Do judges ever raise a violation to a misdemeanor?

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RACHEL

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Do they ever raise the charge to a misdemeanor if you fail to appear for a court-ordered class?
Laughter: thanks for your response. In this case, the person pled guilty to something she didn't do because court-ordered Attorney said it was the route.

She had no ID on her when she was arrested, the class required ID and she was afraid to reveal her name.

Augustus, Yes, I know it is the worst thing to do, but it's done. Yes, I know she could rectify the issue, but she lives in another state and would rather not lose a license over a violation that is not considered criminal.

Please, just straight answers sans the judgment.
 
They can if they feel inclinded to do so.

The Crown (Government) or Prosecutor/whoever can raise the charge due to a Failure to Appear. However, if the plea has already been filed or the trial has already began - it's not likely it will change; but it can.

Failure to Appear is probably THE stupidest thing you can do - there's no running away from it or denying it.
 
prosecutors control the charges. Once you enter a plea, the charges cannot be changed. Now, if you want to ask about being held in jail for contempt of court for failing to attend court-ordered classes, feel free to ask.
 
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