I was issued a subpoena for court. What happens if I don't show up?
If you do not have permission to be excused from court by the Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney prosecuting the case, the court can issue a capias for your arrest for failure to appear. Contact phone numbers are provided on the subpoena to assist you in contacting the attorney should the need arise.

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1. I am the victim in a criminal case. How do I find out who will be prosecuting my case?
2. I have moved from Suffolk since the crime occurred. Who pays for my travel expenses?
3. I am a domestic violence victim. My husband promised to never lay a hand on me again. Can I drop the charges?
4. What is a preliminary hearing, and do I need to be there?
5. I can't afford to pay the medical expenses which resulted from this crime. What compensation is available to me?
6. I have been threatened to drop the charges and told not to testify. Who can help me?
7. I am concerned that the defendant's attorney may contact me. What should I do?
8. Who do I contact if I feel an elderly person or physically impaired adult is being abused, neglected or injured?
9. What is a bond hearing and what is the victim's role?
10. I was issued a subpoena for court. What happens if I don't show up?