![]() ![]() However, if you can’t pay the fine on the day of court, you will be put on probation. In many situations you can pay a fine and your case will be completed. Your sentence may include fines and fees, probation or jail time, community service, alcohol and/or drug evaluations or other punishments depending on your charges. GUILTY If you plead guilty at the arraignment, your case should be concluded that day and you will be sentenced. (Also called a “bench trial”) If you ask for a jury trial, your case will be heard in the state or superior court of the county where the offense occurred. If you are charged with a city ordinance violation, you may only be entitled to a judge trial. You must decide whether you want a judge or a jury trial. ![]() NOT GUILTY If you plead not guilty, your case will be set for a trial. You can also request a reset to consult with an attorney. If you are not sure what to plead, the judge will enter a not guilty plea for you and reset your case for trial. Certain legal filings must be done at or before the arraignment. You should have your attorney present at the arraignment of your case. However, there are many other types of pleas and legal options you may have at that time. The three basic pleas are NOT GUILTY, GUILTY or NOLO-CONTENDERE (NOLO). When your name is called, you are expected to enter a plea. They read each persons name out loud, one at a time. The judge or clerk will make general announcements and explain your basic legal rights. What happens next?ĪRRAIGNMENT Your first court appearance is called Arraignment. You’ve been charged with a traffic violation, city ordinance violation, been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony and posted bond. ![]()
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