Failure to Appear on a Ticket

Missing your court date for a traffic ticket.

Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You promised to appear
2. 2You missed it on purpose

Possible punishment

Up to 6 months jail and/or $1,000 fine.