Q: Got my license 2 days ago and got a rental car. My friend was driving it with me in passenger seat and he ran a red.
From my googling it’s my understanding the rental company zip car will forward my info to the issuing department. Will it give me the points on my license? Can I fight it if the photo shows me clearly in the passenger seat?
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If your friend was driving a rental car and ran a red light, the rental company will likely receive the ticket and forward your information to the issuing department, as you are the person who rented the car. However, you can contest the ticket if the photo clearly shows you in the passenger seat and your friend driving.
To fight the ticket, you should provide evidence to the traffic court that you were not the driver. This can include the photo from the red light camera showing you in the passenger seat and a statement or affidavit from your friend admitting they were driving at the time of the violation.
It's important to act quickly and follow the instructions on the ticket for contesting it. If successful, the ticket and any associated points should be transferred to the actual driver, not you. Make sure to gather all necessary documentation to support your case and present it clearly to the court.
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