I agree, in simpler terms it is a moronic policy that is different from showing up for work late. The differences are huge. You are comparing apples to oranges in this matter. If I show up for work ie... roll call late that is one thing. If I don't clock in precisely before 9 am that is another thing entirely. Yes the subpoena says 9 am, yet in all my years of experience court has RARELEY EVER started on time. Each Judge has their own schedule and rules. If I am not there when the case is called