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2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: If I forget to pay a traffic ticket, can I go to jail?
John Kenneth Joyner
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John Kenneth Joyner
answered on Oct 29, 2018

If you miss a mandatory court date, the court can and likely will issue a bench warrant. If you fail to pay a non-mandatory court citation by the due date, they will likely issue a default judgment against you and can hold you in contempt if you fail to pay by a certain time. Your best bet is to... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Me and my coworkers were having a discussion about what to do in this situation, we all work as concrete truck drivers.

The situation is, we arrived at the job, there was no room for more then one truck to pull onto the property, the house is right on the highway, it's a 2 lane road with NO shoulder, do we park in the lane or do we unsafely pull sideways on a large grade, trucks weigh 58,000 lbs, would that be... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 19, 2018

Find a nearby area where you can pulloff and wait. It'd be ok to wait with flashers on if you were going to offload in a couple of minutes--if you are sitting there longer the law would say, couldn't you sit somewhere else?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Driving without a Valid Driver's License in Colorado

I was recently pulled over for speeding, in Colorado (I live in MO), and discovered I was driving without a valid DL. My license was suspended for points a few months ago. The suspension period has been over for some time but I was not aware I had to pay a reinstatement fee and file an SR-22... View More

Russell Hebets
Russell Hebets
answered on Jan 29, 2018

If you reinstate your driving privilege prior to your court appearance, you will likely be offered a 0 point violation with a minimum fine and no further repercussions.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: I was the victim of an auto accident where my car was struck by another driver. Question involves careless driving.

The police officer who arrived filled out an accident report where he cited the other driver for careless driving, but no summons was issued. Since no summons was issued was the other driver given an actual citation for careless driving, and if so, what penalty would have that driver suffered?... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 17, 2018

Penalty is usually points, fine. If you were hurt you need to contact a member of the Colo. Assn for Justice--they give free consults.

As far as your claim, the fact the officer felt the other driver was careless (which in citation language means more than inadvertent) will be significant...
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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: if you have an accident and no police are called and both parties exchange information can a ticket be issued?

Both parties exchanged info and spoke both agreeed not to call police and let insurance handle it.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Dec 23, 2017

As long as your insurance doesn't require you notify police--but one or the other or both may.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: If I was cited at the crash, if I go to court can I win the case or will it cost me more to fight the ticket?

unsafe passing on right, work truck turned from left lane to go into private driveway and hit me I was in the right lane.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Dec 23, 2017

Plead not guilty and fight it. If you were hurt you may have a cliam--contact a member of the Colorado Assn for Justice--they give free consults.

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Colorado on
Q: Who's fault is it if a bicyclist is hit going against traffic on the sidewalk at high speeds crossing a enrtyway?

I just hit (bumped) a bicyclist who was crossing the entry way going against traffic downhill at high speeds. He popped out in front of my car before I even knew he was there. He was fine, a scraped knee, no bike damage and was just about to head home after I checked on him, until a busy body... View More

Samuel Ventola
Samuel Ventola
answered on Sep 14, 2017

I sympathize with you because you wouldn't normally be looking for somebody coming against traffic and at a high rate of speed on the sidewalk. I'd say the bicyclist was at least part at fault, but that doesn't mean somebody couldn't conclude you were also at fault. I'm... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Looking For Advice On A Non-Contact Accident I Was In. I Also Was Driving Under A Suspended Licence.

I Was Involved In A Non- Contact Accident Involving A Mortcycle. And On Top Of That I Was Driving Under A Suspended Licence. It Was About 8:30 At Night When I Was Approaching A Roundabout Intersection And I Faild To Yield Because I Didnt See Anybody Approaching. My Windows Are A Little Tinted And... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 11, 2017

It's worth your getting an attorney, because no matter how creative I or any defense counsel can be about the accident, you were in the seat when you had a suspension. This generally --even without crashes--suggests to the judge that he needs to use a 2x4 to get the point across. So you are... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Colorado on
Q: Insurance is asking for more than what accident is worth, what should I do?

I got into an accident in Sept. 2016, it was my fault. There was a white mini-van in front of me (1996 cadillac deville) on a right turn (with it's own turning lane) out of a shopping center that was going for it, and suddenly slammed on the breaks. I let go of my breaks, so I slowly rolled... View More

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Aug 30, 2017

Based on your question I assume that you do not have insurance (which is required...). If you do have insurance, the valuation is something that your insurance company handles. If you do not have insurance, you can request documentation related to valuation. There might be something that can be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: I was pulled over Friday at 6:15 a.m. in Pueblo County. The state patrol pulled over 4 cars all at once.

I was the 2nd car. I received an illegal pass an speeding in a construction zone. Can I fight the speeding ticket as I wasn't the car clocked?

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Aug 27, 2017

You can always challenge any ticket. Whether you can present sufficient evidence to overturn the ticket is a wholly different matter... Note, the an officer can legally estimate your speed based on more than just a radar gun reading.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Laws in Colorado relating to underglow lights on a car. Please no links, I would like to hear from a person.
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 6, 2017

Why not pay for a consultation if you don't want links. You want someone to write an essay on underglow lights as to what? Why not tell us what you want? Better yet, talk to DMV about your issue.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: I was recently cited in Colorado for driving while my license is suspended. What should I do? A Court date has been set
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Jul 26, 2017

You can contact (and likely hire) an attorney to review your options. Justia's Q&A cannot provide legal advice or recommendations.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Colorado has a hold on my drivers license for a 4 yr old camera ticket, what can be done?

Tried to get a duplicate ID, as mine was destroyed, and found out there was a hold on my license from CO. Called and apparently I was issued a camera ticket 4 years ago. No letter was ever received, nothing. What can be done about this.

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Jul 21, 2017

Your options are: pay the ticket or challenge the ticket in court.

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: I received a vehicle violation fine in the mail from a remote camera from Colorado. Do I have to pay it?

Does the state of Texas protect me from these out of state, camera related traffic practices?

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Jul 13, 2017

Yes.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Can a tow company charge you to recover your belongings out of the car that was repossessed?

I've read all over the Internet that they cannot do that but nothing states whether or not that is true in Colorado I would like to know before I go and try to resolve it.

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Jul 6, 2017

No, you cannot be charged for retrieving personal property from a repo-ed vehicle. The items cannot be removed or collected (up to a time limit of presumed abandonment). If it is a problem, send a certified letter requesting the materials back. If this fails, contact the state AG's office.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: I got 2 speeding tickets from Iowa in the past. I moved to Colorado, does my record start over or does it follow?

They are paid and from a while ago but hasn't been long enough for them to be off my Iowa record yet.

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Jun 27, 2017

Yes and no. Colorado, like most states, only tracks current traffic infractions for instate violations for current state license holders. However, if you are required to provide your driving record, most places request a record for a period of years (usually 4-6 years). As a result, you will likely... View More

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Q: I was issued a court summons for speeding but was not asked to sign where requested, am I exempt from penalty?

In the space provided to sign on the ticket, the officer wrote "Valid CO D.L".

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Jun 20, 2017

No.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: I sold a vehicle that was totaled before the new buyer registered it. Am I still liable for impound fees and damages?

Sold a jeep to my ex. Her boyfriend rolled it a few times with no plates and no insurance. He had no permission to drive the jeep. Since I'm still technically the owner, am I liable for the impound fees and any damages he caused?

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on Jun 15, 2017

A lawyer will need to review all the specifics to make a determination. As a general rule, if the seller and buyer signed bill of sale AND the seller proceeded to remove the car from the seller's name (e.g. cancelling insurance, removing license plates, etc.) the liability should not pass to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: How can someone clear up really old stuff on their DMV while they are in prison so they can start over when they get out

I'm mostly asking about Colorado.

I know in California he could have records file a 41500 filing, but how would he do that in Colorado?

I'm NOT asking about sealing their record but clearing it up so they can get a license when they get out so they can earn a living.

Tristan Kenyon Schultz
Tristan Kenyon Schultz
answered on May 16, 2017

Are you asking about sealing records? If so, Colorado does not allow traffic offenses to be sealed.

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