Criminal Summons {CR-113}

AOC-CR-113 - CRIMINAL SUMMONS. This form is used in North Carolina to notify a defendant of required court attendance for criminal charges, listing offenses with relevant statutes and codes. It sets the court date, time, and location, warning that failure to appear may lead to arrest or contempt charges. The summons is issued based on probable cause determined by a judicial official, and law enforcement must document its delivery or reasons for non-service. The form also records the defendant's plea, the court’s verdict, any imposed judgments, and details for appeal if the defendant chooses to contest. It serves as an official initiation of the court process, informing the defendant of legal actions and compliance requirements. www.FormsWorkflow.com