Will they suspend my license for missing the court date on a first offense shoplifting charge in another state?
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Will they suspend my license for missing the court date on a first offense shoplifting charge in another state?
Asked on January 13, 2016 under Criminal Law, Georgia
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S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
It is not possible to predict whether or not the judge will suspend your license or what other penalty the judge will impose for missing your court appearance. However, the judge will most likely issue a bench warrant for your arrest for failure to appear in court.
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