Q: Should I pay for a 16y old speeding ticket from another state? Pay the state or collection agency?
I recently received this speeding ticket apparently in 2004. I don't understand, why I just got it now? The address I currently live wasn't on my drivers license then. I currently live in a different state from the issued ticket. I'm confused as in what I should do.
A: It is unclear what state the ticket is from. You will want to contact an attorney in that state.
A: It's unlikely that a petty traffic violation from 16 years ago would affect your drivers' license. So it seems more of a debt and money issue at this point. But you maybe able to file a motion to reopen in the originating jurisdiction. Contact an attorney in that state.
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