Fta

California
If you failed to appear in court because you were truly sick and you even called the courtroom, I know they put out a bench warrant. Is there anything you can do to avoid spending overnight in jail when you go back to court?

debreb4 said:

If you failed to appear in court because you were truly sick and you even called the courtroom, I know they put out a bench warrant. Is there anything you can do to avoid spending overnight in jail when you go back to court?

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Bring bail money with you. And beg to be released on bail.

As an FYI, claiming to be ill and missing a court hearing is VERY common. It is more common if the court hearing is related to progress in a drug or alcohol case and the defendant suspects he or she might test dirty. Don't be surprised if the judge denies bail or sets it very high.

- Carl

It depends on the Judge.

Get to court ASAP. Hopefully, the clerk made a notation of your call.
DO NOT LIE about calling or exaggerate your illness.

If you were really too ill, you should have a doctor's note....

debreb4 said:

California
If you failed to appear in court because you were truly sick and you even called the courtroom, I know they put out a bench warrant. Is there anything you can do to avoid spending overnight in jail when you go back to court?

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The judge has heard this one before.

FTA is the unforgivable sin in the court system.