I received a letter from Linebarger Goggan and Sampson regarding a traffic ticket issued four years ago in Texas. When I initially showed up for court, I was informed that the court was relocating and I would receive a follow-up. I have not received any communication since then from the court at my... View More

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 have a pending court date this Tuesday for a misdemeanor charge of driving while suspended. Previously, my license was suspended due to an arrest for OWI in 2016, and I was granted specialized driving privileges at that time. My current suspension resulted from failing to pay a ticket, and I was... View More

I received a "driving too fast for conditions" citation after my car slid on a snowy day while I was making a right turn into a driveway and crashed into a car stopped at a stop sign. No one was injured, and this is my first driving infraction. The police were called, a report was filed,... View More

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answered on Mar 19, 2025

Other driver probably will not show up and the ticket will be dismissed. Otherwise ask for court supervision.

I was pulled over for suspended registration due to an insurance lapse on March 19, 2025. I was unaware that my insurance had lapsed because my auto-payment was declined. After being pulled over, I immediately obtained a new insurance policy on the same day. I have no previous history of lapsed... View More

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answered on Mar 19, 2025

You are eligible for supervision. there will be a fine plus you will have to carry SR 22 for three years. if you take a conviction the fine will be less, your license will be suspended for 3 months and you will not have to carry SR 22

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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... View More

I received a speeding ticket last Saturday for driving 75 in a 55 mph zone. However, my last name was incorrectly written on the ticket. I have not contacted the issuing authority about the error, and this is my first traffic violation. The ticket may have been issued out of town. How should I... View More

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answered on Mar 18, 2025

I'm not sure what you mean by "issued out of town" but something to keep in mind is that a Virginia summons should include your license #, your address, other identifying information, and (usually) your signature. I wouldn't assume that this error would prevent the charge from... View More

I am a CDL driver, and my MVR incorrectly lists an ODOT classification for an incident as "rollover, off-road, or unknown." In reality, I slid and jackknifed on ice, then was able to drive the truck away without any paperwork, as no real incident occurred. Although I contacted ODOT to... View More

I am a Georgia resident, and my driver's license was suspended due to an alleged refusal to take a drug test in Arizona, a state where I have not yet been found guilty, and there are no formal charges against me. I was arrested, but my initial arraignment was dismissed. I plan to attend court... View More

I received a ticket for crossing double white lines after my tire went flat while I was driving in the HOV lane. I tried to pull over safely to the right side of the freeway. There were no clear signs about stopping in the HOV lane during an emergency, and the officer did not believe I had a flat... View More

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Richard L. Grant
answered on Mar 18, 2025

Do a lot of these cases where I used the defense of existing emergency or to avoid an accident. Clearly, the fact that you had a flat would create an emergency situation to support your defense and no violation had occurred. This is not a guarantee of your outcome with this suggested defense.... View More

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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

I have a minor traffic case from 2009 in Cumberland County, NC, involving Statute 20-111(2), case number 09CR706953-250. I was working a traveling sales job when I got the ticket, but a week later, I was let go from the job and returned to TN without receiving any notice regarding a failure to... View More

I unintentionally made an improper turn because I didn't see the sign while driving with my CDL license. There were some minor incidents involved. I haven't appealed the $86 fine yet, but I'm hoping to reduce it. This occurred in New Jersey. What steps can I take to contest the fine... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 17, 2025

You can contest a ticket two ways. 1) Do it yourself: Call the court and tell them you would like to plead not guilty and wish to have a trial or 2) you can hire a lawyer to do this for you and your lawyer will conduct the trial with you in your presence at court. Remember a good lawyer knows... View More

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I have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), and I'm worried about the consequences of a fine I received for an improper right or left turn under section 39:4-123. I unintentionally made the turn because I didn't see the sign. Is there a possibility of reducing or lowering the fine?

H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Mar 17, 2025

I would not worry about the fine its pennies compared to the cost of the 3 points on your CDL license that this ticket would give you. I would suggest hiring a good lawyer to try to eliminate those points. Most of us traffic ticket lawyers offer a free in office consultation, google one of us and... 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 am trying to determine whether rear reflectors are required on personal vehicles in Arizona. One of my reflectors has been knocked out of place for some time, although there is only minor damage to the vehicle overall. I have consulted a repair shop, but I'm concerned about potentially... View More

I received a fine under code 38-4123 for improper right and left turns in New Jersey. Will this fine affect my CDL license? This is not my first offense.

My 17-year-old son was issued a criminal citation for reckless driving as he was caught driving 120 mph in a 70 mph zone. He has no prior citations or offenses, there are no additional charges, and he has a court date scheduled. Will he face jail time?

Antone Alfred Weber
answered on Mar 17, 2025

Reckless driving is a gross misdemeanor. Maxim penalties are up to 364 days in jail, and a $5000 fine. If found committed, he will also have a 30-day license suspension and a mandatory 3-years of SR-2 (high-risk) insurance to have a license.

The reality is, as my colleague says, jail time... View More

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In 2018, I was arrested for allegedly not paying fines related to a ticket from 2015 for driving without insurance. I had actually paid these fines in full, as confirmed by the officer who issued the ticket, though I lack physical receipts. Despite this, I've been required to make monthly... View More