First steps
Take the following steps promptly and preserve a clear record.
- Confirm the hearing date and court
- Arrange access to the investigation material through counsel
- Collect witnesses, documents, and potential preliminary arguments
Avoid these mistakes
Actions taken under stress can create additional legal or evidentiary problems.
- Do not contact prosecution witnesses
- Do not publish your account online
- Do not miss a hearing
Documents to preserve
Keep the complete originals and work from copies where possible.
- Indictment and summons
- Release conditions
- Relevant personal and medical records
Individual advice
This checklist is general. The correct response depends on the specific decision, evidence, deadline, and authority involved.