I know the obvious of being polite and respectful. do I show up early like an airport? Do I just show the guard my ticket? Anything I should know or be aware of?

  • Josey_Wales@lemmy.world
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    2 months ago

    Find out what level offense this is in your state. Likely is not a crime (misdemeanor or felony) but a violation for the first offense.

    If it is a misdemeanor, get a public defender and ask for a plea to a lesser charge.

    There is likely a standard plea offer for all similarly situated charges/defendants. It may change depending on whether you have renewed your license. If that’s the case you can ask for additional time to renew. That will buy you another court date but give you a chance to get a better resolution if you fix the issue.

    Dress like you would for church or a job interview.

    Make sure your cellphone is on silent (and if you think it could ring by accident just turn your phone off when in court)

    *The process in your local area will vary