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The Pasadena Courthouse is at 300 East Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91101. Your current court paperwork controls where and when you must appear. An arrest in Pasadena does not guarantee that every proceeding will take place at this courthouse.
For help with a local case, see our Pasadena DUI defense page. Confirm the courthouse, department, date, and any appearance instructions with counsel or the court before traveling.
Arraignment is an early hearing at which the court addresses the charges, rights, counsel, and a plea. Discuss the available pleas and their consequences with an attorney before entering one. The court may also address release conditions and future dates.
Do not assume you can skip an appearance because the case is a misdemeanor. Whether counsel may appear for you depends on the case, the court’s orders, and applicable rules. Get explicit confirmation about your attendance requirements.
Counsel reviews discovery, identifies evidence that needs to be preserved or obtained, considers legal motions, and discusses possible resolutions. The number of conferences and total case length vary. There is no guaranteed two-to-six-month schedule.
Useful records can include the complaint, police reports, recordings, test documents, witness information, and DMV paperwork. Tell your attorney about upcoming court dates and changes to your contact information.
A wet reckless can carry continuing consequences. A reduced criminal charge does not by itself resolve the separate DMV administrative action.
Plan extra time for travel, parking, and courthouse security. Check the official courthouse information for current access and service details. Bring identification and the court and attorney documents you have been instructed to bring. Keep your phone use consistent with courthouse rules.
Do not wait for arraignment to address your DMV notice. Request an APS hearing within 10 calendar days of receiving the suspension or revocation order. If you received the notice at arrest, count from your arrest date. Read our DMV hearing page and confirm your actual deadline promptly.
Jack Ter-Saakyan’s Glendale office serves clients facing DUI charges in the Los Angeles area. A consultation can help you organize the paperwork, identify immediate deadlines, and understand what to prepare for your next appearance. Contact JackDUI for a free case review.
Updated October 13, 2026. General information, not advice for a particular case. Laws, deadlines, and eligibility depend on the circumstances; discuss your case with a licensed attorney.
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