So I went to court this morning for arraignment. Charges related to having a garden in the backyard. Criminal charges, mind you.
The hearing had been delayed several times by the judge but the last one I wrote a letter asking for an adjournment because I was having surgery.
Well according to the court file (ROA), the hearing was held anyway (2 in fact). I was not present and the judge considered issuing a warrant. That is still under consideration as I have to return to the court tomorrow for another hearing.
The judge was ticked off that I declined to give the details of my surgery in open court. Thank you HIPPA.
Also of note is that back in April, before any legal proceedings, there were fines, fees and costs assigned to this case. I have been declared guilty without the benefit of a trial or legal representation.
And I get to go back again tomorrow.