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The officer told me I'm better off to show up in court on Nov 5 & try to get this ticket thrown out. He put on the ticket that I was going 34 mph in a 30 mph zone. I have no prior history of moving violation. My last speeding ticket that I had was in 2010.
I've seen lots of videos and articles on what to say/do or not say/do during traffic stops. But what I'm wondering is, does anyone have a concise sheet / summary of these basic instructions that could be kept in the vehicle so that I could actually... remember some of this advice?... View More 
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
When you’re pulled over, stay calm and pull over safely to the side of the road. Keep your hands visible, preferably on the steering wheel, and wait for the officer to approach. Avoid making sudden movements and follow the officer’s instructions carefully.
Provide your driver’s... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney for specific guidance, in many jurisdictions, a receipt could be offered together with the standard form or affidavit that the deficiency has been remedied.... View More
Collision, and I looked it up and this is considered a criminal offense and I don’t know what this means for me or what I should do for my situation. I was not speeding and did attempt to stop, I was not on my phone and my insurance app shows that and I was not intoxicated. I attempted to brake... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. In terms of your question on what to do, reach out to attorneys without further delay to discuss, which you've probably done by now. In terms of specific guidance, an attorney is probably going to... View More
I have never used this and have been a great driving record.
answered on Jul 2, 2024
It is possible that an Assistant District Attorney will plead this down to improper equipment. You should have a copy of your driving record with you when you go to your first appearance. If it is clean, and you have had no other traffic infractions, you are more likely to get the remedy you... View More
I was driving my FedEx truck and due to a sudden stop in traffic from a different accident up the road, I didn't stop in time. I made every effort to stop, giant skid marks and cameras prove that. FedEx trucks have inside cab cameras as well as external cameras. I still have my job because... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2024
This sounds like you were cited for a failure to stop. What you have described is a common occurrence on the roads, but it is the requirement that every driver operate their vehicle so that they can stop in time to avoid collision with other vehicles, objects and people. To me it sounds like you... View More
Adult son has two driving violations from 2018 and 2019. He lost his license and never took care of it in court. He’s been out of state and wanting to fix this. How does he go about fixing these? The cases are marked as dismissal by leave, but I can’t find any fines or anything else.... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2024
He needs to contact the Courts and determine what the status of the tickets is. They have websites now, he can put in the citation numbers and find out. This is what happens when you don't take care of tickets, in the computer age, computers never forget. He could hire a traffic ticket... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In North Carolina, careless driving violations are subject to fines, and the amount can vary based on the circumstances of the offense. While the maximum fine for a careless driving ticket may indeed be $200 in some cases, it's crucial to recognize that certain factors can lead to increased... View More
I mentioned this ticket to my lawyer later on I came to find out he marked yes to question 24 and 25 on part 12 of the application. Which imply being charged and convicted for a criminal offense. I was only given a speeding ticket and a fine. Should I say no to these questions in the interview and... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2023
If your attorney is not going to the hearing or interview, then you may need another attorney to attend. You’ll need proof that you did not have a traffic offense where there was a fine for more than $500. Let the adjudicator decide whether the answer is yes or no. You were ‘cited’ for a... View More
owner of the placard? The owner of the placard is not always in the vehicle. The handicap space in located in a residential area.
answered on Jul 8, 2023
Most states require the person to whom the placard was issued to be with the vehicle while the placard is in use. 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.
I live in NC
answered on Jul 6, 2023
In North Carolina, a conviction for a moving violation leads to the addition of points on your driving record. These points remain on your record for three years. If you accumulate more than twelve points within a three-year period, your license will be suspended for sixty days. Additionally, if... View More
I was driving back from Maryland from picking up my son and I literally was going around someone slow in the left lane when I sped up to get past him and switch back into the left lane the cop was in front of me and said I came up on him too fast.
My fear is I’m going to go to jail for... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2023
Depending on the nature of the ticket, it could be a very simple fix or might involve slightly more money. Hire a local traffic attorney to assist you. You will generally get a better deal than negotiating yourself.
I had been stopped by NC Highway Patrol at a checkpoint and asked for my identification. I asked if I had done anything wrong and would prefer not to ID if I didn’t commit a crime, that it was my understanding NC isn’t a Stop and ID State and felt being forced to do so would violate my 4th... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2023
Police in many jurisdictions establish check points where they check all vehicles that pass through, mostly looking for DUI, but also for registration/license violations. These are advertised in advance in the newspapers or on the city website. At these checkpoints the law allows the officers to... View More
State license number starts with 00 and state says NA so just trying to find out what that means. Thanks!
answered on May 22, 2023
NA means "not available." This means the officer did not get the plate of the car you cut off.
Basically wondering if using the online request system is as effective at trying to get a reduction to "improper equipment" as hiring a lawyer; but also, if I use the online request and don't get a satisfactory outcome, can I still hire a lawyer to try again? I don't expect... View More
answered on May 22, 2023
Definitely hire a traffic ticket attorney. Look on Justia and with Google.
answered on May 8, 2023
You can likely get this downgraded to a charge of improper equipment, which will have minimal effects on you. However, it is at the local DA's description to do so.
answered on May 3, 2023
An attorney might be able to get an early disposition, but it all depends in part on the county.
You might consider one or more of the following:
1. Check out that county's website.
2. Contact the clerk of court in that county.
3. Consult with an attorney who... View More
I received a letter from the clerk of court with a different court date what should I do
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answered on Jan 20, 2023
You should contact the clerk directly to confirm that the date provided on the letter is the correct court date. You should also search for your court date at https://www.nccourts.gov/court-dates to confirm your court date.
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answered on Jul 22, 2022
Hello there,
To answer this question I would need to know some more information: What county were you charged in? Have you had any other tickets in the last three years? Are you willing to complete community service or a driving school course? Are you licensed in the state of North... View More
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