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answered on Sep 17, 2019
Hello. You will need to contact an attorney in the city/town/county were the conduct occurred. Attorneys can only represent people in a State where they are licensed to practice law so it is unlikely you will be able to hire a local Phoenix attorney that is also licensed in New Mexico. You may be... View More 
I received a citation today in el mirage. The officer did not fill in the date of the incident. The space is blank. The only date on the citation is the court date. Can this be dismissed?
answered on Sep 7, 2019
Sometimes facial errors are enough to have a ticket thrown out; the clerks may not be about to enter the ticket information into the court system without a date. BUT, the cop can always fill it in on his copy and file it that way. The cop's copy is the ticket, all you have is a carbon copy.
I need to get LIC back to go to work even if payment plan small I have proof I moved was stranded in California never received noticed didn't know warrant existed help
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answered on Jun 13, 2019
The answer is fairly simple however the process can be complicated. Essentially, you have to contact the MVD and have them provide you a copy of your driving record. You can typically do this online or in person. Then, on the report you will be able to see which court, if any, have a hold on your... View More
The person was driving w/ no license a vehicle belonging to another person who was not present when pulled over for a wrongful turn.
answered on Jun 6, 2019
They eliminated suspended license as justification for impounding a vehicle but a REVOKED license will still get the vehicle impounded. Since no license is equivalent to revoked, law enforcement will likely impound the vehicle. The registered owner can petition for an early release of the vehicle... View More
I want to pay my fines in Arizona so I can get my license in another state but I am unable to do so do to a FTA they want me to appear on the matter but I live 1500 mi away what should I do ?
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answered on Jan 2, 2019
Hire a lawyer and we can go to court for you and allow you to complete the suspended license case without you having to come back to Arizona. Make sure you let the lawyer know the situation so you don't end up overpaying. Give us a call or email if needed 480-935-6545 or zach@divellaw.com
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answered on Nov 20, 2018
Those who hold a CDL are held to a higher standard and thus will not be allowed to attend defensive driving school. It is a law that was passed and is still in effect. Additionally, MVD may take corrective action against you and your CDL for even some of the most minor driving infractions. If your... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2018
Correct, Arizona used to completely allow cell phone use while driving. Now, certain cities have created their own laws that prohibit it. A violation will result in a civil fine. In addition, there have also been laws about the age of the driver (under 18) and their ability to use their phone in... View More
I was handed the defensivd driver paper to take the course. On the ticket there is no complaint #. All the sites i went on need it.. I had no driver license. An i want to get this taken care of..
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answered on Oct 16, 2018
There should be some type of case number on your ticket, usually at the very top. If not, you will need to contact the court where the ticket was issued. The court information should also be on the ticket. The court will be able to give you the case number if you well them your name and date of... View More
I go tommorw and it's a fauiler to appear and driving under suspended license
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answered on Sep 14, 2018
I would like to help you out but it seems your question was cut off. Please contact us directly so we can discuss this more (free). Zach@Divellaw.com or 480-935-6545
driving record When I go to court. Can I get this hide from my driving record.
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answered on Jul 13, 2018
Your best option is to hire a lawyer who can help you with the charge and get it reduced or dismissed. There isn't exactly a "hide" option in court. Feel free to contact us before your next court date so we can help you zach@divellaw.com or 480-935-6545.
the car is insured but he did not have the insurance paper with him, he has a court date
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answered on Jul 13, 2018
At the next court date, he will need to bring proof of insurance with him. The court will either drop the charge or reduce the fine. This is a frequent issue and courts are pretty lenient.
The details were: failure to signal 90' before stopping to turn, no proof of insurance, driver's license not on person, and one other minor thing.
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answered on Jun 22, 2018
The quick answer is any ticket can be dismissed with the right circumstances. You should contact an attorney for a consultation to discuss your particular circumstances and likelihood of success. You should also be concerned about the fines that have been collecting since 2013 and I presume your... View More
answered on Jun 17, 2018
Generally speaking, it is extremely hard to fight racial profiling. Many people facing criminal charges want to use a civil rights violation as leverage against the State in a prosecution. This is unsuccessful in the vast majority of cases.
The best cases have the best evidence. If you... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2018
Hello, you should consider asking your question again with a few more specific details and then we can provide a more specific answer. Right now it is unclear what is at issue. Thanks
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answered on Jun 13, 2018
Every case is different and without any more information we cannot tell you what an appropriate plea would be. I recommend you contact myself or another attorney for a free consultation to discuss your particular situation.
Most pleas typically reduce harsher traffic violations to the... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2017
You may. Check with both the court and DA's office, notw who you spoke with, date time, etc.
answered on Dec 20, 2017
It depends on the facts, namely your speed. You may be able to get Defensive Driving School.
Say someone is in a car accident for which the responding officer deems them responsible and cites them.
At their court hearing, they present the printed results of an online poll where half of the (random, anonymous) respondents said they would have behaved the same way as the defendant... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2017
Not at all. First it would be inadmissible second it isn't what the case is about. You have a good argument to make if you couched it in terms of believing it was safe to do what you did. Depends on what --hypothetically--someone has been charged with.If you were hurt you may have a... View More
Example: Phoenix az cave creek road and 101 intersection. Who has right of way if a car is turning right onto the on ramp at the same time as the left turners get a green arrow to go onto the on ramp since the 2nd left turn lane becomes the right lane of the on ramp? Almost been hit multiple times... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2017
A lot depends on who is where at what time. They shouldn't have two streams of traffic headed for the same area without a yields sign. With no sign see if your state has a law as to who yields to whom at an unsigned intersection. Suggest you ask your AAA office if they have a traffic safety... View More
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