Probably the best way would be to stay in touch with involved attorneys. If that is not possible, calling the court will not likely get you far. You might be able to go to the court and check the docket for the day; this should tell you the cases that are lined up for action on a given day. Don't be surprised when cases have to be re-scheduled or continued.
Due to the sheer volume of court cases these records are seldom (if ever) computerized. Go to the courthouses of the individual towns and speak to the Office of The Clerk Of The Court.
The supreme court generally allows 75-80 cases per year. Some years it may be less due to certain cases.
It means that you were found guilty of an offense you were charged with due to your failure to appear in court.
The court can find you in contempt.
The Virginia Supreme Court receives a significant number of appeals annually, but it only hears a small percentage of them. Typically, the Court hears about 5-10% of the cases that are appealed. This low percentage is due to the Court's limited capacity and its focus on cases that involve substantial legal questions or issues of public interest.
Yes, it would be heard in civil court. A foreclosure is an action due to default on a contract (the mortgage), which is a tort, not a crime.
It used the due process clause.
Appellate Cases from US Court of Appeals Circuit CourtsThe US Supreme Court primarily hears appellate cases involving questions of federal or constitutional law. Most cases arise from the 13 U.S. Court of Appeals Circuits, although the Court also reviews cases involving federal constitutional and legislative issues on appeal from state supreme courts, and on very rare occasions may review cases directly from the District courts, bypassing the Circuit courts altogether.
There is no specific number of cases accepted each year. The Court typically hears between 60-75 oral arguments per year, and reviews approximately another 50-60 more cases on paper. The total represents a mere 1-2% of the cases submitted on appeal, due to limitations on the amount of work a nine-Justice Court can handle.
There is no specific number of cases docketed each year. The Court typically hears between 60-80 oral arguments per year, and reviews approximately another 75 or more cases on paper. The total represents a mere 1-2% of the cases submitted on appeal, due to limitations on the amount of work a nine-Justice Court can handle.
Yes, if you fail to appear in small claims court for a debt lawsuit in Indiana, the judge may rule in favor of the creditor by default. This could result in a judgment against you and potential enforcement actions to collect the debt, but you are unlikely to be arrested solely for failing to appear in civil court.
High levels of stress due to the constant stories from clientsPossible involvement in the court room due to child abuse or foster home casesLow pay (usually)Low respectYour the one to blame in court cases