Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
I received a letter from the Superior Court to appear for a Felony Complaint - Order Holding To Answer. I have not been arrested, but was interviewed by a detective about a month ago. My question is what happens at this hearing. Will I be assigned a Public Defender because I cannot afford an attorney, and will that happen the morning of the hearing?
Also, can the judge have me put in jail at that hearing or request bail since I have not been arrested yet?
What would the next step be?
Thank You
1 Answer from Attorneys
The letter actually has no legal effect, but you will be arrested if you don't show up. Yes, you will be appointed a public defender. Confessing to the police was almost certainly a huge mistake on your part. Since you did not say what crime it is, it's anybody's guess how much your bail will be or whether you will be arrested.
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