What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? CA
I got a speeding ticket, paid the bail and had a trial by written declaration. According to the court's website, it looks like the judge/commissioner upheld the ruling of a court fine and for whatever reason, I was never given driving school as an option. My question is, if I request a trial de novo and appear in court, does the cop have to appear as well? I would assume so. But if the cop doesn't show, does the case get dismissed or can the judge/commissioner uphold the original ruling of imposing the court fine?
I got a speeding ticket, paid the bail and had a trial by written declaration. According to the court's website, it looks like the judge/commissioner upheld the ruling of a court fine and for whatever reason, I was never given driving school as an option. My question is, if I request a trial de novo and appear in court, does the cop have to appear as well? I would assume so. But if the cop doesn't show, does the case get dismissed or can the judge/commissioner uphold the original ruling of imposing the court fine?