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Do I need to appear in court for ticket?

I was given a citation in Ohio and it was notated that I didn’t have to appear and
officer told me he would make it so I didn’t have to appear. Now court is saying it is
mandatory to appear and officer called and said I have to appear. Do I need to
appear? I live in CT which is 10 hours from the court

Asked on April 19, 2016 under General Practice, Connecticut

Answers:

S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

If the court says that your appearance is mandatory, then you must appear; however, call the court and ask if you can do a telephone hearing since you are in another state and ten hours away.
Contact the court as soon as possible to inquire about the telephonic hearing and the deadline for requesting it and the forms you need to complete.  If you miss the filing deadline and/or don't submit the correct form requesting that type of hearing, your request will be denied.


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