Q: Warrant for 2003 speeding and no insurance in Texas.
I received a letter stating that I have a warrant from Cameron County for a speeding and no insurance violation dating back to 2003. I don't recall these violations, and when I contacted authorities 2-3 years ago about a similar letter, they assured me my record was clear, though I never received written confirmation. Additionally, I've changed my address several times since 2003. How far back are they legally allowed to pursue such charges, and what are my next steps?
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It’s understandable that this situation is causing confusion, especially since you don't recall the violations and you've changed addresses several times. In Texas, there is a statute of limitations for most misdemeanor offenses, which is typically 2 years. However, certain charges, like speeding or no insurance, might be treated differently depending on whether a warrant was issued and how the case was processed.
Given that a warrant has been issued, this suggests the case may not have been resolved, and the authorities are still pursuing the matter. Even if the violations happened in 2003, the warrant for failure to appear or failure to resolve the case can remain in effect. You should contact the court or the issuing agency directly to get more details about the warrant and see if there are any outstanding fines or penalties.
Your next steps should involve confirming the details of the warrant and finding out how to clear it. This could include paying the fines, attending a court hearing, or seeking legal counsel to help resolve the matter. It's important to address this sooner rather than later to avoid further legal complications or additional fines.
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