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Q: I want to sue the school zone camera company and the city of Albany. For falsely accusing me of driving the car

I was at work when my wife was driving our car . And I got a ticket. I want to hire an attorney to sue both the city of Albany and the speed zone camera company. For millions of dollars. Where do I find An attorney to do so

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answered on Oct 16, 2023

You don't have a lawsuit. Either you pay the ticket or you can blame your wife and maybe she pays the ticket. Of course, you could always choose to appear at your court date and try to fight it.

If you could successfully sue the government for making a good faith mistake-it would...
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Q: Cited for an improper lane change, can I get the ticket dismissed if the improper lane change didn't cause the wreck?

I was cited for an improper lane change causing an accident. The person who struck me said I turned into her, but really she rear ended me, trying to obtain video footage from that collision, but if I can prove that I had completed my turn and was established in my lane before I was struck, can I... View More

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answered on Oct 4, 2023

Your question actually has two different answers; for "improper lane change," causing a wreck is not actually one of the elements of the charge. People get issued improper lane change tickets without causing an accident all the time. The issue of whether or not your lane change caused... View More

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for Georgia on
Q: I was pulled over for speeding and got charged with a DUI because of my Suboxone what would be the mandatory sentencing

also had a meth pipe on me but did not have any meth on me

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answered on Oct 1, 2023

DUI is a misdemeanor, so the maximum punishment is 12 months in jail and a $1,000 fine. However, it's rare that anyone is sentenced to the maximum. Most places sentence first-time DUI offenders to between 24 and 72 hours in custody, a fine that totals around $600 (which becomes about double... View More

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Q: DMV doesn’t allow me to renew my tag due to a block from the GA camera ticket department. Should I fight the ticket?

They said the ticket occurred at a school zone. I found out about it from the DMV office, and I was told by the ticket collection agency that I cannot appeal because it’s been more than 60 days since they sent the notice by mail. They claimed that I was going 40 mph in a 25 mph zone. My car... View More

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answered on Sep 29, 2023

These tickets are civil infractions, not criminal; they do not go on your driving record are not considered "convictions." You were apparently issued a citation, which was mailed and a court date scheduled; I understand that your position is that you did not receive the notice, but... View More

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Q: How can I get a traffic ticket for not having my headlights on at 3 pm on a sunny day and not raining in Georgia?

The ticket was issued by the Cornelia City police department.

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answered on Sep 13, 2023

Georgia law requires headlights under 3 circumstances:

1. From 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset;

2. Whenever it is raining, and

3. When conditions reduce visibility to less than 500 ft (due to fog, hail, sleet, smoke, etc.)

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Q: Do I need a lawyer and if so how much

40-2-7

16-13-30

40-5-121

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answered on Sep 4, 2023

For less serious offenses like failing to obey traffic control devices (40-2-7), you may not require legal representation if you believe you can contest the ticket.

However, for more serious charges like drug-related offenses (16-13-30) or driving with a suspended or revoked license...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Constitutional Law for Georgia on
Q: Police video missing only sections that would dismiss my case is there any rights that would help on this

Yes I was pulled over with initial pullover only recording on body cam which would not show the reason are incidents of initial pullover then upon denial of search police officer only having body camera then removed body camera with intent to set up in the dash which did not record the search of... View More

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answered on Sep 11, 2023

In this situation where vital portions of the body camera footage are missing, it raises serious questions about the credibility of the police account and possibly even indicates tampering or misconduct. You have the right to a fair trial, which includes having access to all the evidence that... View More

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Q: If my drivers license was suspended in Washington state, and I have moved to Southern Georgia 6 years ago. I have tryed

To obtain a license here. Yet could not. I understand that Washington has band me from driving within it's state borders. Yet they say because of this I am not allowed to get a license here. How dose Washington get to tell georgia what they can and can't do? I understand that if I'm... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2023

1. You're not allowed to get a license in Georgia if your privileges have been taken away from you in a different state. Georgia checks the NDR (national drivers registry) before issuing a license to anybody in the state.

Your cannabis rights from Washington allow you to use it in...
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3 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Contracts and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: if im traveling in my vehicle for personal use, do i need to have a license, insurance, and registration/license plate?

there are various supreme court rulings stating that operating a motor vehicle in your personal capacity is a right, not a privilege, and you dont need a license, insurance, or registration/plate so long as youre not using your vehicle for commercial use such as uber, or delivering goods.

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answered on Sep 11, 2023

Navigating the fine line between what is considered a "right" and a "privilege" when it comes to operating a motor vehicle on public roads can be a complex endeavor. It is essential to base our understanding on established laws and court rulings to offer a precise answer.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Georgia on
Q: is it illegal to drive with my right brake lamp out?
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answered on Aug 13, 2023

Yes. You are subject to being stopped as well as citation.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Municipal Law for Georgia on
Q: 1) If a car is parked legally and there is no indication of a crime, can a PO randomly run a tag?

...and then 2) If the car is found to not be currently insured, can the PO wait until the car is driven to issue a ticket, or does he have an obligation to prevent the crime? (Since I was standing and sitting near or in the car for a few hours prior to driving and saw the officer / made eye contact... View More

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answered on Jul 28, 2023

Yes, you have no right to privacy over your license plate. It's observable to the public so you have no expectation of privacy. Furthermore, some police now have technology in their vehicles that automatically scans all the license plates around the police car, runs them, and then alerts the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce and Traffic Tickets for Georgia on
Q: A friend on parole initiated a divorce with husband. Can husband have her arrested & gain court favor at dvrce hearing?

Friend out on felony parole, initiated a divorce from her husband, husband is narcissistic, egotistical, spiteful, verbally abusive to her in front of their daughter, manipulative, coercive, and just all around toxic in general... Parolee friend and their daughter left the house, upon leaving the... View More

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answered on Jul 24, 2023

Her being on parole and filing for divorce are not a basis for an arrest. She should be fine with her parole as long as she does not violate the law.

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Q: Given a citation in Georgia for left lane pass in a semi truck was wondering if I could fight it given the details.

I was driving a semi truck and was avoiding a truck doing probably 45 in the middle lane in a 70 my right lane was not available. The officer said my right lane was open but I don’t know how he could determine that he was driving in the left lane at least a half mile behind me. Also he did a... View More

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jul 12, 2023

Hire an attorney that specializes in traffic tickets. Look for them here or search on Google. You should contact an attorney practicing in this area of law right away. Thank you for using Justia ask a lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Georgia on
Q: Hit and run in Georgia

I received a ticket in alpharetta Georgia for a Hit and Run With no persons harmed just vehicle damage. The police arrested me and let me out on bond. I was just scared and did t know what to do and left no note. No one took my license.

if convicted of a misdemeanor in court will DDS... View More

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answered on Jul 11, 2023

A conviction for hit and run can suspend your license in the State of Georgia; there are things an experienced attorney may be able to do that would keep that from happening, so this is a situation it would be smart to speak to one before pleading guilty to that charge.

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Q: Can an officer arrest an individual on private property for driving on a suspended license but never contacted a tra sto

There were 3 passengers me being the vehicle owner I was arrested for driving although I wasn't the driver I was the owner and there isn't any video.

Maurice Mandel II
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answered on Jul 8, 2023

Insufficient information for a complete analysis. Police can arrest on private property. Usually the driving has to be on a public highway, you can drive a tractor on your farm even if you have a suspended license. Insufficient info to address why the owner/passenger was arrested instead of the... View More

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Q: If I flip a cop off while driving is it lawful for him to charge me with aggressive driving?
Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jul 8, 2023

Yes, and possibly more. I recommend you contact several attorneys in your area that practice this type of law, as soon as possible. Thank you for using Justia ask a lawyer.

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Q: I received to 2 driving will on suspended license tickets while I was 20

I won’t go to court till after I turn 21 will they still be counted against me the same way as I would if I were 21?

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answered on Jul 8, 2023

Yes. You are no longer a juvenile after age 18. I recommend you contact several attorneys in your area that practice this type of law, as soon as possible. Thank you for using Justia ask a lawyer.

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Q: Super speeder definition in Georgia

According to the georgia.gov website, super speeders are "drivers ticketed for traveling 75 mph or faster on a 2-lane road or 85 mph or faster on other roads or highways." If I was going 80 on a 45, which happened to be two lanes on either side of a median (4 lanes in total), is this a... View More

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answered on Jun 30, 2023

The ticket is not technically a "super speeder," but at 17 years old, there can be serious consequences for a speeding violation of 35 miles over the limit. The specifics will depend on what particular court your case is in; I would recommend that you speak to an attorney who has the... View More

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Q: Buenas tardes. Cual es la pena para una persona de 20 años que incurrió en el Aticulo 40-6-48 (Failure to maintane lane)
Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jun 9, 2023

At age 20, you are not considered a minor, so no parent has to appear with you. The person signed the ticket which is a promise to appear in Court. Arrange a Court date and go to court. If traffic school is offered for a dismissal, take it. This case arises under traffic ticket law. You need to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: My 16 year old got a speeding ticket in Canton GA going 91 in a 70. What should we expect to happen?
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Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 27, 2023

Because the driver is under 18, he will probably need a parent to appear in Court with him. If found guilty of the offense, he may face a fine, and possible licenses suspension, possibly until he turns 18. You need to consult an attorney in your local area that practices this kind of law. Thank... View More

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