What happens if the respondent doesn’t show for harassment hearing?
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What happens if the respondent doesn’t show for harassment hearing?
Asked on April 15, 2015 under Criminal Law, Minnesota
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
If the respondent doesn't show up for the hearing, the judge will most likely rule in favor of the opposing party(the petitioner). The judge could also issue a bench warrant for the respondent's arrest for failure to appear at the hearing.
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