Legal Question in DUI Law in Indiana

Re: Omnibus Date

The Omnibus Date is a date set by statute in criminal matters which serves as a measuring date for certain deadlines. It is also, theoretically, the trial date for a misdemeanor. In many courts, it is also a hearing date on which the prosecutor and the defendant (and his attorney if any) MUST appear in court. The answer to your question is that if the particular court requires an appearance, then you must be there or a warrant will be issued for your arrest. If it doesn't require an appearance, you should still make sure you have an attorney before that date so you don't miss any deadlines. You should call the court first thing to find out the judge's policy concerning requiring an appearance. The use of omnibus dates varies from county to county and even court to court, so that's as specific as I can be.