Message to Parents

It can be quite disconcerting to have a child appearing in Court for a misdemeanor charge when you live out of state or even just out of town.  It is also a logistical problem for the parent to physically appear with the Student in Court to help guide them through this process.  I have represented students with the knowledge and assistance of their parents for almost two decades.  With the students consent, I keep the parents informed of the process, the final disposition, and the requirements to complete that sentence and/or school, in order for your child to complete his/her requirements of Municipal Court.  I can accept payment for attorney fees on my website for the convenience of the parents (who normally pay the legal fees) and who would like for representation to begin immediately.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me regarding your child's situation.  

 

Appearing in Tuscaloosa Municipal Court

The first appearance is called an "arraignment" at which a person can enter a guilty plea, request the case be set for a trial where you can call and question witnesses, or otherwise resolve the case. Missing an arraignment hearing can result in an arrest warrant for "failure to appear". 

INCORRECT COURT DATES

There are times when a student may have one date on his/her ticket or citation and ANOTHER date on the bonding papers or release papers from the jail.  If there in ANY question about which date is correct - go with the first date and the Court will "sort it out".  If a student MISSES the first date, immediately proceed to Court with BOTH papers to show to Court personnel.  The Court will reset your court appearance (or simply have you come to the second date) WITHOUT entering a warrant for arrest for failure to appear.

 

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