Hello. I have the following situation. I am a resident of CA and have received my first ticket in my life. The ticket is for "failing to stop at stop sign", ticket sites approximate speed 5 MPH. I believe I did do a full stop, even though I did not do the 3 seconds stop. Ideally I would... Read more »
answered on Mar 15, 2023
If you are unable to appear in court on the date listed on the ticket, you may be able to request a continuance or a trial by written declaration. A continuance would allow you to postpone your court date to a later date when you are available. You can request a continuance by contacting the court... Read more »
Codes on tickets are: vc: 22350, vc: 21755, and vc: 12500A
answered on Mar 9, 2023
Driving without a valid license and speeding are both traffic violations in California, and the penalties for these violations can vary depending on the specific circumstances and the driver's prior record.
Here are the penalties for the three codes listed on the ticket:
VC... Read more »
I was In an auto accident the other driver tried to make an illegal u turn I wasnt at fault this what pd says my car was down for a few months wasn't insured couldn't afford the day I finally picked my car up is the day of accident I just got a bill for 25000 from a collection co saying... Read more »
answered on Mar 5, 2023
If you were not at fault for the accident and have documentation from the police indicating that, you should not be liable for any damages to the other person's car. However, since you were not insured at the time of the accident, the other driver's insurance company may be pursuing you... Read more »
answered on Mar 3, 2023
If you believe your rights were violated during a police stop, you have the right to file a complaint with the law enforcement agency involved. You may also consider speaking with an attorney who can advise you on your legal options.
If you have requested a police report and have been... Read more »
hello, I have been mailed an invoice toll for the second time for a car registered in Florida with my same license plate number that I had registered in Virginia (I have a new license plate number and registration for that same car that I own). I've won the first dispute after proving that the... Read more »
answered on Feb 26, 2023
If you have received a toll invoice for a car that is not yours and have already disputed it once, you may want to consider contacting the tolling agency directly to explain the situation and provide any evidence you have to support your claim that the car is not yours. It's possible that... Read more »
I bought from auction at a tow yard that never transfered it into their name... Now after all due diligence I still can't be assisted by either State's DMVs.
answered on Feb 21, 2023
Obtaining information about the last known owner of a vehicle from another state can be challenging, especially if you have already contacted both DMVs without success. However, there are a few additional steps you can take:
Hire a private investigator: A private investigator can help you... Read more »
I'm trying to figure out when do points "fall off the record", when does the time starts counting, from the time a person is convicted or from the time the citation was issued? Thank you
answered on Feb 20, 2023
In California, points on a driving record are accumulated when a person is convicted of certain traffic violations. The number of points assessed for each violation can vary, but generally range from 1 to 2 points for minor infractions, up to 3 to 4 points for more serious offenses.
Points... Read more »
Does not comply 22658 prohibiting the public free parking 24 hr.
22658.
(1) There is displayed, in plain view at all entrances to the property, a sign not less than 17 inches by 22 inches in size, with lettering not less than one inch in height, prohibiting public parking and... Read more »
answered on Feb 20, 2023
If your vehicle was towed by a private tow truck from a Convention Center parking lot, the owner of the vehicle may not report it as stolen as long as the towing was conducted lawfully. California law allows property owners to have vehicles towed from their property under certain circumstances,... Read more »
Entering the intersection.
answered on Feb 20, 2023
No, you should not stop your vehicle on the tracks. It is important to always keep the railroad tracks clear to avoid any potential danger. If the tracks are very close to the red stop sign and crosswalk, you should stop at the stop sign and check both ways for trains before proceeding. It is also... Read more »
I sold my car and left the plate inside the car. He got 3 speeding tickets from the camera on the boulevard. I have bill of sale before the tickets and proof I took the car off my insurance policy.
answered on Feb 20, 2023
It is important that you handle the court matter regarding the speeding tickets. You may want to consider contacting an attorney in the jurisdiction where the court case is located to assist you in resolving the matter. They can advise you on the best approach to take and the evidence you should... Read more »
answered on Feb 20, 2023
It's important to take care of a speeding ticket as soon as possible, as the cost can increase significantly if left unpaid. Here are some steps you can take to try to resolve the issue cheaply:
Contact the court: Call the court listed on your ticket and ask about your options for... Read more »
i was pulled over in california, for my vehicle "registration" i have no prior criminal record, however was handcuffed and detained while officers searched my vehicle and belongings without my consent and i was not read my rights. was charged with zero traffic related charges just... Read more »
answered on Feb 19, 2023
If you are pulled over for a traffic violation, such as expired registration, and during the course of the stop the police officer finds illegal drugs or other contraband in your possession, you can be searched and charged with a misdemeanor possession offense.
However, in order for any... Read more »
I'm trying to figure out when do points "fall off the record", when does the time start counting, from the time a person is convicted or from the time the citation was issued? All I know that in CA it's 3 years and 3 months, but when does the time start counting exactly, so they... Read more »
answered on Jan 25, 2023
The points accrue (go on your record) when the conviction occurs, meaning that, until you are convicted the points aren't on your driving record, the three years starts running at the point you are convicted.
I'm trying to figure out when do points "fall off the record", when does the time start counting, from the time a person is convicted or from the time the citation was issued? All I know that in CA it's 3 years and 3 months, but when does the time start counting exactly, so they... Read more »
answered on Feb 20, 2023
In California, points on a driver's license start counting from the date of the conviction, not the date the citation was issued. The points will remain on the driving record for three years from the date of the conviction, and then they will be removed.
It's important to note... Read more »
once I received a citation?
I'm sorry, I believe my question has been wrongly structured,
I'm trying to figure out when do points "fall off the record", when does the time starts counting, from the time a person is convicted or from the time the citation was issued? Thank you
answered on Jan 25, 2023
Any points that are placed on your driving record start when you are convicted, not cited.
once I received a citation?
I'm sorry, I believe my question has been wrongly structured,
I'm trying to figure out when do points "fall off the record", when does the time starts counting, from the time a person is convicted or from the time the citation was issued? Thank you
answered on Feb 20, 2023
In California, the three-year period for points to "fall off" a driver's record begins on the date of the conviction, not the date of the citation or violation. The conviction date is the date the court enters the judgment, which may be different from the date of the citation or the... Read more »
Pulled over cited, and impounded for expired registration; given a written verbal notice of suspended license, and additional charges for drugs found upon inventory. At court date, I was charged with driving with a suspended and the drug charges. However, I wasn’t given a “citation” for the... Read more »
answered on Jan 18, 2023
Incident to an arrest the police will inventory items.
the police stop a person and then submit a report to the DA who then decides what to file.
if you have 2 DUI's they will suspend your license if within short period of time.
more suspension for 3rd.
if you... Read more »
Admin suspension effective March 20 2020. Date of court conviction 6/20/2022. Been carrying an SR22 since March of 2020 so the removal date would be Mar/April 2023 if it began at the DMV admin suspension. (All DMV fines and reinstatement fees have been paid)
Does the SR22 clock reset on... Read more »
answered on Jan 16, 2023
It is 3 years from the date you reinstated your driving privilege. You can always call the DMV Mandatory Actions Unit to confirm the exact date that happened.
non-op. 3 Cops were waiting hidden from the street in the back corner of the lot. I backed in and an officer pulled in front of me with lights flashing. Is this stop legal on private property and he had never been behind me? He ran my plates, noticed I wasnt there and waited until I returned.... Read more »
answered on Dec 18, 2022
your question is not clear.
police need to have probable cause (PC) to search and many things are considered PC.
depending on the facts PC may have been the backing in???
i doubt if the PC will be determined to be your 2006 drug charge that was expunged.... Read more »
Traffic stops for common people are unconstitutional on its face. You cannot invoke the the 5th or 4th amendments. There has never been full disclosure of the taxes of personal cars operated for private use. If property can be seized for lack of funds does that not go against the due process... Read more »
answered on Dec 17, 2022
Operating a motor vehicle on the public roads is privilege extended to persons with a use the public streets and highways. This means you must comply with the law as you are operating a motor vehicle, and when you violate the law you can be held responsible. If you are cited for a motor vehicle... Read more »
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