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From my googling it’s my understanding the rental company zip car will forward my info to the issuing department. Will it give me the points on my license? Can I fight it if the photo shows me clearly in the passenger seat?
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
If your friend was driving a rental car and ran a red light, the rental company will likely receive the ticket and forward your information to the issuing department, as you are the person who rented the car. However, you can contest the ticket if the photo clearly shows you in the passenger seat... View More 
The v.c law 22658a says there should be a sign at all entrances. But does posting on the building count? Or should there be a sign in the grass at the entrance.
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answered on May 28, 2024
In California, the specific requirements for posting "No Parking" signs are outlined in California Vehicle Code Section 22658(a). The law states that the sign should be posted at each entrance to the property. However, it does not explicitly mention whether the sign should be posted on... View More
Actually, I’m looking for pro bono. How can I afford to get out of this mess? I'm 76 on SS. I ride a large motorcycle. My friend and I had lunch at a golf course. We both had two drinks. Cruising in the hills near Sonora, CA I hit sand in a turn and crashed. Slid to the side of the... View More
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answered on May 23, 2024
Given your situation, here are a few steps you can take:
1. Legal aid: Look for legal aid organizations in California that provide free or low-cost legal services to seniors or low-income individuals. Some organizations to consider are California Rural Legal Assistance, Legal Services of... View More
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answered on May 22, 2024
The best course of action is to consult with a qualified attorney who can review the specifics of your case and advise you on your legal options. They can help you understand the potential consequences and work with you to resolve the matter appropriately.
In general, if you are caught... View More
my friend got pulled over and the officer said that the pedestrian needed to be all the way accross the street in order for him to go he got a ticket even though the pedestrian was at a safe distance helf way across the street past the middle line. is this true
answered on Jun 1, 2024
Oncoming pedestrian, it is true, with one exception, if the roadway is divided, with a median built in and the pedestrian has not reached that median, you could make your right turn, in most situations. You are not failing to yield to the ped if they are in front of traffic going the other way.... View More
my friend got pulled over and the officer said that the pedestrian needed to be all the way accross the street in order for him to go he got a ticket even though the pedestrian was at a safe distance helf way across the street past the middle line. is this true
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answered on May 15, 2024
In California, the law states that drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians who are crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. The driver must wait until the pedestrian has completely crossed the driver's lane before... View More
The 41500 Form is a form that dismisses all traffic citations as long as they are not felony citations.
When we file the 41500 Form, we do so while we are incarcerated this allows people who are incarcerated the ability to be released without another hurdle to jump over or any issues... View More
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answered on May 15, 2024
I don't have definitive information about whether Utah has a form that is directly equivalent to California's 41500 form for dismissing traffic citations for incarcerated individuals. Traffic laws and procedures can vary significantly between states.
That said, Utah does appear to... View More
And then, the Police officer asked the principal for a lady on a blue car and the principal gave him my address and phone number, the police came to harass me to my home and now he also stays near my home in the mornings. Can the principal just hand out my info without any proof of anything and can... View More
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answered on May 14, 2024
In this situation, there are a few legal issues to consider:
1. Sharing of personal information: Schools generally have a responsibility to protect students' and parents' personal information. However, if the police officer had a legitimate reason to request your information in... View More
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answered on May 11, 2024
In California, the laws regarding electric scooters and mobility scooters differ:
1. Electric scooters: According to California Vehicle Code (CVC) §21235, to operate an electric scooter, you must have a valid driver's license or instruction permit. This applies to all electric... View More
LA Metro Transportation authority sent a link to their website so I could view the video footage. On the video you can clearly see the traffic light was yellow when I began driving through the intersection but turned red when I was partially through the intersection and became red before I reached... View More
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answered on May 8, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems like you may have a case to contest the ticket. In California, the law states that a driver must stop at a yellow light unless it is unsafe to do so. If you can argue that stopping abruptly at the yellow light would have likely caused an accident with... View More
that my license plate frame actually has a hidden device that when set up properly had the ability to shield my license plate from public viewing. the officer had to very deliberately re activate this device as it was not fully operational in its original condition. upon successful activation of... View More
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answered on May 7, 2024
This is a complex legal situation and I highly recommend consulting with a criminal defense attorney who can review the specific details of your case and provide professional legal guidance. However, I can provide some general thoughts based on the information you've shared.
From your... View More
I had to file police report against My ex for identity theft. I don't recall ever being in Santa Barbara? What do I do? It could not have been me that even got the ticket to start. How can I find out who the ticket was truly issued to?
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answered on May 3, 2024
I understand this must be a very stressful and confusing situation. Here are some steps you can take to address the issue:
1. Contact the Santa Barbara court directly and explain your situation. Provide them with the police report you filed for identity theft. They should be able to look up... View More
So why code enforcement issue citations when there's no proof I did it. They even removed the paint by the city. They said they were going to wave it my appealing it. But they refuse to appeal.need help
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answered on May 2, 2024
I understand your frustration with receiving a citation for something you believe there is no proof you did. It seems like there may be some confusion or miscommunication between you and the code enforcement department. Here are a few steps you can take to try to resolve this situation:
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I was not aware that the car was not registered. I recently received a letter in the mail saying failure to appear. They got both of our informations so I never thought I will get this ticket under my name since the car is registered under her name. And now i have all this added penalties and i... View More
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answered on Apr 25, 2024
I understand that this is a stressful situation. Here are a few steps you can take to address the issue:
1. Contact the Arizona court: Reach out to the court that issued the ticket and explain your situation. Provide evidence that you were not the owner of the vehicle at the time of the... View More
The car was my friends they got her information too so i totally forgot about i just received a letter in the mail stating i had a failure to appear and now the fine has increased. And its all in my name when i am not the owner is there anything i can do they added this FARE program to the ticket... View More
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answered on Apr 25, 2024
As a California resident who received a ticket in Arizona for an unregistered vehicle that doesn't belong to you, here are some steps you can take:
1. Contact the court: Reach out to the court in Arizona that issued the ticket and explain your situation. Provide evidence that the... View More
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answered on Apr 19, 2024
In California, if you receive a "fix-it" ticket for vehicle violations, including illegal window tint, you typically have two options:
1. Fix the issue (in this case, remove the illegal tint) and provide proof of correction to the court within the specified time frame. This... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
In California, making a right turn from the far left lane is generally considered an unsafe and illegal maneuver, even if you checked for traffic and there were no cars present. This action violates California Vehicle Code (CVC) 22100(a), which states that right turns should be made as close as... View More
I was dropping off my brother at his school. I was not in a school zone. I pulled over to the side of the road, obstructing the bike lane, and there was a no parking sign where I was parked (this is a common drop-off spot for the school). My brother exited the car. I was preparing to drive away... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
Based on the details you provided, it seems that both you and the off-duty police officer were engaging in some form of traffic violation. However, the officer's threat to pull you out of your car was inappropriate and likely exceeded his authority as an off-duty officer.
Here are a... View More
I was driving a company truck in Arizona that wasn’t registered (I was unaware) and I got pulled over and got a ticket. I gave the ticket to the company to pay because it wasn’t my fault and they never did… so I got a random letter in the mail and it said my license was suspended and I missed... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
Under California law, a failure to appear (FTA) in court is generally considered a misdemeanor offense. However, the specific consequences and how it appears on your record may vary depending on the severity of the original offense and the circumstances surrounding your case.
In your... View More
My situation and question; 2 lane road. From right to left. 1/2/3/4. I was in lane 1, merging to turn right. The pedestrian was crossing from the 4th into 3rd lane, I slowed, then deemed it was safe to pull through. After I completed the pass is when I was stopped for failing to yield.
I... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2024
Under California Vehicle Code 21950, drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk or within any unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. This means slowing down, stopping if necessary, and taking all care to avoid endangering the... View More
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