Frequently Asked Questions: Court Appearances (Defendants)

You must appear if you are ordered to by an Officer or by the court. If you fail to appear a bench warrant may be issued for your arrest.

You must submit a written request to the Hudson Police Department Legal Division in person, by mail or by fax. This request should include: your name, date of birth, address, and a telephone number you can be reached. Keep in mind the Hudson Police Department receives several requests per day and must fill these requests in the order they are received. Reports are generally ready within 7-10 days. You will be contacted via telephone when the report is ready. There is a $10.00 fee for each report.

If you would like to complete a request form, click or select here.

Once you have completed this form, please mail, fax, or hand deliver the form to the;

Hudson Police Department
1 Constitution Drive
Hudson, NH 03051
Attn: Legal Division

Fax: (603) 886-0605

If you wish to plead guilty and have not hired an attorney, please contact either Attorney Nicole Clay (603) 816-2271 or Officer Jered Neff (603) 816-2270 to discuss a possible negotiated plea. Prosecutors are also available at your arraignment to discuss your case.