What typically happens if a defendant does not respond to a trial notice?

When a defendant does not respond to a trial notice, the common legal procedure is for the trial to proceed as planned. This means the court takes the absence of the defendant as a lack of engagement in the legal process, and it typically allows the trial to continue without the defendant's presence. In many jurisdictions, if a defendant fails to appear after being properly notified, the court can proceed with the trial and render a verdict based on the available evidence.

This outcome underscores the importance of legal notification and the expectation that defendants participate in their legal proceedings. It also highlights the potential consequences of failing to engage with the judicial process, as proceeding without the defendant may result in a conviction in their absence. A new notice being issued, dropping charges, or penalizing the defendant are less typical responses to non-compliance with a trial notice. Instead, allowing the trial to unfold typically is the standard practice in such situations.