Legal Question in Criminal Law in District of Columbia
Served a subpoena
I was recently served a subpoena from a detective to appear before a grand jury, but first to speak with the prosecutor. I do not agree with arrest and do not think the person is even guilty of whate they are charged with. I was told by the detective that this is only a meeting and it is understood that I do not agree with them. with regard to whom they have arrested. What should I do? I have been given less than 24 hours notice of this meeting. I do not want to appear uncooperative with the detectives, but I believe this person is not guilty of the actual crime.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Served a subpoena
You do not have to meet with anyone. If you want to be cooperative, call the prosecutor's office and tell them your opinion of the case, etc. Obviously they think you are a witness or have some useful information about the alleged crime, but maybe they're wrong. If you work it out in advance, you may not have to testify. But if you disobey a subpoena, you risk being forced into court by way of jail. If I were you, I would obey the subpoena.
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