Gretna, LA asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Louisiana

Q: Hi I got a ticket I was in a car accident it says it was code C. O. M. V. Can you please tell me what does mean?

And if you get a ticket for C. O. M. V. how much would the ticket be

2 Lawyer Answers
Steven Pate Harrelson
Steven Pate Harrelson
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Little Rock, AR
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: It's Careless Operation of a Motor Vehicle. You will need to call the clerk with the telephone number listed on the ticket to determine the amount of the fine associated with the citation.

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
Answered
  • Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Marksville, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: I agree it's most likely Careless Operation of a Motor Vehicle. I strongly suggest you attempt to reach a disposition where it does not appear on your driving record. Careless Operation is treated the same with most insurance companies as a DWI, and it can cause your insurance premiums to skyrocket. If your record is otherwise clean, an attorney can often help you achieve this result. Give me a call if I can help.

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