Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
Could I be arrested for not appearing at a hearing for a civil harassment temporary restraining order against me? I have already submitted a response, agreeing to the order.
Asked on 8/05/16, 4:38 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
No. Failure to appear at a hearing results in forfeiting any right to object to the outcome, but unless it is a criminal, traffic, or contempt proceeding it can't result in arrest.
Answered on 8/05/16, 5:11 pm
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