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Q: Can appearing in court for a Careless Driving ticket in Arkansas prevent insurance rate increase?
I received a ticket for Careless/Prohibited Driving under AR code 27-51-104 after lightly bumping another car's bumper while trying to park in a narrow spot. I left a note with my information, avoiding a hit-and-run charge, as the note was found by the police. My court date is July 10th.... View More 
Camille Steadman Thompson
answered on May 22, 2025
answered on May 22, 2025
I'm sorry you're having to deal with a traffic ticket. If you go to court, you should be able to ask about either having the charge reduced (such as to a city ordinance violation) or having it diverted or taken under advisement, conditioned upon no similar offenses for a period of time.... View More
Q: What legal steps can I take to get an overgrown neighboring lot trimmed for safety?
I live in a rural area where a wooded lot next to my property is owned by a couple from another town. The lot is overgrown with trees, making it hazardous to pull onto the main road because it obstructs the line of sight for oncoming traffic. What legal steps can I take to have this property... View More
Camille Steadman Thompson
answered on Apr 17, 2025
answered on Apr 17, 2025
Good Afternoon. If the overgrowth is located adjacent to the public road and in the right-of-way, you should be able to contact the local jurisdiction's street or road department and ask if they can clear it. Be sure to mention that it is a safety issue. Alternatively, some jurisdictions have... View More
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