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WhiskeyGrinder

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2. Generally, if a defendent is not present at the beginning of the trial, they cannot be tried in absentia in the U.S.

Reply to Volaris (Original post)

Tue Aug 26, 2025, 07:55 AM

Aug 2025

Einhorn (mentioned above) had been present as his arraignment before he fled the country. The Supreme Court has found that not being present violates due process, generally.

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Question for the lawyers: is it possible to try and convict someone in absentia, in the united states? [View all] Volaris Aug 2025 OP

Ira Einhorn bluedigger Aug 2025 #1

Generally, if a defendent is not present at the beginning of the trial, they cannot be tried in absentia in the U.S. WhiskeyGrinder Aug 2025 #2

The one time I was picked for jury duty multigraincracker Aug 2025 #3

Ok thanks for the info Volaris Aug 2025 #4

I think this says "yes", it's possible, under certain conditions muriel_volestrangler Aug 2025 #5