Hi everyone Hope you all had a good day. Am hoping someone can help.. I have been summoned to appear as a witness at the inquest into my dad's death. I am meant to go on Monday at 9:30.. I don't want to. 1.. I have given them a statement and can't say anything more on the matter. 2. It's on the other side of the country and although OH parents will look after JT I dont want to be so far away incase there is a problem. 3. Cost.. i really can't afford to go. 4 I JUST DONT WANT TO I didn't have a good relationship.. I have no need to go to this inquest.. I'd rather just put it all behind me. Anyway.. is an inquest the same as a trial.. do i HAVE to appear? All I could find was this.. Penalties can be imposed on witnesses who, when asked, fail to attend the Coroner's court. does anyone know what type of penalties? I have called and left a message but will have to wait till tomorrow as seems they only work half days sorry it's a bit long but I'm getting bit chewed with it .. thanks for reading
I spoke to them originally but they weren't too clear.. so i called and left a message today. hoping someone will call me back tomorrow or i'll call them but was wondering if anyone hee knew anything
Would witness support be any help? They may know the answer/s.. http://www.victimsupport.org.uk/vs_engl ... rvices.php Is there a way you may be able to get your court expenses paid? Sorry I can't be more help, I only know stuff about crown and mags courts
