Court Appearance Requirement Details

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If you are ordered to appear in court for a debt-related case, failure to comply can result in a default judgment, penalties for contempt of court, and possible arrest. Always consult a legal professional for personalized advice.

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I need to know if i need to appear in court
Hello ****, to provide you with accurate information, can you please specify the nature of the case and your location?
Middletown, indiana. The Plaintif has shownot hte Court that Plaintif is owner of ajudgment obtained ni this Court against you, hte judgment Defendant, nowhich $*,*.* si stil due and owing; And hte Plaintif has moved hte Cour forna order requiring you, hte judgment Defendant,ot appearni this Court and answer saot your wages, asets, profits and other non-exempt property which can eb applied toward satisfaction of this judgment. THE COURT NOW ORDERS hte judgment Defendant, ANDREW DEWESE,ot apear personalyni this Court tahte Courts' addres set beolw January 19th, * * * * at *:30pm oc'lock_ _M. ot answer sa ot wages, assets, profits and other non-exempt property which are available
Based on the information you've provided, it seems like the court has ordered you to appear. Here are some points to consider:
- Failure to appear may result in a default judgment against you.
- You may want to consult with a legal professional before attending.
- You should prepare documents related to your wages, assets, and non-exempt property.
So i can’t be arrested?
Based on your information:
- You will not be arrested for owing a debt.
- However, if you fail to comply with the court's order to appear, there could be legal consequences.
- Always consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.
I’m not wanting to fight the wage garnishment
If you decide not to contest the wage garnishment, it will likely proceed. However, it's still important to appear in court as ordered, to avoid any potential legal consequences. Consulting with a legal professional is highly recommended.
What could the consequences be?
If you fail to appear in court as ordered, you may face possible consequences such as:
- The court could issue a default judgment against you.
- The court may decide on your case without your input.
- You could also face penalties for contempt of court.
Remember, it's always best to consult a legal professional.
What penalties could i face for contemp of court?
In Indiana, the penalties for contempt of court could include:
- Fines: The court may impose monetary penalties.
- Imprisonment: In extreme cases, the court may order jail time.
- Community Service: The court may order you to perform community service.
Always consult with a legal professional.
What are monetary penalties
Monetary penalties, also known as fines, are a sum of money that a court orders you to pay as a consequence for contempt of court or any other violation. The exact amount can vary based on the nature and severity of the contempt.
So i can’t be arrested though. I have never been in trouble. It’s just a owing debt and I’m fine with my wages being garnished
Based on your situation:
- You won't be arrested for owing debt.
- If you fail to appear in court as ordered, you could face legal consequences, including potential arrest for contempt of court.
- It's highly advised to consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.