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3 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: I got pulled over and I did not have my wallet on me and that has everything meaning insurance card and my license and

The rez cop told me that his printer was not working and that I was sighted for no insurance,( I do have insurance) no seat belt and speeding when I know that I was not going over 60 cuz I did have my cruise on,but the rez cop said that I was going 68 but he brought it down to 64 in a 55. That I... View More

William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Sep 7, 2020

You should have a lawyer help keep all of this off your record or you’ll end up paying increased insurance.

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Q: What to expect for going 171 mph in a 60 in friedley MN on 694
William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Aug 29, 2020

You should expect to face a serious criminal charge. You need an attorney right away.

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Q: The answers I am getting to my questions are not helping.

1000 words is not enough to go into major details on my situation. I've tried to be straight to the point and all answers are I get require me to respond and I cant respond to the original question. How can I get answers before sept 4th?

William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Aug 29, 2020

Contacting an attorney directly will get you far more information than this website.

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Q: I asked a question a couple weeks ago on 2 tickets from 8 and 9 yrs ago.

The answer a lawyer gave me was to contact drivers diversion program. I did contact them they are unable to help me due to a judgement I had against me that has since expired and will not be re issued. In fact the judgement can not be found in the court system. I believe I paid somewhere around... View More

William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Aug 27, 2020

This depends on the jurisdiction, who the prosecutor is, and who the judge is.

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Q: I was speeding 70 in a 55 and a police officer was going the opposite direction and turned around and sat on the side -

Road, i never saw any light and I never got pulled over, can I recive a ticket in the mail if he got my plate?

William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Aug 27, 2020

You could, but it doesn't seem likely given the circumstances you have described.

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Q: In my citation ticket COP typed my First name incorrect, one letter missing.Do i need to pay fine? or this will cancel

My GPS going crazy , i just moved extreme right lane and fixed in no time and moving. Looks like 3 cars behind COP car and he followed and gave me a citation saying Stopped-Parked in roadway. I did not argue with him . When i checked my Citation , he typed my first name incorrect, one letter... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Aug 24, 2020

A typo is not going to get you out from under this ticket. Paying the ticket is the equivalent of a guilty plea so decide accordingly.

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Q: WhAt can I espect to happen if it says crim/traf mandatory. Its For a speeding ticket. He said I was going 45 over limit
William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Aug 18, 2020

It sounds like you are facing a misdemeanor which is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and/or up to $1,000 in fines. Additionally, if you were going over 100 MPH, you risk losing your license for at least 6 months. You should have an attorney assist you with this case.

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Q: WhAt can I espect to happen if it says crim/traf mandatory

For a speeding ticket. I was on my way to work cause I had to watch my 3 month old son until his momma got home so I was running late. I got into the left lane and the road split ahead and their was a line of cars I had to get infront of so I didnt miss my turn. So I sped up enough to get infront... View More

William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Aug 14, 2020

That depends upon more of the details of the ticket, including how much over the limit, and where it was. Crim/Traffic/Mandatory basically means it isn't a civil matter.

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Q: A Dimler conviction was sent to MN DPS by the court. Does DPS just ignore the conviction sent to them?

I took a speeding ticket to court via Zoom. An accused before me was took a speeding reduction from 75 to 65 in a 60 zone. While I was waiting for my turn, I noticed on the MNCIS that the previous conviction was sent to DPS. When my turn came up, I was offered a similar reduction plea (69-60), but... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Aug 11, 2020

It does not get reported to DPS so long as you plead guilty to nine (or less) over the speed limit and you do not have a commercial license.

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Q: Could a prosecutor amend a speeding ticket that was reduced, if I contest it?

I was stopped by a state trooper for speeding and was issued a ticket for 9 mile over the limit, noting that the trooper claimed I was going faster.. I have a clean driving record and do not want a conviction. I am unemployed due to COVID and cannot afford a lawyer. If I contest this hoping to get... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Aug 10, 2020

It is unlikely that the prosecutor would amend the ticket simply because you set the matter on for a court hearing to try and keep the matter off of your record. However, I would expect that if you were unable to resolve the matter and it was set for trial that the ticket could be amended.

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Q: Driving tickets from 8 and 9 years ago.

I recieved 2 tickets for driving after suspension one in 2011 and one in 2012. I have a feeling i paid them but do not have any proof of payment. I also had a judegement against me which now has expired and received a letter from the lawyers office that they are not going to reinstate the... View More

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Aug 8, 2020

Give Diversion Solutions a call, and ask about their DRIVER’S LICENSE REINSTATEMENT PROGRAM. Also, do a web search and check out their site. They help people who owe court fines get their Minnesota Driver's Licenses back.

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Q: Can I receive a ticket in the mail?

I got pulled over tonight the officer thought I was going to fast. He did not tell me how fast he did not know. He said I would be getting something in the mail. He did not explain what I would be getting. Seems a little off to me.

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 30, 2020

Yes, you can get a ticket in the mail. It happens all the time. However, it does seem unusual that he wouldn’t tell you how fast you were speeding. Look for the ticket in the mail and the contact an attorney.

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Q: I was pulled over at 11:02pm by a state trooper on I35. He claimed to be following me for 2 miles. But his head lights

Were off until he initiated the stop. He also said my speed was between 70-75mph and never gave me a definite speed . The he said he would bring it down to 65mph. Would either of these things help my case against the speeding ticket he gave me?

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Jul 29, 2020

Those facts alone don't sound like enough for a defense win. But when we work up a defense case, we seek every fact. Then we analyze all the facts for potential defenses that could win the case. If the your goal is to keep it off your driver's license record, and if the officer... View More

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Q: How long does a officer have to issue a citation? I recieved one 27 days later and for the wrong car and time.
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 21, 2020

Twenty-seven days isn’t a violation of any statute of limitations. But the errors might help you if you contest the ticket.

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Q: I was going 19 over the speed limit in Freeborn County, MN. Can I successfully request a continuance for dismissal?

I have been driving 7+ years and this is my first offense. I was on the highway and the speed limit was 70mph.

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 18, 2020

The decision to offer a CFD is up to the prosecuting attorney. CFDs are far less common outside the metro and the likelihood that a CFD would be offered when you were 19 mph over the speed limit is unlikely unless there is some evidentiary issue in the case. You might be able to negotiate the... View More

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Q: What is the limit For being over the speed limit for receiving a continuance on a speeding Ticket in Ramsey county MN

I was going 26 over and would like to know if I am eligible for a continuance for dismissal on my ticket

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 17, 2020

Anyone is eligible for a CFD, but given that you were 26 over, it is incredibly unlikely that you would receive a CFD unless there are serious evidentiary issues with the government's case against you. It also depends on your driving record as well. You don't indicate in your question... View More

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Q: I was pulled over for speeding .then he proceed to give me poss of pot in motor vehicle ticket ?never gave speedticket

because his probable cause was speed he never gave me ticket for speeding?does that make his other tickets against me n case illegal in court?

William Bailey
William Bailey
answered on Jul 13, 2020

Unfortunately, no. The officer may use your speed to provide a reason to stop you and ultimately decide not to cite you for it. His decision not to cite you for your speed does not invalidate the marijuana possession ticket.

You will want to have the assistance of an attorney in fighting...
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Q: If I pay my 64 in a 55 speeding ticket I don’t have to go to court?
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 8, 2020

Correct. But just paying the ticket is the same as a guilty plea and you will end up with a conviction.

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Q: I received a speeding ticket. The officer's name is not on the citation in the 'Trooper/CVI Name' block. Badge # is.

Does an issuing officers name have to be on a citation to make it legal? I did not get the officer's name and it is not in the 'name' block of the citation. The trooper's badge number is. Can a state trooper legally give a speeding citation on a county road? This occurred in... View More

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Jun 24, 2020

In general, typos and irregularities on a citation can be fixed later by a prosecutor. As for jurisdiction issues, those sometimes can create an opportunity for a defense win. But that will depend upon the facts and circumstances in the case. I like the fighting spirit! If possible, get help... View More

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Q: Online Dvs says my license is valid but is it valid to law enforcement

I thought I was suspended but it says on driver and vehicle services that I’m valid. Is that what law enforcement see’s if they check the status of my dL?

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jun 9, 2020

Law enforcement is going to see what shows on the DVS website. As far as I am aware it is the same database.

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