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Q: I'm on one-year divert ends mid September. I got pulled over in end of August court date October do I have to pay both

I'm on a one-year ends mid September. I got pulled over end of August court date. Ismy until October do I still have to pay both tickets? Or is my one year divert good

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 25, 2023

The one year diversion may be terminated (or not) bc of the new ticket. You probably need a lawyer to handle both and resolve both to avoid possible license and insurance issues.

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Q: I got a ticket for reckless driving and permit violation. I had my drivers test the next day. Am I looking at jail time?

I have a clean record but I got into a wreck the day before my drivers test. I didn’t have anyone with me while I was driving home to get documentation to take my test because I didn’t have anyone to take me or ride with me. I got charged with reckless driving and a permit violation. What... View More

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Jul 30, 2023

If you only got charged with a permit, violation and reckless, driving, you may not be looking at jail time. If they charged you with driving without an operators license, there is some potential. It also depends on your age and on your driving record. I would hire an experienced criminal defense... View More

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Q: Yesterday I got pulled over and took to jail for speeding and passing in a no passing zone 82 in a 55

This cop is the only one that bothers me he's pulled me over multiple. Times he left me in the back of patrol car for 30 min with no air or window down and he turned from I could take u to jail to get out the car u going to jail cause I said I'm going check my phone to see if my GPS was... View More

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jul 9, 2023

Passing in a "no passing zone" and going 82 in a 55 mph posted zone are traffic infractions. You can hire a traffic ticket attorney to represent you. The cop that is "bothering" you is probably assigned to patrol that area for traffic violations, which you admit you are... View More

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Q: I’m 19 years old I’ve never had anything on my record I just got my first speeding ticket 68 in a 35 what will they do?
Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Feb 13, 2023

It depends what county you’re in. You need to hire an experienced defense attorney in that county. You may have an opportunity to knock it down and do a traffic safety program. You do not just want to walk in and plead to this ticket because you could lose your license.

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Q: No Insurance, Expired Tags, and License to be in Possession.

I was pulled over, due to having expired tags. My fiancé was the driver (while I was in the passenger seat) and my fiancè did not have their license on them. After the State Trooper asked for my proof of insurance, I was unable to provide that as I am not ensured (I did not notify the State... View More

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Jan 16, 2023

I would hire an experienced attorney and your chances of getting a better outcome on the case will be improved. There are many factors including previous driving record etc. I don't think jail is likely but there can be license suspension and fines. Jail typically only comes into play if... View More

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Q: I got a ticket for speeding 20 mph over. I missed my court date, what should I do?
Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Jan 16, 2023

Call an attorney and have them get your case back on the docket. Depending on the county and your driving record you may be eligible for a local driver license program online or state traffic school. If you don't address missing court your license can be suspended.

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Q: I have court coming up and this is my 3rd time there for speeding. Will I do jail time??

I wasn’t speeding the 2nd or 3rd time, and I don’t have a license because I’m waiting for my green card (very long process), I feel targeted. I pay all the fines, but I’m worried I will go to jail this time since it’s my 3rd court date for the exact same offense (speeding)

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Jan 3, 2023

You cannot go to jail for just speeding. If you have any other charges it is possible. If you are driving on a suspended license you are certainly at risk. I would hire an experienced attorney to help you.

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Q: How can I get my license back after 5,yrs ? Paid fines.

My license was suspended and I have never gotten them back. Can you advise?

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Dec 28, 2022

I would start by going to the Dept Of Transportation website and getting a driver record. If it looks clean and you should be able to go to the drivers license branch to get a new license. If it’s not clean you can call them and they should be able to tell you what is wrong.

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Q: Can officers or deputy write ticket simply because they become angry??

Detained for loud exhaust deputy took my license and insurance ran my info and returned documents to me. proceeded to explain the reason an that its illegal to have a loud car. I asked what statute number that law was officer stated " i dont know" i replied " you dont know" he... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 8, 2022

No. However, if you have broken the law snd they weren’t going to cite you for it, you probably should not have asked bc even if he got ad snd changed his mind, if you’ve broken the law and he cites you, the citation is valid.

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Q: Can officers or deputy write ticket simply because they become angry??

Detained for loud exhaust deputy took my license and insurance ran my info and returned documents to me. proceeded to explain the reason an that its illegal to have a loud car. I asked what statute number that law was officer stated " i dont know" i replied " you dont know" he... View More

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Nov 29, 2022

An officer cannot write a ticket simply because they are angry but if you have broken any law, including a traffic law they can charge you but they must cite the specific law and the facts and circumstances in a citation

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Q: Got pulled over in Hazard, KY for no insurance, no tags, and failure to wear seat belt. Will I go to jail?

Got pulled over back October 21st and the office gave me a ticket for no tags, no insurance, improper tags, and no seat belt. I’ve NEVER been in any trouble before. They wrote me up for improper tags because they put I was driving a 2012 dodge charger when in reality it was a 2010. ALSO my tags... View More

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Nov 21, 2022

If you have no record it is very unlikely that you will go to jail. You can get a much better resolution on the cases if you end up getting insurance. I would ask the prosecutor for some time for you to obtain insurance on your car. The most important thing is you do not get caught again driving... View More

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Q: What happens when one is pulled over? I had my insurance papers, but my registration wasn't updated.

I did go after to update it, but the paper he gave me with the citation said that it was 'non-payable' and that I had to go to court. What am I expected to do precisely? I've already updated it, but he pulled me over in a different county than my courthouse. Not sure what to expect.

Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
answered on Nov 7, 2022

If that is your only charge you can attend court with your proof or hire a lawyer to go on your behalf. For minor traffic charges usually having proof of getting things fixed is good enough. As the charges go up or if you were charged with speeding you likely want to hire an attorney.

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Q: I got a ticket for not driving insured. With getting insurance, will it be dismissed?

I got my first ticket and I didn't have proof of insurance on the car but I bought it within 5 days later. Will I still have to pay the fine?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 28, 2022

Yes. You will still have to pay the fine and court costs. Probably a $50 fine snd court costs.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: Will I have to go to court?

I reached an intersection slightly before a bus moving opposite of me. I proceed slowly and as I’m driving the bus driver extends the bus arm and puts out the stop sign. I continue because otherwise I will be in the middle of an intersection. He puts his arms up at me and now I’m scared I’ll... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 15, 2022

Highly unlikely that you will receive a ticket after the fact if you weren’t given one at the time. Violation has to be committed in the presence of an officer unless a criminal complaint is signed by a judge, which is highly unlikely.

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Q: Careless Driving and 25 over citation

I was pulled over by a state trooper in Daviess County going 28 miles over the speed limit (83 in a 55, lead foot, I know it was a bad move now). He charged me with driving 25+ above the speed limit and he also charged me with careless driving. It’s not prepayable and I have to appear in court. I... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jul 26, 2022

You need to hire an attorney immediately. Speeding 26 Over or greater is a suspension level ticket and your license can be suspended. Hire a lawyer and see if you can't get the charge amended so you can participate in diversion or traffic school and keep your driver's license.

2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: I have a dui if I get my license back before going to court for a driving on suspended license will they still resuspend

My license? The court date is the day after I'm scheduled to go get my license back.

Anna Aleksander
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Anna Aleksander
answered on Jul 21, 2022

Assuming you can get your license back in Kentucky before going to court this question concerns strategy and you should discuss with a lawyer. If you get your license back you will spend money on a reinstatement fee. That money could be wasted if your license is suspended again. Driving on a DUI... View More

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Q: My daughter was stopped at MSU and her friend left some cabanas in her car the office gave her a ticket.

Is it possible for her to only pay the fines and not have it on her record.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 3, 2022

She may be eligible for a diversion program where after the case can be dismissed and expunged but there is really no mechanism by which she can pay a fine but not have the charge on her record. Hire her an attorney to resolve this for her so she is not negatively impacted.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: If I get pulled over for a traffic violation can a k-9 search the inside of my vehicle without cause or my consent?

And call for female officer to search?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 29, 2023

No. Not without your consent or a search warrant.

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Q: I’m 19 and just got pulled over for having expired tags of 9 months. What are my next steps?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 14, 2023

Fix the tags and take the proof to court.

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Q: Can I fight a speeding ticket from 2006?

I just found out, by LifeLock, that I have an active court case opened in my name. After calling the Kentucky court system, I was informed the case is regarding a speeding ticket from 2006. I moved to Tennessee in 2004, and now reside in Oregon since 2010. I cannot reasonably be physically present... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 12, 2023

Yes. You can.

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