What happens at my first court appearance?
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What happens at my first court appearance?

First Court Appearance (Arraignment) at Multnomah County Justice Center
Location: 1120 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR
  • Before Court: Arrive 30-45 minutes early. Check in at the Court Window (3rd floor) to confirm your case and attorney status.
  • In Court: Wait for your case to be called. A defense attorney will be present to arraign you on the charges and provided limited advice regarding the proceeding. You will be provided a copy of the charges and typically enter a "Not Guilty" plea. Future dates and release conditions will be set.
  • Need an Attorney? You can request a court-appointed lawyer if you qualify financially.
 
** Important: Attend all court dates and follow all court-ordered conditions or a warrant may be issued for your arrest. **