Q: I got 2 tickets.
One for failure to stop at a sign & one for going 80/55. Can I go to court for the first offense and just pay for the speeding? I’m 17 and was driving without a license.
A: Juvenile traffic case policies are very much dependent on the local judge's preferred way of handling them. Although the ultimate goal of the juvenile court system is rehabilitation rather than punishment, that does not necessarily mean that the judges will impose light penalties (as they also want to impress upon young drivers the importance of following the rules of the road). Dress appropriately, be respectful, and show contrition to the judge if the charges cannot be contested. Penalties imposed may include driving school, community service hours, and/or a fine. But sometimes the judge may agree to dismiss or reduce a charge if their terms are met by a certain date and your record isn't bad. Good luck to you.
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