Did you receive a subpoena? Then you have been officially summoned to appear before the criminal court. The subpoena states where and when you are expected to appear before the criminal court and what crime you are suspected of, the so-called indictment. As an adult, you do not have to show up. If the subpoena has been properly served to you, the hearing will continue without your presence. You can hire a criminal defense attorney to prepare you for the court hearing and who can plea on your behalf during the hearing. Of course it is possible to appear before the court together with your criminal defense attorney.

Your case will be handled according to a standard procedure. If you would like to know more about the standard court procedure, please read criminal court hearing..