So I was driving in Mayfield to go get my shot for covid. I didn't want to be late so I was going a bit faster than I should (confident it was 40 in a 35, maybe 42). There was a officer in a drive facing the road so I slowed down to 36. He pulls out and follows behind me for a few minutes till... View More 
answered on May 19, 2021
I think you are overthinking it. He would have pulled you over, if he was going to give you a ticket.
I have appeared 1 time to plead NG. The court set a 2nd date for plea/trial. I appeared again ready for trial but was only given yet ANOTHER court date. Is this legal?
answered on May 19, 2021
There is no set standard. It depends on where you are, the exact charge, underlying facts, presiding judge etc. Maybe 2-3, maybe 7-8. From what you describe, it sounds like the prosecuting agency requested a continuance of the trial. That is legal. For a more detail analysis of your situation... View More
Like it was my b/f car my buddy was driving we was in dollar general someone called said someone was getting high in parking lot. officer came in store we was only ppl there and asked me to step out to talk to him. mind you i was pretty messed up why i wasnt driving they asked whos car/owner etc.... View More
answered on May 13, 2021
When you say dus, are you referring to driving under a suspension? For any charge, the state has the burden of proof. If they lack the evidence to prove that you were driving it sounds like you need to fight the charge. Doing this by yourself can be very difficult. I recommend finding a... View More
Reports or witnesses statements. How can I view them for my defense?
Yes I never knew he didn't have his license. This makes no sense to me why not just take the test follow the rules. Young and wild. He bought a car with extra COVID relief $$ and was able to add to the insurance we have Progressive. Please any advice would be greatly appreciated to help me... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2021
I seriously doubt the insurance company is going to pay anything since one of the conditions in their contracts is only licensed drivers.
I was given a seat belt ticket told i had a suspended license the suspend license was thrown out as I proved my license Wasnt suspended and that suspension had been lifte
answered on Mar 4, 2021
Your question is difficult to follow. But, cases are very often dismissed at defendant's cost, which can result in an outstanding bill even for a dismissed case.
I am 17 and haven’t had any other violations before. It has been 18 days since receiving the ticket
answered on Feb 2, 2021
Given the issues with USPS, I would call the Municipal Court Clerk to see if any date has been set.
In Cleveland they recently made it known (through a flyer attached to my ticket) that I can plead guilty and not get any points as opposed to pleading no contest and getting points on my license. It was for not making a complete stop at a stop sign.
answered on Feb 2, 2021
It sounds like they are offering you to plead to a lesser offense, such as a non-moving violation. If you receive enough points, your license may be suspended and your insurance rates may go up, or you may be dropped by your carrier. You should speak to an attorney about your specific case, but I... View More
It is an ovi charge
answered on Dec 12, 2020
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks and time is probably very much of the essence in your actions. If you have not already done so, you should consider reaching out to an Ohio criminal defense attorney. Only an Ohio attorney is qualified to advise you on... View More
My boyfriend used my vehicle to move some things from a house we were moving out of. The owner called the police said we were stealing the items. my boyfriend was pulled over, the impounded the car and when we called to get my car out of impound they said that it had a holder on it threw the... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2020
As the prosecutor said, you must get a lawyer and sue, although the government might have some immunity from having to pay you. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local litigation attorney who can advise you.
In 2016, I was ticketed with a “failure to yield; left turn” ticket for an accident I believed I was innocent of. I couldn’t afford to fight it, so decided to wait it out. 2018, I got rear ended and charged w driving under suspension from failure to pay. 2020, personal circumstances strong... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2020
You need to go to the clerk's offices at the court(s) involved and get the release to give to the BMV.
I refused at first, but he demanded my whole number. Is this legal?
answered on Nov 10, 2020
You mean can he ask you for your complete social security number? Sure he can ask.
I was stop cop asked if I was on probation and who my probation officer was and called her and told her that what had happen on the spot
answered on Nov 10, 2020
Yes, the police can tell your probation officer that they stopped you.
Will they take away my liscence? Give me a ticket? Or make me take an additional driving class? Also would they drug test me?
answered on Oct 19, 2020
All of those penalties are up to the judge, who will likely feel that an inexperienced driver going 80 mph is totally irresponsible, and endangers the lives of others. Driving is a privilege, not a right, so when you endanger others, expect not to be driving for a while. Use the Find a Lawyer tab... View More
I received a radar ticket in the mail (Ohio) where the operating officer did not sign the ticket. I currently plan on paying the $100, although everything I have read seems to state that the issuing officer needs to sign the ticket. Do I have a chance if I contest it or am I just going to annoy a... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2020
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks and time could be of the essence. As a general matter across the nation, those types of technicalities (signature, small errors in color of car, description, misspelling of names, etc.) tend to be insignificant and are... View More
The cop sits in a private driveway to watch for people turning on red during the “no turn on red” times.
Other possible arguments I was thinking of using were that he didn’t have permission to sit in the private driveway by the owner, or that my clock was fast (which it is, it helps me be on time).
answered on Jun 29, 2020
You can call the municipal court clerk where the ticket was issued, and they should be able to tell you the fine, and court costs/fees, if applicable.
Someone cut me off in vehicle in an Arby’s parking lot, stopped in front of me and wouldn’t let me through, so I had to lay on my horn to get them to move. After they moved and began flicking me off, I had to follow them around the corner because it was the only way out that I knew of. They... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2020
Yes, they could possibly find your address or track you down. This sort of thing is how road rage escalates to tragic outcomes - even blowing your horn, or especially gesturing at them, could be dangerous. Everyone is tense. Do not engage with other drivers in traffic. Avoid eye contact. They... View More
Or does he only have to be present if I choose to fight the ticket
answered on May 11, 2020
Officers typically attend the hearing to testify about the facts. That is your opportunity to dispute the facts. The judge or magistrate will decide. If you pay the ticket before the hearing, the hearing will be cancelled. Call the court with questions on the process it follows. Your parent or... View More
I was flashed by a traffic light camera for going through the same intersection on Interstate 35 (Yea they have a traffic light on an interstate) on my way to work in Dayton Ohio. There has been much controversy over the legality of these type of citations. One was on Sept. 22, 2014 and I... View More
answered on May 5, 2020
The statute of limitations is the time after an offense during which it must be charged. That happened way back when they sent you the tickets. They’re now in collection it sounds like. Ask the law firm for written proof of the debt. It’s your right under the fair debt collection practices act.... View More
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