If I missed my court date for a disorderly persons citation and I live in a different state, what will happen?
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If I missed my court date for a disorderly persons citation and I live in a different state, what will happen?
Can I be arrested down in VA?
Asked on June 23, 2011 under Criminal Law, New Jersey
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I think that you are worried about a warrant being issued, correct? That is certainly a possibility when ever you miss a court appearance any where. These type of warrants are rarely actively pursued. What that means is that it is rare for the officers representing the court system from the state and county in which you blew the court date to come looking for you on such a minor charge. What usually happens is that you are stopped for some small traffic violation and they run your name and license and there it is: an outstanding warrant. You could then be arrested on the spot. So why not take care of the matter now? Hire a lawyer in New Jersey and go up there and deal with it. Good luck.
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