at the border iam suspended failure to appear . i had been to that court house numerous times she seen my copy i just wanted to take care of it before we went back to arizona,we called her before the and on the court date here exact words were its your lucky day . i have my ticket still and can... View More
answered on May 7, 2017
You will need to either pay the fine and/or have your case reviewed. If you go the review route, you may need an attorney in the county where the ticket was issued (an attorney will also allow you to not have to return to Colorado for most or all matters related to the ticket).
I purchased them from autozone not realizing they might be illegal in Colorado. Although they're slightly tinted the plate numbers and registration stickers are easily visible. The main reason I bought them is to prevent someone from stealing my registration sticker. Unfortunately I have been... View More
answered on May 4, 2017
Colorado does not have a specific prohibition against covers, however, license plates and the registration stickers must be visible and without obstruction per Colorado law. This leaves a cover's legality to the discretion of the police officer. If you want to avoid a ticket, do not install a... View More
My fine is $270 and I was supposed to do 24 hour community service but I could not afford my ID nor my fine because I have to give my landlord. $4,000 before the sheriff comes and kicks me and my husband out
answered on Apr 25, 2017
Every case is unique, but the following will likely occur. A warrant will be issued and the sentence may be modified to require jail time. If this involved a driving offense, your license will be revoked, and the waiting period for re-application will not begin until the sentence is served.
Will I be extradited back to Colorado (now in Wisconsin) for not reporting to jail to start my 4 month work release sentence? (Say after a random traffic stop/etc. here in WI)
The sentence was for being terminated (revocated) on probation for failing to follow terms for 1 year of probation... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2017
If you are stopped it is very likely that the warrant will be found. The information about the warrant should note whether extradition from another state is sought. If so you will be held for extradition to Colorado. It is unusual, but not unheard, for a state to extradite a person for a... View More
I was just wondering because I thought the age of 18 you record got sealed from when you were a juvenile I got pulled over for no drivers license no registration no insurance and I never went to court for it
answered on Apr 12, 2017
Traffic offenses are not sealed. I can only assume that a clerical error occurred or the police did not file the ticket. Tickets do not disappear after a period of time. You can investigate to see if the ticket is still recorded (and pay it) or you wait and see if anything happens. As a warning, if... View More
Was pulled over for suspended license. Never knew it was suspended, and then found out it was because of a miscommunication between the court and dmv so they reinstated it. My court date is in 2 days should i be worried
answered on Apr 11, 2017
If the suspension was an error, you will need to prove the error occured at the hearing.
answered on Apr 10, 2017
Contact the CO DMV to see what was the cause for the license suspension. First you must clear the cause of the suspension. There is usually a wait time and you have to take the written test (and occasionally the driving test) again.
I need to know where to look for this information? Its obviously a fact that judges and cops profit off of traffic tickets. How can I find the information about the particular court where I need to appear?
answered on Apr 10, 2017
Colorado does not work from a fines pay for the legal system model. Judges/magistrates are paid a fixed salary by the State of Colorado regardless of the number of cases that are processed (or not). Some police departments follow a quota system for officers generating tickets. The financial... View More
The fine is out of Morgan County fore $180 in 2000. I came home to a letter from the Colorado DMV saying if it wasn't paid by May they would revoke my license. Why wouldn't they have done something sooner if this was an unpaid fine? I honestly dont remember the ticket its been 17 years. I... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2017
It is not the original fine that is the issue, it is the non-payment that is the problem. Your license can be revoked for non-payment of fines. It is possible that you did not receive notice prior to the letter, but you clearly have notice now. If you did not receive proper notice you can request... View More
I want to resolve situation..asap. I WAS told to send email to Deputy Clerk asking Judge,etc. For trial by phone. I AM UNSURE WHAT to say OR HOW to do this?HELP.
answered on Apr 5, 2017
First, you may want to talk to a lawyer in Alamosa who can handle paperwork in Colorado and give advice along the process.
If you want to not use a lawyer, you will first need to contact the applicable police department about settling the warrant. Before you call the contact the courts,... View More
I wrote a letter to warden to be released what are my rights regarding this
answered on Mar 27, 2017
It is possible for a judge to require jail time for a traffic violation. While this practice is subject to legal challenge in some states (usually via ACLU challenges), there is not clear rule preventing the practice. The warden has no power to nullify a sentence without a court order or... View More
I was driving along at night when a car pulled out behind me and rode my bumper. This was an aggressive driver I tried to put a little distance between me and them, but they stayed within about 2 feet of my bumper. They followed me through s topsign without stopping or signaling. I decided to go... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2017
Yes, citations can--and are--posted after the incident. For most traffic violations, the applicable police agency has up to 1 year to report the incident. If the citation occurs after the police stop, you should receive a registered letter to the address listed on your driver's license. Note,... View More
Is it better to pay the 200 fine and have the points dropped to 4 or go to court? How many points does he have on his license at 16 years old? He received his license 10/21/16. Thank you.
answered on Mar 22, 2017
For a driver under 18 years old, a license will be suspended if: (1) 6 points or more are accrued in 12 months or (2) 7 points or more are accrued at any time under the age of 18.
It is your decision if you want to pay the ticket or fight it in court. Two things to note: (1) do not... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2017
Pay the ticket or request a hearing for the ticket. All the information should be listed on the ticket you received.
If you are facing criminal charges (i.e. not a simple fine, but jail time), you should have an opportunity to hire or request a public defender.
I was in an accident on my way to work. It was 7am, -40 degrees and the roads were nothing but ice. I am not from Colorado originally. I came from Florida. It was a posted speed limit of 35 with a suggested 15. I was driving between 15 and 20, and to what I believed to be extremely cautious. My... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2017
You have reasonable grounds to challenge the ticket. Most people do not hire lawyers to challenge tickets for money reasons, but a lawyer can make the whole process easier. This is a link to a NOLO book about challenging tickets:... View More
Moved out of state 4 years ago and turned in my Colorado license for new states license. While visiting Colorado last week, received a traffic citation based on my old Colorado driver's license number, address, etc.
Is this grounds for dismissing the charges in court?
answered on Mar 13, 2017
No this is not grounds for dismissal. I do not understand how the state would tie the ticket to your old info., unless it was a photo-radar ticket. It is highly recommended that you attend to this matter within the time frame allotted. With computers and cross-state exchanges of information, the... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2017
That is a personal decision.
If it is a simple violation it may be easier (and cheaper) to simply pay the ticket. If there is a hearing for say a DUI or reckless driving you should seriously consider a hiring a lawyer. As for the immigration issue, the hearing may result in a notification... View More
I'm trying to figure out if I should fight this ticket. I was going 41 in a 30, but slowing down before the officer pulled me over. This is my first time being pulled over since I got my liscence (about 6 years ago) and never had a warning. She gave me a $160 ticket, and pulled me over right... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2017
You can fight the ticket. The two most successful approaches are either: (1) the speed was reasonable under the circumstances or (2) there was a technical defect in the clocking of your speed. There are other potential claims, but these seldom--if ever--work. The fact you were slowing down is more... View More
There are many errors on my ticket and Miranda rights were not read to me .
answered on Feb 28, 2017
The errors on the ticket may or may not make a difference in your case. It depends on the nature of the errors. Regarding the officers' failure to read you your Miranda rights, that failure may be of more consequences depending on whether you were BOTH in custody and subjected to... View More
I misplaced my California driver license, which I obtained in August of 1986. I went to the DMV to get a new one and was told that I had a suspension in Colorado. I contacted Colorado's Dept. of Revenue and was told it was under suspension and there would be a $95 fee required to re-instate... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2017
I understand the surprise. You can challenge the suspension, but you will need evidence of payment (beyond recollection) and you might have to appear in Colorado. I know it is not fair, but it may be cheaper and faster to simply pay the fee in Colorado. There are no formal procedures to waive the... View More
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