Corrales v. State

Basilio Corrales appeals his conviction for failing to appear “before any court ... as required,” in violation of section 843.15(l)(a), Florida Statutes (2009). He contends there was no proof of willfulness — or any evidence that he was even aware that the hearing he failed to attend had been scheduled. We reverse.

On September 21, 2009, Mr. Corrales was arrested on three drug charges, then released on bond two days later. At a hearing on April 8, 2010, he appeared through counsel, but was not present personally. At the April 8 hearing, the case was continued ore terms to April 22, 2010. After…