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Criminal cases (felonies, misdemeanors and infractions) heard in Mammoth Lakes on Mondays only and in Bridgeport on Tuesdays only, a defendant arriving at 8:30 a.m. to be added to the docket/calendar (the court e-mailed at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov); the scheduled court appearance required in almost all cases (infractions are not court mandatory), the judge possibly issuing a bench warrant for a missed appearance; a date set by a posted bail bond or by the court not changeable, while for an arraignment on a filed complaint the clerk may be able to advance the arraignment date or postpone the hearing date (the criminal division at (760) 924-5444, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, or by e-mail); a warrant cleared through the defendant's attorney or the criminal division, or by appearing in person at 8:30 a.m. at the Mammoth Lakes Branch on a non-holiday Monday or at the Bridgeport Branch on a non-holiday Tuesday; a court-appointed attorney asked of the judge at the first court appearance; copies of criminal records requested in person, in writing by mail (Attn: Searches, P.O. Box 1037, Mammoth Lakes CA 93546) or by e-mail - a letter with the defendant's name, date of birth and case number (if known) and the documents wanted, the clerk stating the cost and sending the documents on receipt of a check and a self-addressed stamped envelope; a misdemeanor trial held within 30 days if the defendant is in custody or within 45 days if not, unless the defendant waives the right to a speedy trial; custody information from the Mono County Jail at (760) 932-7549.
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Criminal Cases If you have hired an attorney or had one appointed for you, contact them first for assistance. ATTENTION: Criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors and infractions, are heard in Mammoth Lakes on Mondays ONLY and in Bridgeport on Tuesdays ONLY. To be added to the docket/calendar, you should arrive at 8:30 a.m. You may email the court at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov Criminal cases range from relatively minor offenses such as traffic infractions to serious ones like robbery and murder. The State, as the protector of all the people, makes the charge against someone accused of committing a crime because a crime is considered an act against society. Only the State, through the office of the District Attorney in each county, can charge individuals with criminal violations. The prosecuting attorney presents the charge against the accused person (defendant) on behalf of the State (plaintiff), and must prove to the judge or jury that the defendant is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. California statutes generally classify a crime as either a felony or a misdemeanor. A felony is a criminal offense punishable by imprisonment in a state prison or by death. A misdemeanor is a lesser offense than a felony and generally is punishable by fine or imprisonment in county jail rather than in a state penitentiary. If you are the victim of a crime, there are resources available to you. Please contact the District Attorney’s Office at (760) 924-1717. Criminal FAQs Do I have to go to court? You have to go to court on your scheduled court date in almost all cases (infractions are not court mandatory). If you do not go to the scheduled court appearance on time, the judge may issue a bench warrant for your arrest. When do I go to court? It is very important that you check the court, or legal papers you have, to find out the day and time you must appear in court. You can find this information on one of the following documents: Citation, Cash bail receipt, Notice of hearing, Signed Promise to appear, or Notice to appear If you have any questions about your court date, please contact the court in person at the courthouse or call the court. Mammoth Lakes Phone: (760) 924-5444 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon. Monday–Friday (except holidays) Email: criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov Bridgeport Phone: (760) 924-5444 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon. Monday - Friday (except holidays) Email: criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov Where do I go for the court hearing? There are two locations where a criminal case may be heard in Mono County: Mammoth Lakes: 100 Thompsons Way Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546 Mondays Only Call the court at (760) 924-5444 or email at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov Bridgeport: 278 Main St. Bridgeport, CA 93517 Phone: (760) 924-5444 Tuesdays Only Call the court at (760) 924-5444 or email at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov When you arrive at the courthouse, check the calendar on the wall for your name and the department where your case will be heard. If you do not see your name on one of the criminal calendar lists, go to the clerk’s office to ask about your case. Can I change the scheduled court date? If you posted a bail bond for a specific date to appear, or have appeared in court and are ordered to return, you cannot change the date. If you were appointed or have hired an attorney you must contact them for assistance. If the date set is for an Arraignment and a complaint has been filed with the court, you may contact The Criminal Division at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov. The clerk may be able to advance your Arraignment date or postpone your hearing date. To contact The Criminal Division call (760) 924-5444 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon or email at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov. If you want to change the date you are scheduled to go to Court, you must contact your attorney. If you do not have an attorney, it is very important to appear on the scheduled court date or a warrant may be issued for your arrest. What if I missed my court date? If you did not go to court on the day and time your hearing was scheduled, and you did not get the hearing changed to another day, you need to contact your attorney. If you do not have an attorney, contact the Criminal Division: call (760) 924-5444 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon or email at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov. How do I get a lawyer to help me? If you do not hire your own lawyer, you can ask the court to appoint one. To do this, you must go to your first court appearance and ask the judge. The court will then appoint a court-appointed attorney to represent you. When your case ends, the judge will consider your income, expenses, and other factors to decide how much (if any) of the court-appointed lawyer’s legal fees you must pay. What do I bring to court? In addition to bringing a valid identification document (driver's license, passport, or other picture identification), you should bring other documents such as: Notice of Hearing Bond receipts, cash bail receipts, etc. Jail release paperwork How do I clear a warrant? To clear a warrant you must contact your attorney, or you may contact the Criminal Division at (760) 924-5444 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon or email at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov. You may also appear in person at 8:30 a.m. at the Mammoth Lakes Branch on a non-holiday Monday or at the Bridgeport Branch on a non-holiday Tuesday. Can I get copies of criminal records? The Criminal Division maintains filings and records of dispositions (judicial decisions.) To get information about or copies of documents from a criminal case, you can make a request in person, in writing via U.S. Mail to Mono County Superior Court Attn: Searches P.O. Box 1037 Mammoth Lakes CA 93546 or email at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov. If you make your request in writing, be sure to include: A letter including the defendant's name, date of birth and case number (if known), as well as a list of the documents you want copied. Contact information of the party making the request for documents, including name, address and telephone number. The clerk will determine the number of copies being requested and contact you with the total cost. Upon receiving a check for the total cost and a self-addressed stamped envelope, the clerk will send the documents. Learn more about the fees for making copies What is a felony? If a defendant pleads guilty to a felony at the arraignment, he or she must be represented by an attorney (unless the defendant, in a noncapital case, waives the right to one). After a guilty plea, the judge will set the case for sentencing. If a defendant pleads not guilty to a felony, a preliminary hearing is held. At this hearing the district attorney must show evidence that the defendant committed a felony and should be brought to trial. If the judge decides there is enough evidence, the defendant will be arraigned a second time in superior court, where the defendant again will be formally charged, rights will be explained, and a plea will be made. A felony is a crime punishable by death, or imprisonment in the state prison, formal probation or county jail and fines. What is a misdemeanor? Except in cases where a different punishment is prescribed by any law of this state, every offense declared to be a misdemeanor is punishable by imprisonment in the county jail, or by fine, or both. Defendants who plead guilty to a misdemeanor may be sentenced during the arraignment, unless the judge wishes to postpone sentencing in order to study a probation report. During the arraignment, if a defendant pleads not guilty to a misdemeanor, the judge will set the date for a trial. The trial will be held within 30 days if the defendant is in custody or within 45 days if the defendant is not in custody—unless the defendant waives the right to a speedy trial. A misdemeanor is punishable by imprisonment in the county jail, informal probation and/or by fine. What are the different sentences the judge could impose? State and local laws define crimes and specify punishment. The maximum sentence for an infraction is a fine; for a misdemeanor it is up to one year in a county jail or a fine or both; and for a felony it is time in a state prison or, for some murders, death. Some counties offer "diversion" programs that allow a judge to order a defendant to get medical treatment or counseling or to do community service work. The diversion program may take the place of a fine or jail sentence. How do I find out about someone who is in custody? If a defendant is in custody, he or she has the right to an arraignment. At this hearing the judge will officially tell the defendant about their constitutional rights and explain the charges against them. Also, bail (property temporarily given to ensure that a person released from custody will return at an appointed time) may be raised or lowered. The defendant will be asked to plead to the charges against them: guilty, not guilty, or, in some cases, nolo contendere. You can find out whether someone who has been arrested is in custody by calling the Mono County Jail at (760) 932-7549.
Criminal Cases If you have hired an attorney or had one appointed for you, contact them first for assistance. ATTENTION: Criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors and infractions, are heard in Mammoth Lakes on Mondays ONLY and in Bridgeport on Tuesdays ONLY. To be added to the docket/calendar, you should arrive at 8:30 a.m. You may email the court at criminal@mono.courts.ca.gov Criminal cas
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