Motion to Dismiss Criminal Charges for Failure to Notice and Grant Show Cause Hearing
About this form
The Motion to Dismiss Criminal Charges for Failure to Notice and Grant Show Cause Hearing is a legal document used by defendants in a criminal case. This motion requests the court to dismiss the complaint against the defendant, typically due to insufficient notification or failure to hold a proper show cause hearing. It serves to protect defendants from unjust charges that may arise without proper legal proceedings.
Form components explained
- Caption with case details, including parties involved and case number.
- Statement of the defendant's request for dismissal or remand for a hearing.
- Legal basis for the motion, including relevant statutes cited.
- Defendant's and attorney's names, signatures, and State Bar numbers.
- Certificate of service demonstrating proper delivery of the motion to opposing counsel.
- Notice of motion indicating the date and time for the hearing.
Jurisdiction-specific notes
This form is a general template that may be used in several states. Because requirements differ, review your state’s laws and adjust the document before using it.
When to use this form
This form is typically used when a defendant wishes to challenge the validity of criminal charges due to a lack of proper notice or failure to conduct a show cause hearing. This is an important step for those who have been accused of a misdemeanor but were not notified in writing about the charges or were not given the chance to defend themselves adequately during a hearing.
Who should use this form
- Defendants facing misdemeanor charges in criminal cases.
- Individuals who have not been properly notified of the criminal complaint against them.
- Those seeking to have charges dismissed due to procedural errors in their case.
How to prepare this document
- Identify the parties involved in the case and fill in their names in the caption.
- Provide the case number assigned by the court.
- Clearly state your request to dismiss the complaint or ask for a remand for a show cause hearing.
- Cite the relevant statute that supports your motion.
- Include your name and signature, as well as that of your attorney, and their State Bar number.
- Complete the certificate of service and notice of motion with the date, time, and location of the hearing.
Is notarization required?
In most cases, this form does not require notarization. However, some jurisdictions or signing circumstances might. US Legal Forms offers online notarization powered by Notarize, accessible 24/7 for a quick, remote process.
Common mistakes
- Failing to provide accurate details about the case number or parties involved.
- Not citing the correct statutes that apply to the motion.
- Missing signatures from either the defendant or their attorney.
- Inaccurate completion of the certificate of service.
- Not filing the motion on time as per the court's requirements.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenience of instant downloading from anywhere, anytime.
- Editability to tailor the motion to your specific situation.
- Access to forms prepared with guidance from licensed attorneys, ensuring reliability.
- No need to visit a law office or courthouse in person.
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FAQ
An order to show cause is a type of court order that requires one or more of the parties to a case to justify, explain, or prove something to the court. Courts commonly use orders to show cause when the judge needs more information before deciding whether or not to issue an order requested by one of the parties.
Motion to Dismiss an attempt to get the judge to dismiss a charge or the case. Motion to Suppress an attempt to keep certain statements or evidence from being introduced as evidence. Motion for Change of Venue may be made for various reasons including pre-trial publicity.
A motion is the standard way to seek certain forms of relief from a court. An Order to Show Cause is often a quicker way to seek the same relief. It usually has some provision which directs you to do something or to refrain from doing something...
Fill out your court forms. Fill out a Request for Dismissal (Form CIV-110 ). File your forms at the courthouse where you filed your case. Serve the other side with a copy of the dismissal papers. File the Notice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service (Form CIV-120)
The first lines of your motion should state your name and role in the case, and what you are asking the judge to do. Traditionally, the first line begins "Comes now the defendant," followed by your name. Then you state that you're asking the court to dismiss the plaintiff's complaint.
Fill out your court forms. Fill out a Request for Dismissal (Form CIV-110 ). File your forms at the courthouse where you filed your case. Serve the other side with a copy of the dismissal papers. File the Notice of Entry of Dismissal and Proof of Service (Form CIV-120)
Try to directly persuade a prosecutor that a charge should be dropped, cast doubt on an accuser, highlight conflicting evidence, and. provide a reality check on the potential success of brining a charge.
An order to dismiss a case can occur when the appellate court, having reversed the conviction on the grounds of a bad search or arrest, examines what's left of the case and determines that there is not enough evidence to warrant another trial.
RESPONSE TO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Show good cause for missing the deadline, or not following the Court's orders or rules, by explaining each of the reasons why you did not comply. Include any other information the Court asked you to provide.
