I received a speeding ticket in Bremen, Georgia from a city police officer a few weeks ago. The officer did not sign the "Officer Certification" section of the citation. I'm looking for the specific Georgia law or code that requires the officer to sign this section of the citation,... View More

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answered on Apr 3, 2025

You can't find it because there is none. Citations aren't actually evidence, and an officer's failure to sign one doesn't render it void-courts can (and usually will) allow an officer to correct the error by signing it if demanded by the defendant, or a prosecutor can simply... View More

I was ticketed in Georgia for driving without a license, but my license was suspended in another state due to a DWI. I was aware of the suspension. This is my first offense for driving without a license in Georgia, and I have taken steps to address the suspension in the other state. I also have an... View More

I received a ticket for suspended registration on 11/24/2022, which I paid on 03/14/2023. Recently, I received a letter stating my license is suspended. They are asking for an additional $200, attendance at a driving course, and my license will be suspended for one year starting now. Why am I... View More

I recently paid a traffic ticket for improper lane change issued in Clayton County, GA. I now have bodycam and traffic camera footage obtained from open records, showing that I maintained my lane during the collision. The footage also reveals the other driver turning right from a left-turn-only... View More

I was involved in a car accident yesterday in which I hit someone. At the scene, my insurance appeared valid, but later I found out it had lapsed. Law enforcement issued me a ticket. Given this situation, is there a possibility that I could face jail time?

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answered on Mar 23, 2025

It's technically a possibility, but practically- I know of no jurisdiction that actually recommends jail time for a first offense of on this charge.

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I am going to be defending myself according to my right to Pro Se in a traffic trial in Georgia. I plan to have an attorney assist me during the trial without formally representing me. I am concerned about ensuring that the trial record accurately reflects my self-representation. After my case is... View More

I was picking my boyfriend up & heading home when I hit a patch of ice & lost control. The week before the accident we had a snow storm but the day of the accident, the ice & snow was all melted except for this one road I guess. The officer said I violated the conditions of my limited... View More

Earlier today in Monroe, Georgia, I was pulled over for failure to maintain lanes. During the stop, the officer's dog detected a small amount of wax, and the officer claimed he would destroy it. He issued a written warning for the traffic violation but did not give a ticket or any written... View More

I was pulled over in Georgia for distracted driving, but I was told the charge could be dismissed if I produce a device that allows for hands-free driving. What types of devices are legally acceptable in Georgia for hands-free compliance?

I was pulled over for speeding in Georgia, going 95 in a 70 mph zone, during a vacation. I received a Uniform Traffic Citation, Summons, and Accusation. I do not live in Georgia, and this is my first offense in the state. Can I handle this matter remotely, and what potential consequences might I... View More

I am facing a violation of felony probation (VOP) due to being arrested in a different county for driving on a suspended license while going to work. I've been on probation for almost 3 years with this being my first violation. Despite getting released the same day and planning to have my... View More

I received a traffic ticket from an officer in Georgia for having no brake lights, but the ticket was not signed by me as the defendant. Does the absence of my signature on the ticket void it, or can it still be enforced?

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answered on Mar 14, 2025

A ticket can still be prosecuted even without your signature.

I received a traffic ticket for failure to maintain lane while driving on a wet shoulder. I was trying to pull over due to a strange noise coming from my vehicle, which caused me to slide a little and temporarily get stuck. The police officer who issued the ticket didn't see any damage or... View More

I was involved in an accident on March 12, 2025, at around 5 pm when I approached a red light and my brakes failed, causing me to crash into another vehicle, although there was no serious damage. I received a citation for Georgia Code 40-8-7. My brakes had undergone a maintenance inspection in... View More

I have an electric scooter with a maximum speed of 19 mph, and I received a warning from a cop citing code 40-6-144 while operating on a sidewalk in Athens, GA, within the jurisdiction of UGA. However, it seems to contradict code 40-6-320(a), as the sidewalk had enough space (48 inches) for a... View More

I received a speeding ticket from the Georgia Highway Patrol two and a half years ago, and I still haven't received a court date. There has been no communication from the court regarding the delay. Can this ticket be dismissed due to the prolonged wait for a court date?

I received a speeding ticket stating that I was driving at 76 mph in a 45 mph zone. However, the timing on the ticket seems incorrect. The ticket was issued at 10:15 am, but I was at my gym at that time. I have a login printout from the gym showing I logged in at 10:16 am. Furthermore, the... View More

As a 17-year-old in Georgia, I received a citation for driving 80 mph in a 45 mph zone on a clear, empty four-lane road. I have no prior traffic violations. The citation is for speeding with 6 points on my license. What legal options do I have to possibly reduce the impact on my driving record and... View More

I was pulled over today in Georgia and issued a ticket for holding/supporting a wireless telecom device. The officer claimed I had my phone in hand while driving, but it was in a mount the entire time. I have no previous violations related to cell phone use, and there is no clear indication of... View More

I'm seeking advice on how to handle two citations I received in Braselton, GA, under codes 40-6-46 and 40-2-8. This is my first time receiving such tickets. The incident occurred when a truck driver from the turning lane came into my lane, and I had to swerve around to avoid braking hard,... View More