When a citation is issued, the accused maker of the check will be notified that prosecution has commenced. The accused can dispose of the case by paying the check, service charge, warrant application fee and a fine. The accused can also plead not guilty and request a trial of the case. If the accused does not dispose of the case or appear in court by the date specified on the citation, an arrest warrant may be issued. Only misdemeanor cases may be prosecuted by citation. Currently, the Evans County Magistrate Court does not use the citation process.
What is a bad check citation and in what situation is it issued?
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