I don't want to present my case , if im subpoena to court with no show (being the accuser), will I be punished
345049
If you have been notified by subpoena or summons you have to appear in court. If you do not appear then you are in contempt and a bench warrant may be issued for your arrest - this is not a good thing.\n\nA defendent has the right to face his accuser in a timely manner and in good faith. The prosecutor will likely make the case on your behalf, but counsel for the defendent has the right to cross-examine you on evidence that you provide.\n\nUnless the prosecutor decides not to proceed because it is not in the public interest, or there is little likelihood of conviction, you need to go to court.  \n\nIf I were you, and felt the way that you say you do, I would call up the prosecutor's office (the DA) and tell them how you feel.
725031
If they have been tried and sentenced, that will not help much.  If not, then talk to the District Attorney's office about whether they would continue the case if you did not press charges.  They may or may not want to pursue it without your testimony, but you can ask.
336438
Depends. Was this the 1st appearance? If so, then the cop had no idea you planned on contesting the ticket, and it is perfectly legal to allow the courts to give notice to the cop in order to get him to appear... But, if he doesnt appear at the trial date (May 17), then you get dismissed. \n\nIve gotten 26 tickets in my life, and only three have ever appeared on my record. If you know the laws and know what questions tto ask WHILE BEING TICKETED, you can beat almost anything they give you. If you'd like, youre welcome to email me and explain the situation completely, and Ill see if there is anything I can tell you that will assist in your defense. I love making cops look stupid in court!
139178
The DA can still follow through on the charges but usually won't if you are the only witness and you refuse to testify in court...they can force you to testify but it's usually not what they do.
561009
Showing up at the contempt hearing is usually enough to get the contempt citation dropped (assuming this is the first time you've missed a court date).  Be appropriately apologetic to the judge and you'll be fine.
1016581
It's totally up to the judge. Give a good reason and don't push it, you can lose your case for no shows.
845972
I would take it to court, you are going to have to pay the court cost anyways....and yes if you have the right to face your accusers in court......If you can get the time off from work go for it...that is why they give you the court date....
1000170
That depends on whether or not the victim is under a subpoena.  In the United States system of justice, the victim is not required to show up to most criminal proceedings.  The victim does not actually prosecute the defendant.  The state (through the District Attorney's office) prosecutes the defendant.  If the victim is under a subpoena then it's possible that a judge will throw out the case because the accused have the Constitutional right to confront their accuser.  \n\nWhat generally happens is that the District Attorney will subpoena the victim to testify so the court will then compel the victim to testify.  The victim is not actually required to testify, however, unless there is a subpoena.  So in this case, it will all depend on the district attorney.
761903
I don't.  Frankly, generally if a prosecutor is actually taking you to trial they have evidence that your are guilty.  So, why would they not regard you was such, after all they have the burden or proof.  My dad was a prosecutor, so obviously I grew up around those guys, they were family to me and nothing to be afraid of.   Why does it matter to you anyway, obviously a prosecutor will regard you as guilty, that's why they're bringing you to trial, it's human nature.
998100
They would like to talk to you about your involvement in a domestic case.  They will probably question you if  they do not have solid evidence showing you were involved.  They will take you into a room usually with 2 investigators and it will probably be taped and recorded.  They will read you your rights and make you sign a piece of paper indicating you understand your rights.  If you wish to remain silent you tell them so and say you wish to consult with a lawyer first.  Depending on how serious the charges are they can hold up for up to 72 hours then they have to release you.  If you can not afford a lawyer one will be appointed to you.  And public defenders aren't the greatest.  I would go in and see what is going on.  Otherwise they could put a warrent out on you for you arrest.  Rather be safe then sorry.
496025
It depends on the judge/justice of the peace/magistrate.  Legally, you are entitled to insist that you have a right to confront all witnesses against you and since the only witness who has any firsthand knowledge of what you allegedly did is not available, the case cannot proceed and must be dismissed.  But it is entirely possible that the judge/JOTP/magistrate either (1) doesn't care or (2) doesn't know what that means, and will let the hearing proceed as the judge, prosecutor, chief witness, and fact finder...to which you can object to, and his only response will be argue it on appeal.
594594
you can refuse anything in court if you want to.  Now they may not agree with you...lol\nbut that is your prerogative if you wish to get thrown in the hoosegow....lol
910985
no not unless asked by the court.\nIf asked by the court and you lie, then you may be charged with perjury also.\nThats a big one!
1181182
Yes.....but they will just ignore you.  There are procedural issues that are different from municipality to municipality.  Unless you know exactly what to do, the liklihood of success is low (the friend of the court may be able to help you out).\n\nAlso, what you subpoena must be relevant.  If you can't prove the relevance to your case, you will get completely ignored....even with an attorny.\n\nExample 1:  You want a record of all parking tickets on a given day to try and prove so many people get tickets that perhaps they shouldn't.  Not going to happen.\n\nExample 2:  You are accused of bank robbery.  Witnesses saw someone get into an illegally parked car after robbing a bank.  The cops grab you off the street because you match a description given to them.  A witness identifies you as the suspect....doh.  You need a record of all cars ticketed in front of the bank as leads as to whom might have really robbed the bank.  Definitely relevant.
709608
You have an arraignment, where you plead guilty or not guilty.  If you plead not guilty, the next hearing would be a preliminary hearing, in which prosecutors will present evidence to a judge who would then determine whether or not there is enough evidence to bind you over to trial.  If there is enough evidence to bind you over to trial, the judge will set a trial date.
402088
If you are the accuser, you don't have to be present.  But, know that it will make the judge seriously question your credibility..and your testimony may be what is needed to get a conviction.  I don't know what happened, but if it is something traumatic like a rape, etc...you can testify by closed circuit television...ask your lawyer, or if you don't have one, call the court and ask them..
539045
You won't.  While a cop doesn't necessarily have to be present for a citation to be issued in this instance it's her word against yours. Just relax, you didn't do anything wrong.