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Q: Can I get in trouble for not showing up to Court for my ticket, even though I never received an official Court date?

I received a speeding ticket in Ohio from a State Highway Patrolman, and the court date was set as TBD. It's been almost a month, and I still have not received a summons. Can I get in trouble for not showing up to Court for my ticket, even though I never received an official Court date?

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Feb 26, 2019

Yes, and its probably already passed...you should call the clerk of courts and inquiry.

2 Answers | Asked in Juvenile Law and Traffic Tickets for Ohio on
Q: My son was pulled over in Athens c going 113 in a 60, zone, they charged him with speeding and juvenile traffic offender

He was on his way to his basketball game, he has never been in trouble before and has 3.0 GPA

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Feb 25, 2019

At a minimum, the court is likely to suspend his license, fine him, and put him on probation for acting recklessly and irresponsibly -- in hopes of making a significant enough impression that he won't risk his life and teh lives of others when he is eventually allowed to drive again.

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Q: Can a police officer be illegally parked on the side of the road to give a speeding ticket?

Can a police officer be illegally parked on the side of the road to give a speeding ticket? He was on the side of the highway with no lights anywhere and his car lights turned off, past sunset, I was wondering how if that would be illegal for me if it’s okay for them to break the law to enforce... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Feb 20, 2019

Yes, they can. Yes, they do. I wish they didn’t too. It is dangerous.

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Q: Hello I'm trying to look my name up for previous court cases that I had. But I never attended. Anyway I can get help?

So I can start by taking the necessary steps to get back on track. Thank you.

Patrick DiChiro
Patrick DiChiro
answered on Jan 27, 2019

YES. WE CAN DO THAT. CALL THE OFFICE AT 216-642-0424 ASK FOR ME OR MY LEGAL ASSISTANT JOHN. IF WE ARE NOT THERE WE WILL CALL BACK.

WE WILL LOOK THEM UP FOR YOU AND THEN YOU CAN DETERMINE WHAT YOU WANT TO DO AND IF YOU WANT TO RETAIN US.

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Q: I received a marked lane violation in ohio 11 months ago. I ran a red light today that had a camera Jail time?
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Jan 23, 2019

There's no possible jail time on a camera ticket.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I was caught doing 74 in a 55 in ohio what will likely happen?

This is my first driving offense. I am 16

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 8, 2019

You will be summoned to go to court, fined, and probably have your license suspended by the judge. You are a new driver with little driving experience. The judge is likely to think that you don't even have enough experience to be driving 55 in a 55, so will think that speeding 20 miles over... View More

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Q: I got a ticket for letting an unlicensed driver drive my car while I had a suspended liense and my mom wont take me

so I just wanna know if I am going to be getting in trouble. correction - license**

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Dec 1, 2018

If you got a ticket for it...most likely for an offense called "wrongful entrustment," then you are already in trouble.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Ohio on
Q: Backgrnd check says open warrant docket says closed w fine due what's correct?

So the court docket dayz case closed background check still shows open warrant who's right?12yrs ol d no license speed

Brian Smith
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answered on Nov 12, 2018

I cannot say without checking with the court. You may want to contact the court so you can talk to them about this. Or you may want to consult with an attorney for help resolving this. What I can say is that, when a warrant is issued, Ohio courts will mark the case as closed until the warrant is... View More

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Q: I got a speeding ticket in Xenia Ohio jurisdiction and they set a court date 4 days after violation, is that allowed?

2 of those 4 days are weekend. Isn't there a required minimum time? I cant afford $160!

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Nov 5, 2018

You can almost certainly get a continuance easily.

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Q: Is it still a 4511.38 violation if the only property damage was to the operator's vehicle?

Car was backed up and went over an embankment into a ditch.

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Nov 5, 2018

The property isn't the way to go, that could be your car, but where does the street or highway end?

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Q: 16-year-old in rush hour stop-and-go traffic on major Cbus interstate, rear ended another driver. Likely consequence?

Nearing an exit, couldn’t stop quickly enough when other driver braked suddenly. No airbag deployment. Bumper nearly off on other car, minimal damage to our car. Uses car to go to school and music lessons. Hearing different recommendations on pleading guilty or not (how can you even say not... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Oct 28, 2018

"Not guilty" remains the starting point no matter how guilty you are. If there was insurance and a proper license in place, this will be no big deal. The court will want to make sure the victim is whole, and give your kid a fine. Your insurance carry may increase your rates, and that will... View More

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Q: Do you have to have more than 2 fra suspensions within 3 yrs in obio for it to be a jailable offence
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Oct 23, 2018

No. Under Ohio State Law, that offense becomes jailable on a third offense for driving under suspension in 3 years (doesn't matter whether the first two suspension were for FRA or another reason). Furthermore, cities and towns have their own laws and are free to up the penalties (which many... View More

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Q: How hard is it to fight red light ticket if the witness has already changed his story

I was cited for running a red light but I did not . The other driver that hit me said I ran it and a witness said I ran it but our insurance companies investigated and had to throw out the witness statement because he contradicted what he told the cop he is now saying the other driver ran it . Will... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Oct 11, 2018

You'll need to subpoena the witnesses you want unless they are willing to come voluntarily. If the independent witness is now saying it was the other driver who ran the light, that should certainly help.

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Q: Is there any ability in Ohio to reduce a moving violation already on your driving record to something less severe?

(i.e. reduce a 25 over the limit speeding ticket to 15 over)

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Oct 8, 2018

If you already paid the ticket or went to court, there is little chance of going back. If you haven't yet, plead not guilty, get a court date, and talk to the prosecutor, or better yet, have a lawyer do so. Such reductions are fairly common.

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Q: If have driving privileges can license plates be sized
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Oct 4, 2018

Under some circumstances, yes.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Car Accidents and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Im 17 and got into a minor collision, got cited for a stop sign violation and have a provisional license. What'll happen

No one got hurt and the collision wasn't that bad. This is my first accident.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Sep 5, 2018

Your license could be suspended and/or you could be fined.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: I’m 16 years old and I got caught going 50 on a 35 in Cleveland Ohio. I have court soon, will I get my license suspende?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Aug 24, 2018

Probably. The court could determine that you were acting very irresponsibly, and at such a young age, you need more maturity before being allowed to drive again, where you could kill yourself or others. Driving is a privilege, not a right. The court can take it away.

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Q: I guess my main question is if I get another policy same day (turning my license valid)will that make a difference.

I was pulled over this morning the 15th for speeding which resulted in me finding out my license was suspended. I was to hold a sr22 until August of 2018. I wasn’t aware that my sr22 was over tomorrow the 16th And I was in fact driving with a suspended license. I was at the time driving my... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Aug 16, 2018

The court will want you to get insurance so yes, while it won't make the charge go away, getting insurance as soon as possible will help.

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Q: Can I get a ticket from someone recording on a phone for reckless driving?

It was on a highway. No police was involved.

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Aug 9, 2018

If the police are given the video, they may well issue a ticket for reckless driving. It may be difficult for them to prove it was you driving. Charging you only requires probable cause. If you are the registered owner of the car, that's going to be enough to charge as it is probable that you... View More

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Q: DO TRAFFIC TICKETS EXPIRE? I HAVE A BLOCK LISTED FROM 2006-2007 WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO GET A TEMP TAG FOR MY CAR

THE AMOUNT IS ABOUT 762

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Jul 16, 2018

warrant blocks do not expire. Some of the court go through about every 10 years and clear out old ones they think won't ever lead to payment, but for the most part, its a good way to get people to pay up so they stay in place.

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