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There was no radar used and when the officer asked if I knew how fast I was going, I said "I don't know, 75 or 80" and the officer wrote that I admitted to 80. Doesn't that amount to self-incrimination? I was not read my rights. Also, the ticket states that I was doing 80 in... View More 
answered on Sep 21, 2018
The rights I assume you refer to are the Miranda Warnings. Those do not apply for two reasons: You were not in custody, and a speeding ticket is not a criminal charge, it is a Civil Infraction. If the area had a 70 MPH speed limit, then that is a significant issue, because that makes a... View More
I was pulled over for doing 83 in a 70 and the officer clearly told me he was only going to give me a warning but it turned out to be a ticket for double parking. I’m glad it doesn’t put points on my record but still says I have to pay $145. What should I do?
answered on Aug 27, 2018
You got a big break. Pay the ticket for double parking and be happy you won't be getting points. In fact, nothing at all will go on your driving record, so long as you pay the ticket on time. If you contest it, they will probably amend the ticket to charge you with the speeding charge, so... View More
I have the money to buy the car. ALSO How would I get my License Plate?
answered on Aug 22, 2018
it's unlikely that a car dealer will sell to you alone, without an adult, because minors may void a contract until their 18th birthday. But, if they do, the dealer will apply for the plate for you. You are not required to be a licensed driver to purchase a car, but you have to be licensed... View More
I never forgot before.
I have been driving over 30 years. Nothing, not even as much as a parking ticket.
Extremely bad year, a lot of stress. Spent my birthday depressed and crying all day. Never thought about my tag.
I have paid the late fee.
I personally know... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2018
Contact the court within the time period stated on the ticket. Tell them you want to have an Informal Hearing, or Pre-trial, depending on how the ticket is written. The ticket should be marked as to if it is a Civil Infraction (CI) or Misdemeanor (Misd). There should be instructions for... View More
Officer said that I probably did not know why he stopped me, but in Michigan it is a serious offence, a misdemeanor, if I do not change the lane or slow down when police car is on the side of the road. I said that I am sorry and I rally did not know about that law. He did not give me any ticket... View More
answered on Aug 12, 2018
Failure to yield to an emergency vehicle is a misdemeanor in Michigan punishable by a fine of up to $500.00 and/or imprisonment for up to 90 days. If the officer didn’t give you a ticket, then you got a break.
I was pulled over with out reason, my car was searched without my consent or probable cause, also I was arrested without being read my rights.
answered on Jul 26, 2018
No, officers must have reasonable suspicion of criminal activity to pull you over. If you feel that your constitutional rights have been violated by the police, you should have an attorney represent you. If you can’t afford one, you can request a court appointed attorney.
It was my mother’s car and I didn’t know about the plates and I couldn’t find any paper work about the insurance. I have to appear in court or pay the tickets in full. $290 each and I can’t afford them.
answered on Jul 26, 2018
If you appear in court and can show proof that the plates are now valid and that you have insurance, the prosecutor may offer a plea deal with reduced charges and fines.
answered on Jul 26, 2018
A regular traffic ticket is a civil infraction so paying it would mean that your pleading responsible to the civil infraction.
What can I do about it
answered on Jul 21, 2018
I'm sorry, but I don't understand your question. If it is a civil infraction, then it is certainly in default, and you just need to pay it. If it is a misdemeanor, then you will have to appear at court, in which case you will be much better off if you hire an attorney to help you. Is... View More
I gave officer my drivers license,registration,insurance. On ticket has wrong make of car,year of car & wrong vin#. Each is clearly shown on registration & insurance
answered on Jul 5, 2018
This kind of errors are called scrivener errors, and they are usually not of much help in fighting a ticket. They might be useful as a bargaining point in a negotiation for a reduction in the charge. Sincerely, Frank B. Ford
I was pulled over for a defective equipment (break light) that was not defective. I know for a fact the police ran my plate and was profiling me and my family. But since there is an error on the ticket can that automatically be dismiss?
answered on May 16, 2018
If everything else on the ticket is correct except for the color of your vehicle, the ticket won’t automatically be dismissed because it contains the wrong color. Substantive issues such as your break light not being defective at the time of the stop would be grounds for a dismissal. However, a... View More
This was my first ticket. The officer said I was doing 48 in a 25 Zone. He wrote the ticket for 5 miles over. I am on a fixed income. I will be going to court next week in Warren Michigan. How do I approach the judge. Is there a way of getting the ticket dismissed? The ticket stated 48 miles over... View More
answered on May 10, 2018
It may difficult to get the ticket dismissed, unless you request a formal hearing and the officer fails to appear. Otherwise you are advised to try to negotiate the ticket down to a lessor offense with fewer points and/or fees. It is well worth the cost to have an attorney appear with you.
Michigan DMV did not allow me to do driver improvement program as I got ticket in Indiana. Indiana DMV did not allow as I have Michigan license.
answered on Apr 30, 2018
If the ticket has been paid, you can’t do anything at this point because you have admitted responsibility for the violation. If a default judgment was entered because you never showed up to address the ticket, you may be able to file a motion to set aside the default judgment, which would allow... View More
I have a valid Florida drivers license and got pulled over in Michigan and went to jail for driving on suspended on Michigan license, I do not have a Michigan drivers license because it's against the law to have more than one drivers license, so I have a Florida license and wrote me for... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2018
Florida can't give you driving privileges in Michigan if Michigan says you can't drive in Michigan. You need to try to fix whatever is keeping you from having a valid Michigan license. Besides, you probably will not be able to renew the Florida license without clearing your Michigan... View More
DUI,suspended license and misdemeanor marijuana
answered on Apr 17, 2018
An arraignment is the first court date in a criminal case. The defendant will be informed of the charges being brought and have an opportunity to plead guilty or not guilty to each charge. The court will also determine whether the defendant is eligible to be released on bond and the amount of such... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2018
An arraignment is the first court date in a criminal case. The defendant will be informed of the charges being brought and have an opportunity to plead guilty or not guilty. The court will also determine whether the defendant is eligible to be released on bond and the amount of such bond. If the... View More
I got a speeding ticket in Utica on Sunday. The cop wrote it as 50 in a 45, but actual clocked speed was 63 in a 45 and he wrote that in the remarks. It was on M59 right before it turns into freeway. I had a ticket last May that the cop wrote as impeding (was actually speeding, I just paid it)... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2018
You may request a formal hearing with or without a lawyer. That is your best (and likely only) way to avoid points.
My boyfriend got pulled over for expired tabs with a suspended license. He is on parole, ending in two months, for a DUI, all in Bay County Michigan.
answered on Apr 4, 2018
He may be facing some jail time for this, and could get his parole (or is it probation?) revoked and have jail or prison time for the violation. He needs to get an experienced traffic/DUI attorney in that area immediately. If he has done any jail time on the previous Driving While Suspended... View More
He marked C/i disregard stop sign and marked waring for no proof of insurance but actually i had it on my car.
answered on Mar 20, 2018
Take your ticket to court and ask that the ticket be set for a "Formal Hearing". The court will set a date and send you notice.
If you have your insurance declaration page showing that you had insurance on that vehicle on the date that you were pulled over, present that proof to... View More
If i use the speaker system that i installed on my car or I even sound the siren for a brief second could I️ get in trouble in Michigan?
answered on Mar 20, 2018
The use of a siren is a violation of the Michigan Vehicle Code, unless you are an emergency vehicle or your car is licensed as a historical vehicle and you are in a parade.
257.706 Horn or other warning device; siren, whistle, air horn, or bell; theft alarm signal device.
Sec. 706.... View More
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