Q: What does improperly use of equipment mean in Maryland?
I received a speeding ticket June 2021 in Virginia during an emergency! I live in Maryland. I went to court for that ticket and explained the situation too the judge, and he dismissed the case! I find out today that I have a non violation on my driving record for improper use of equipment in Maryland! I don’t understand what happened, if he dismissed the case!
A:
It could be an error. You should go to the Clerk's office and have them pull the file. The judge makes a handwritten decision and you can see it.
Of course, I am assuming that you are saying that you went to court for the improper use of equipment charge in Maryland and it was dismissed. You are referring to two different cases: (1) a speeding ticket in Virginia and (2) improper use of equipment in Maryland. They appear to be unrelated.
If you are saying that you went to court in Virginia for speeding and the judge dismissed it, but now an improper use of equipment charge appears on your Maryland record for the Virginia case, then you will need to contact the Clerk's office in Virginia and get a copy of the disposition paperwork.
If you have questions, contact an attorney who can guide you in the right direction.
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