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Judge's gavel and handcuffs representing a first court appearance after an arrest in Catawba County, NC Judge's gavel and handcuffs representing a first court appearance after an arrest in Catawba County, NC

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First Court Date After an Arrest in Catawba County: What Happens Next?

Your first court date after an arrest in Catawba County is usually a first appearance in district court at the Catawba County Justice Center in Newton. A judge reviews your bond, advises you of your rights, and confirms whether you have a lawyer. It is a procedural step, not a trial, and nothing about guilt is decided that day.If you or a family member was just arrested and you are

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