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Welcome to the District Attorney's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page. You will find many useful answers to some of the most commonly asked questions here. We hope this will be help you get a better understanding of the legal process here in Washoe County.
Frequently Asked Questions: District Attorney
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- If I receive a subpoena do I have to appear?
- What happens to me if I ignore the subpoena?
- What if I receive a subpoena and have no one to watch my small children?
- What can I do if my employer will not give me time off to attend?
- Can I drop charges against the offender if they have been filed by the District Attorney`s office?
- If I live outside of Washoe County and receive a subpoena will I be reimbursed for travel?
- How much do I get paid to appear in court?
- What if I forget to pick up my check on the day I appear?
- How long will it take the District Attorney`s office to decide if they are pressing charges or not in my particular case?
- Once a trial date is set, how many times will I have to appear in court and how long does the court process take from start to finish?
