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I was in a domestic dispute that requires me to go to court ordered classes. The problem is that I won't be able to because I have no resources being from out of the state. (no transportation, nowhere to live, etc)
You will need to determine from the court whether they will accept your enrollment in a local domestic violence program as an alternative to the one that is preferred by the court. Then you will need to find a way to attend and complete that program.
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I was already told that the charges will be dropped if I go to these classes, but I do not know what to do.
If you want the charges to be dropped, you will find a way to do what the court ordered. If you prefer to have a criminal record and potentially spend some time behind bars, you can decline the opportunity.
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I have only been to arraignment so far and they didn't let me speak at all....
You accepted the deferral. If you choose to violate the terms of the deferral, you'll get an opportunity to speak in court -- to enter a plea, and have your case scheduled for trial, plea hearing or sentencing.
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I have a public defender.
Well, then: Talk to your lawyer.