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What Is the Court Process for a DUI?

What Is the Court Process for a DUI?

Answer

After release on bond, review the traffic citation for the court address and the date and time of the initial appearance. The video emphasizes attending that appearance or arranging for an attorney to represent your interests as permitted.

After a DUI arrest and release on bond, the paperwork may include both suspension information and a traffic citation. The citation contains important details about the court case.

Look for the court address and the date and time of the initial appearance. The video discusses appearances in local magistrate or municipal court.

It is essential to respond to that appearance requirement. Attend as directed or work with a DUI attorney to determine whether the attorney can represent your interests if you cannot attend.