What will happen if I’ve been subpoenaed by the DA”s office to show up in court and don’t show up?
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What will happen if I’ve been subpoenaed by the DA”s office to show up in court and don’t show up?
Asked on August 3, 2010 under Criminal Law, California
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S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
If you don't comply with the subpoena, there could be various financial penalties. In addition, you could be charged with failure to appear and a bench warrant could be issued for your arrest. The subpoena with which you were served might list some of the penalties for failure to comply.
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