Need to Show Up in Court

[cluelessgirl]

illinois

I turned left where there was a no turning left sign that I didn't see. A cop gave me a ticket.

I contested it and have a court date next week. I am thinking of hiring an attorney. Do I have to personally appear in court to fight the ticket? Or is the attorney showing up for me enough?

Thanks for any advice.

 

[racer72]

You will have to be there. The judge and prosecution may have some question that only you, not your attorney, can answer.