Parole, Probation, Release Can I waive my appearance and have my lawyer represent me in court?

[Rico_2013]

Jurisdiction

Massachusetts

As for a case which is not so serious, is it possible for my lawyer to appear in court on my behalf without me being present? Thanks.

 

[adjusterjack]

Your opponent has the right to question you about your testimony.

If you don't show up, you lose.

 

[Zigner]

As for a case which is not so serious, is it possible for my lawyer to appear in court on my behalf without me being present? Thanks.

There is ONE person who is best positioned to provide the best answer for you.

Your attoney.

 

[Tax Counsel]

As for a case which is not so serious, is it possible for my lawyer to appear in court on my behalf without me being present? Thanks.

If you already have a lawyer, then ask the lawyer that question. You've not given us much information to go on to tell you whether it's a possibility. What is the court date for — is a trial, motion hearing, or something else? Is it a civil or criminal case? And, in general terms, what is the case about?

If it's a criminal case and what's coming up is the trial, you will need to be there. If it's a civil trial, the type of case and what role you had in the events involved will matter. A lot of pre-trial motion hearings you don't need to attend; your lawyer should tell whether you'll be required to be there.