Kentucky Indictment Warrant Process

Summary

An indictment in Kentucky is a formal accusation initiating a criminal case. If indicted, you may be arrested. Its crucial to secure legal representation immediately. The Kentucky Bar Associations Lawyer Referral Service can help you find a defense attorney.

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It's a circuit court case
Hello **** ****, could you please provide some more detail about your circuit court case? Also, could you let me know your location, as laws may vary by region?
I went to jail for a position of a control substance first defense methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia I spent overnight in jail I got out on a security Bond of $*,* and I didn't have a court date of anything they tend to go to circuit Court and I called this morning and they tell me that they tended to Grand jury and that they had a indictment warrant
Hello **** ****, could you let me know your location, as laws may vary by region?
Kentucky
Hello **** ****, based on your situation, here are some points:
- In Kentucky, possession of a controlled substance, first offense (methamphetamine) is a Class D felony.
- The grand jury reviews evidence and decides whether there is enough evidence to issue an indictment.
- If indicted, you'll be formally charged and a court date will be set.
You should consult with a defense attorney for further guidance.
I caught the courthouse and they told me that I haven't been that much and it was just you last month on the 15th and that I didn't have no further court date or anything
Hello ****, it seems that there might be some confusion with your case status. It's advisable to directly consult with your defense attorney for accurate information. They can clarify your situation and guide you through the process.
Hey tell me it was a matter of time before the shower come and arrested me
Hello ****, it seems you're expecting to be arrested. Did the court or your attorney inform you about this? It's essential to get clarification on this matter as soon as possible.
No I can't wake up they courthouse and they told me that I had an indictment on it I haven't been to court over this charge
Hello ****, an indictment is a formal accusation that initiates a criminal case. It seems that you might have been indicted, but haven't been to court yet. You should contact your defense attorney immediately for advice and guidance.
I don't have any lawyer or anything I've never been to court over this
Hello ****, if you've been indicted but don't have a lawyer, it's essential to get one. In Kentucky, you can use the Kentucky Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service. They can help you find a suitable defense attorney.
So is they have an indictment warrant on me does that mean that they were sending police out and arrest me
Hello ****, typically, an indictment warrant means authorities have the right to arrest you. However, this does not necessarily mean they will immediately do so. It's crucial you secure legal representation as soon as possible to guide you through this process.