I am served a subpoena to appear as a witness in a civil case in California. What should i do?

I am served a subpoena to appear as a witness in a civil case in California. Due to some family issues and not being able to drive I am finding it very difficult to go there . Can i ask for taxi charge and fee for a baby sitter? Will i get arrested if i fail to appear? What should I do? Thanks a lot for your advice.I am served a subpoena to appear as a witness in a civil case in California. What should i do?
You certainly can they should provide with all the necessary things ask for taxi charge and fee for a baby sitter food for your children or a nanny and house keeper and just to let you know you have to inform them of everything or else you will be arrested if you do not appear take care and GOD BLESS!I am served a subpoena to appear as a witness in a civil case in California. What should i do?
Well you should definately go, because if you don't they will put out a warrant for your arrest.
Contact them and ask, or be held for contempt of court...or failure to appear! Good luck!
Like Frankie said, call the noted number and explain your situation. By law you are required to appear at the appointed time and tell the truth to questions asked of you.
There should be a phone number on the subpoena to call if you have a problem.
you will need to make arrangements





yes - if you fail to appear - you might be cited for contempt
you need to call and tell them your difficulties, but you can't just not show. they will normally work with you.
If you have received a subpoena, you MUST appear in court or you will be ';held in contempt of court'; and an arrest order will be issued.





If I were you I'd call the attorney involved in the case and explain your dilemma and see if he/she can assist you in getting to the court to testify.
You do not want anything on your record -





Failed to appear for subpoena will not look good -





California troopers and sheriffs do not take light to this!
I think you have to appear or risk being charged with contempt of court. Subpoena literally means ';under penalty';.