Huntley, IL asked in Traffic Tickets and Criminal Law for Illinois

Q: Today I received my first ticket of going 25 over the speed limit and it was on the highway what should I do?

I’m concerned with my insurance rates for my family going up and this ticket going on my record. Can I do community service or take a driver’s class. What would be my best option. I’m 17 years old.

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Theodore J. Harvatin
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  • Traffic Tickets Lawyer
  • Springfield, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: You must do so because you have to remain ticket free for two years. You will pay a higher fine for supervision and you will have to take a special class. And you need a parent or guardian in court with you in order to receive supervision.

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Brandon K. Davis
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Brandon K. Davis
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Waukegan, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: You would need to appear in court with a parent/legal guardian and request court supervision to prevent this ticket from being entered as a conviction on your driving record. You will need to pay a fine and take traffic school if the Judge grants you supervision.

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Juan Ooink
Juan Ooink
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: Appear in court with a parent and request Court Supervision. You will be required to take Traffic Safety School and pay a hire fine, but Court Supervision will not be seen by your insurance company.

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