What time do I have to be at court?
You should be at the designated courtroom at 9:00 am on the day of your court date unless otherwise noted on your Notice to Return, Judicial Summons or Citation to Appear.
When do I get my bond refunded?
You cannot get your bond refund until your case is closed, a Judge orders a refund, or the bond amount is reduced.
What type of information can I obtain from the Criminal Information Office about criminal cases?
Case number for a specific person The defense attorney’s name and contact number Charges filed in a case Next court date Payment information Defendant’s release or detention status Case status Case disposition.
Where do I go for a criminal history check?
"For a criminal history check, you must go to the Metropolitan Police Department Records Division located at 300 Indiana Avenue NW 3rd Floor, Washington, DC There is a $7.00 fee for a Criminal History report. If the report is for someone other than yourself, you must have that person’s written consent. "
When will a defendant be arraigned?
Traffic case arraignments occur in the courtrooms listed on your citation. The location will also be displayed on the monitors in the courthouse lobby, or you can call the Criminal Information Center at 202-879-1373. All misdemeanor and felony arraignments occur in Courtroom C-10.
Do Warrants expire?
According to law, bench warrants do not expire and are outstanding until either executed or quashed by the Judge. A warrant is executed when a law enforcement official has picked up the defendant and brought him before the court. A bench warrant is quashed when a judge issues an order.
Do you have interpreter services available?
The Office of Court Interpreting Services provides interpreters for persons who do not speak or understand English or who are hearing impaired. For more information regarding the Office of Court Interpreting services please visit the Request an Interpreter section.
How can I request a Haircut or Shave for an inmate at the D.C. Jail?
An attorney can request that an inmate receive a haircut/shave before a court appearance by submitting a request via fax, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The request must include the inmate’s name and DCDC number, and must allow adequate time to comply with the request. •For inmates at the JAIL, the fax number is (202) 699-4877 •For inmates at CTF, the fax number is (202) 698-3301
How can I get assistance with filing a motion?
Assistance to file a motion can be obtained through a private attorney, legal aid, or a law school. For sample motions and instructions, you may also visit: the Public Defender Service, 633 3rd Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001, or the DC Employment Justice Center Worker’s Rights Clinics held every Wednesday from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Bread for the City, 1525 7th Street, NW (between P & Q Streets).