by not issuing a subpoena. (I don't know which side needs your testimony) Normally, when you are called as a witness, the attorney (either for the defendant or the state) will contact you and go over what you will be testifying to. If you don't go, they may have another continuence granted and subpoena you then. I would contact the prosecutor's office and ask about your attendance. Most of the time the prosecutor and defense counsel reach a plea agreement before the trial and you won't testify anyway.
389746
If you have a lawyer, notify him or her right away.  If you don't have a lawyer, get one.\n\nYou should contact the court to determine if a hearing is actually set for Friday.  Even though you might not have been served with papers, it would not be a good idea to ignore this situation as others have suggested.  \n\nFor you all you, your ex might have gotten someone to falsify a proof of service to show that you were properly served.  You might have to request a continuance and properly prepare for the hearing.  If there is a hearing and you don't show up, the court might make and adverse ruling against you that could be difficult to undo.
270728
by fed. law all court hearings have to be recorded it sounds too me like there giving u the run-around! after prosecution it should be public record,check there,if it's not,depending on your state,get a lawyer and go for mistrial on the basis of no transcript of court proceedings... I hope this helps!!!
455748
Get in touch with the court system or have your lawyer contact them- see if it is on your record.  Your lawyer could best answer this question but I believe the answer is no- you were not convicted of anything but detained till  released.  Good luck.
454900
Let's review a bit here, since you gave lots of information, most of it without a lot of value.\n\nYou didn't specify what state that you are in, so no one on this site can tell you what the sentence might be IF he is convicted of the offense.  From your statements, I also can't tell enough to know what really went on.\n\nAfter a person is arrested, generally they must be brought before a judge within a certain period of time.  That period of time is set by statute, and varies from state to state.  At that time, the judge will make sure your brother understands the charges against him, and ask him if he can afford an attorney.  If he can, then they will set bail but generally set it high... the attorney can always do a bond review motion.  If he cannot, there are generally public defenders available to be assigned there in the courtroom.\n\nThe next stage, depending on your state, will either be the submission of the case to a grand jury, (who will decide what to charge him with and if there is sufficient evidence to charge him) or a preliminary hearing.  The preliminary hearing is a hearing to determine if there is sufficient evidence to bind the defendant over for trial on the charge.  IT IS NOT A TRIAL.\n\nIF he is bound over for trial, then he will face trial.  It doesn't seem to me, from the sketchy information you gave, that a case of grand theft will lie.  However, a case of conspiracy might, and there may be other charges that will come out of this.\n\nThe important thing is that your brother needs the advice of an attorney, immediately.  Contact a criminal defense attorney who is licensed and experienced in your state and he/she can evaluate the situation, after having heard the entire story and reviewing all the facts.\n\nA retainer of $5,000 to $7,500 would not be unreasonable in my area of the country.\n\nFor a referral to an attorney, contact your local or state bar association.
38522
Depending on the state, a deferred prosecution or adjudication means that the original charge is deferred to a time in the future and the outcome is conditional. Usually this means that if no other instances of criminal behaviour occur within that period of time (where you are arrested or charged with another crime), then the original charge is dropped. It depends greatly from state to state and court to court. In your case I would contact the jurisdiction where the original assault charge took place and ask them. Or, you may try having a background check run on yourself, this will show any of the convictions that your college is talking about. If you have not been contacted by anyone from the court where you were charged, there is a real probability that you have no conviction on the original charge and you are home free. You should contact an attorney just to ease your mind.
502318
I would listen to the D.A in this case. Unless there is absolutley NO proof or enough evidence, I'd say the DA knows what they are talking about. Bless your heart and I hope everything works out for you.
559008
Thats an easy one. Just don't show up, you are the complaining witness in that case right?  If you dont show then theres no complaining witness, no complaining witness, no case, that means case dismissed. all charges dropped, but if the state picks up the charges you'll get a subpoena in the mail and you are compelled to show if you don't you get a capias for your arrest, and they make you testify anyway, but that probably wont happen.
62655
It is a kind of trial authorized by law to be held before a judge without the usual full hearing.  In your case I gues it has to do with eviction, a legal action whereby your landlord recovers control of hte premises from you.  Sounds as if you might ahve to leave.  But you might want to check with a lawyer yourself - some other landlords/tenants laws might apply.\n\ni hope this helps.
192013
Call them from a pay phone.  The courthouse or police station/sheriff's office will advise you.  Also, if it's a misdemeanor, turn yourself in and get it over with.  Believe me, it's not worth looking over your shoulder for for so long.  Eventually they'll catch you anyways and then it'll be worse.
573105
Are you the defendant?  If you have 4 criminal cases going against you at the same time, I think it's time someone locked your ass up!!!
72115
Normally they are arrested and will see a judge, it is called an initial appearance.  The judge advise the defendant (accused person) of the charge.\n\nDepending on prior history, a defendant might be release to return to court later.  If the defendant has a history of not showing up to court (fail to appear), then the judge will likely have a bond amount set.  Your family/friend will have to post the bond for you to leave jail or you stay in jail until the case is completed.\n\nThe next event is the arraignment.  The defendant is required to enter a plea (guilty, not guilty/responsible, no contest).  If you are entering a not guilty plea, then it is set for a pre-trial conference.\n\nDuring the pre-trial conference, the prosecutor will offer a plea deal.  If rejected, then you will be set for trial.\n\nDuring the trial, if you are found guilty, you will get sentence at that time or a later date.
240216
Well for one thing, you are not going to save any money by not showing up.  \n\nMost likely you have or will be fined guilty in absentia.  Now you have a judgment against you.  The can also file criminal charges on you as well if this was just civil court.\n\nBottom line, go to the court asap and try to schedule a new court date if it's not too late.
498500
Hmm, my guess is see if there were any newspaper reports as to when the court hearing will be or to just contact a local court house and ask them how to gain this information.\n\nGood luck!