Q: I got a fix it ticket for tint from California highway patrol. Can I pay the bail amount without correcting the tint?
A:
In California, if you receive a "fix-it" ticket for vehicle violations, including illegal window tint, you typically have two options:
1. Fix the issue (in this case, remove the illegal tint) and provide proof of correction to the court within the specified time frame. This usually involves having a law enforcement officer or authorized smog check station sign off on the correction. Once the court receives proof of correction, the ticket is typically dismissed, and you may only need to pay a small dismissal fee.
2. Pay the full bail amount without correcting the violation. This closes the case, but it also means pleading guilty to the infraction, which will appear on your driving record. Additionally, if you do not correct the tint issue, you may be cited again in the future.
It's important to note that paying the bail amount without fixing the issue is not advisable, as it will result in a conviction on your record and potential future citations for the same offense. The best course of action is to correct the window tint to comply with California law and provide proof of correction to the court within the specified time frame.
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