Las Vegas, NV asked in Traffic Tickets for Nevada

Q: I was driving on a one way street had no stop sign no yield sign no traffic light. Other car ran a stop sign

Later revived a ticket in the mail for careless driving. My insurance company found the other driver at fault. Judge still would not drop the ticket now it’s on my record costing me a huge monthly payment on my insurance

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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Licensed in Nevada

A: In Nevada, if you received a ticket for careless driving despite the circumstances indicating the other driver was at fault, you might want to consider contesting the ticket in court. Gather any evidence you have that supports your claim, such as witness statements, photographs, and the report from your insurance company that identifies the other driver as being at fault. Consult the traffic court's procedures to understand the process for contesting a ticket. You might need to appear in court or submit a written explanation of your case. Presenting your evidence and explaining the situation in a clear and respectful manner to the judge could potentially lead to a favorable outcome, such as having the ticket dismissed or having the violation reduced. It's important to follow the court's guidelines and deadlines for contesting the ticket to increase your chances of success.

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