Judge 'irritated' as Amanda Bynes fails to appear in court over bong-throwing incident... as she steps out for the first time since leaving rehab

PUBLISHED: 16:13 EST, 5 December 2013 | UPDATED: 18:30 EST, 5 December 2013

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She was said to be 'feeling better' after leaving rehab this week.

But Amanda Bynes is already facing legal troubles.

The 27-year-old failed to show up for a mandatory hearing at a New York court on Thursday, leaving the judge on the bong-tossing case 'irritated,' reports the NY Daily News.

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Already in trouble? Amanda Bynes failed to show up for a mandatory hearing at a New York court on Thursday, pictured that same day walking the dogs with her parents in LA

'Where is the defendant?' Manhattan Criminal Court Judge Diana Boyar asked Bynes' attorney, Gerald Shargel. 'Is she still in the hospital?'

Shargel answered that she had been released from rehab and discharged into the custody of her parents, but could not be present for the hearing.

He did not give a reason why, and prosecutors were aware that she would be absent, reports the newspaper.

Recovering: The 27-year-old sported a healthy figure as she enjoyed the sunshine with her parents

Amanda Bynes steps out for the first time since leaving rehab

Reason to celebrate! Bynes' mother Lynn looked cheerful, no doubt thrilled to have her daughter home

'Judge, we are not asking for a bench warrant,' Assistant District Attorney Laura Richenderfer said.

But the judge insisted that a warrant would be ordered if Bynes did not show up in court at the next scheduled hearing on January 10.

The case is in connection with an incident in May when Bynes allegedly threw a marijuana bong out of the window of her 36th floor apartment.

She was charged with reckless endangerment and attempted tampering with physical evidence.

On the mend: Bynes is said to be planning on attending university, according to a statement from her family

Family scene: Amanda has been discharged into the custody of her parents since leaving rehab this week

Meanwhile, Bynes was discharged from her rehabilitation centre in Malibu into the care of her mother this week. She was spotted on Thursday for the first time since leaving rehab on a walk with her parents in Los Angeles.

The troubled former Nickelodeon favourite had been receiving treatment for schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder there for several months before her departure was approved.

The family's attorney Tamar Arminak told People: 'Amanda and her entire family would like to thank everyone who's contacted them with good thoughts and wishes for Amanda's recovery.

Reason to celebrate! Bynes' parent Richard and Lynn looked cheerful as they took their dogs for a walk on Thursday in LA

Getting fresh air: Bynes' parents Richard and Lynn took their dogs for a walk without their daughter earlier in the day

'Amanda has completed her inpatient rehabilitation and she's feeling better every day.

Bynes was put on psychiatric hold after she started a fire on a driveway back in July, and was transferred to the The Canyon rehab facility in Malibu in September after transferring from UCLA hospital.

And the former child star is now looking forward to starting a new life and attending university, while also continuing to be treated.

Back on the streets: Amanda Bynes has been released into the care of her parents it has emerged

It doesn't end here: Amanda will apparently continue her outpatient treatment

Mr Arminak said: 'She's now looking at various colleges with the intention of majoring in fashion design. She's mentioned before she's interested in creating a clothing line.

'Despite the fact Amanda is no longer in a facility, her outpatient treatment is continuing. She's very happy to reestablish the loving relationship with her family that she once shared.'

Under the terms of her conservatorship, her mother Lynn will remain in indefinite control over her daughter's well-being and finances.

It was previously reported the She's the Man actress had been allowed to embark on supervised outings twice a week as she has made 'great progress.'

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Claire04 - Norwich, Norwich, United Kingdom, 34 minutes ago

She still looks so sad. Hope she stays strong.

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Ken, USA, 40 minutes ago

Good luck, Amanda! I watched you grow up through your Amanda Show and movies. I know you're a good person with great talent, and I'm pulling for you. Work hard.

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Lauren Damon, London Uk, United Kingdom, 1 hour ago

She looks relaxed and sure of herself here... not like the photos of new york all the time looked nervous. It is a big change.

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Not me, Las Vegas Nevada, United States, 1 hour ago

She's toast in the acting world. Might get some sympathy interview's on Ellen.

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J.L.Cole, Nashville TN, 55 minutes ago

You would know.

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Jeana Roper, america, United States, 3 hours ago

She looks so much better ...Keep going Amanda ... Doing great !!

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Vanessa Christine, Los Angeles, United States, 3 hours ago

She looks so much more healthy, and hopefully she realizes what wonderful parents she has there.

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aussiegirl, Brisbane, Australia, 3 hours ago

Good to see she is finally getting her life back on track, but its a shame she couldn't make it to her hearing. Getting her legal woes sorted is really important so that she can start fresh and move forward with her life. She looks a lot more normal here with her parents, with her natural hair and normal clothes on. It would be best for her to retire from the spotlight for good, or at least for a few years.

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LizFame, NEW YORK, United States, 3 hours ago

I wish the paps would leave her alone...she needs time to heal. She seems to have a better relationship with her parents now and that's really fantastic. I really wish her all the best.