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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Massachusetts on
Q: I received a speeding ticket and I accidentally paid it not knowing you could appeal, I still got a court date though.

I thought you couldn’t appeal the ticket but I still got a court date.

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 24, 2023

Usually what has happened to you is that the money you paid is considered posting bail until you enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. In Law, an "Appeal" is a special term that means taking a case to a higher court after you have a judgment rendered against you. If you didn't... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Texas on
Q: Can I get a speeding in a school zone citation dismissed?

I was given a citation for speeding in a school zone but was at a complete stop when she pulled me over in my home. We were going opposite directions. 2 mins later, I was pulled over. She mentioned that the lights just went off also for the zone. So it seems like she went out of her way to cite me.... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 24, 2023

First, no it isn't true that they have to pull you over during the violation. They can observe the violation and follow you, then pull you over. Next, it isn't a defense that you were in your driveway. You can always fight a ticket, however, police use Lidar and Radar to clock speeders... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Mississippi on
Q: Is it required by Mississippi state law that I provide my ID during a traffic stop, Or is providing my name good enough?

I was traveling westbound on I 20 at 10:30 at night just after a rain storm. I’m approaching a box truck in the right lane I am in the left lane trying to pass the box truck. I noticed in my mirrors that there is a vehicle approaching me at a high rate of speed in the right hand lane. Therefore I... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 24, 2023

Great description of facts. I felt like I was there. I do not know of any state that DOESN'T require you to have your license in your physical possession while driving. And I mean the actual license, not a photo of it on your phone. This is so the officer can determine if it has been altered... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Indiana on
Q: I'm 17 and live in Indiana and just got a speeding ticket is my Lisance going to be suspended?
Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 24, 2023

It may be possible depending on what the ticket is for and the rules in Indiana for drivers under 18. Be sure to attend any Court appearances because otherwise you could have an FTA, which can result in a license hold or suspension and an addition fine; and even an arrest warrant being issued for... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Florida on
Q: Got a speeding ticket and cop changed the amount to a higher number after ticket was printed. Can he do that?

I got pulled over for speeding in Palm Bay Fl. Cop wrote the ticket and he was mad that I asked for why I didn’t get a warning. Had to try

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 24, 2023

Good rule of thumb is don't upset the police officer that is writing you a ticket, you may get something you don't want. Is it invalid? Depends. If he originally gave you a break and wrote a lower speed because he though you had a good attitude then you were a jerk, it is not invalid,... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Utah on
Q: How do I find a traffic citation if an officer never gave me a physical ticket?

I was getting on I15 and got pulled over by an unmarked police truck. The officer took my id and ran it and then came back and said he was citing me for going 20 over. He shook my hand and said be careful merging back into traffic and gave me my id back. He never gave me a physical ticket or had me... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 22, 2023

Usually you have to sign a citation with a promise to appear for it to be valid. Then you are given a copy. It sounds like you were not cited and were given a verbal warning. You could look for information from the Court website but if there is no citation number, you will have a very hard time... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Texas on
Q: Can a ticket be dismissed if the officer wrote allegedly going a certain speed and wouldn’t show the radar

I was also traveling behind the state trooper and he had vehicles behind him as well

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 22, 2023

First, not showing you the radar does not automatically invalidate the ticket, but it is a little suspicious. Next, just because you are behind the Trooper does not mean that you are exempt from receiving a ticket for speeding, for several reasons. You could be closing in on him, meaning going... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Pennsylvania on
Q: Got pulled over and never recieved a ticket but now have a warrant what do I do.

Wife was in labor and we were rushing to the hospital. I didn't realize my registration was out (100% my fault). I got pulled over and the officer realized the situation and helped us get on our way fast. Told us ticket would be in the mail. 2 months go bye and nothing. Now 5 months later I... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 22, 2023

Make an appointment with the Court for an appearance for Arraignment and to recall the warrant. Go to your DMV to bring your registration current and if they won't because there is ahold on the registration, ask for documentation for the court to show you went there. Take the hospital... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Pennsylvania on
Q: I got pulled over for going 76 in a 45 and revived a ticket. This is the first time I have been pulled over.

I am 18 years old this is the first time I have been pulled over I was nice to the cop he did not ask any questions after I handed him my information he just came back with a ticket explained it and left. If i plead not guilty would the judge reduce my speed so I would not receive points on my... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 22, 2023

Go to the website for the County Court in which you were issued the ticket. See what the bail is. You probably have at least 1 point on your record and your insurance can go up by $80 per month. Google search for a traffic ticket attorney in your area to assist you to get the fine reduced and the... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Utah on
Q: If a county sherif pulled me over but didn't tell me my speed give or me a written ticket did I actually get cited?

The sherif after asking for my license and registration came back and said, "Looks like it will be a $250 fine. I bet there are a lot better things you could do with that money, huh?" Then handed me my credentials and let me go. I didn't recieve a written ticket or warning and I... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 22, 2023

It sounds like you were not cited or fined, and given a verbal warning. Pay attention to your speed. Utah has a legal limit on many freeways of 80. Yes things are far apart in Utah, but 80 is pretty darn fast to get between them. I drove in Utah when the National speed limit was 55- talk about... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Oregon on
Q: If you are found guilty but were never given notice or documention. Can it be dismissed for violation due process rights

I did a trial by declaration for a traffic citation in 2022 based off the court rules I was under the impression and was told if I was found guilty I would receive the notice by us mail no later then 2 weeks. I received in my mailbox just last week an order for me to appear by phone to a show cause... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 22, 2023

Courts process a lot of traffic tickets, but no need to treat defendants gruffly. Obviously, you have stepped afoul of the Court rules regarding processing your ticket. Today most traffic tickets carry with them penalty assessments and court fees so a fine of $100 can easily reach $500. Courts... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Oregon on
Q: Ticket for dark tint on my vehicle that was a fleet veh I purch from dealership.my Dr wrote letter to judge asking for

Me too please keep my tint due to my anxiety disorder. The tint has been a tremendous help to me and no longer need 60 pills/mo (for many years) to leave the house. My issue is that the court is asking for me to send any evidence in by a certain date for a trial without appearing and the decision... Read more »

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 22, 2023

Sorry to hear about your situation. Usually the Court makes an exception to the tinted window law if you have a visual impairment that requires additional tinting. But if you have a legitimate medical need you may be able to convince the court to dismiss. An alternative is to plead guilty and pay... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Texas on
Q: Police say I'm at fault for wreck an gave a failure to yield the right away ticket. What do I do?

I was pulling into my driveway when I was hit on my right side by a truck. My car is totaled. Truck had no damage. The speed limit was 45 mph and the skid marks from the accident were 70 ft at least.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 22, 2023

Take pictures of the skid marks. Put a level on the surface of the road to measure the slope.

With respect to the traffic ticket, plead not guilty and request a trial.

With respect to the car accident, turn in a claim to your insurance and make a claim against the other...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Got pulled over driving my brothers car without registration or insurance here in Colorado which is a misdemeanor.

I have my own car insurance Can I use my insurance policy for proof of insurance. It states that my insurance will transfer to” none owned autos”

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 17, 2023

A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The general rule in most places is that insurance follows the vehicle. It isn't fully clear what that provision that you cited means. The word "none" there doesn't seem to help. But it would... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Appeals / Appellate Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can someone be arrested on a bench warrant if they were incarcerated already on their court date?

So, someone I know got a speeding violation back in 2021 that required a court appearance. However, shortly after receiving the violation, they were incarcerated and put in prison for two years. Because of this, they were unable to attend their court date. Now, the day they were supposed to be... Read more »

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on May 12, 2023

I agree with attorney Avery. Part of hiring an attorney would be for the attorney to get the client's outstanding bench warrant resolved so that the holds on the defendant are lifted-----whether this means getting the defendant transferred to that court to answer the bench warrant or perhaps... Read more »

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Appeals / Appellate Law for Florida on
Q: I was convicted of a dui back in 2012 and it's my first conviction in fl how do I do the dui class if I live in nv

I have completed mental health program in nv can fl accept it as I did a substance abuse treatment

Kevin John Mawn
Kevin John Mawn
answered on May 10, 2023

You should contact the Bureau of Administrative Review, in Florida, to determine if your NV class will meet the requirements of Florida’s DUI level 1 school. Unless you live or work in a Florida County, you are prohibited from taking the FL DUI level 1 class. Thus, out of State classes should be... Read more »

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Appeals / Appellate Law for Florida on
Q: I was convicted of a dui back in 2012 and it's my first conviction in fl how do I do the dui class if I live in nv

I have completed mental health program in nv can fl accept it as I did a substance abuse treatment

Jonathan Blecher
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answered on May 18, 2023

You need to contact a DUI program in Florida and request a transfer of DUI school supervision/treatment to your home state. The Florida school will advise you which school and treatment provider in your area will satisfy Florida's requirements, will communicate with the NV program, and will... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: I need a texting while driving ticket off my record for job purposes

I got a ticket for texting while driving in January 23. I paid the ticket and found out that it affects my ability to drive at my work and I need to get it off my record so that I can continue driving for my company.

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on May 8, 2023

You can download this form form the Minnesota Courts website: Forms Packet: Ask to Withdraw Guilty Plea and Vacate Conviction (Petty Misdemeanor) You can use it to request a hearing on your motion to reopen the petty misdemeanor case. At the hearing, you can talk to the prosecutor to see if they... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Appeals / Appellate Law for Indiana on
Q: What's the possible outcome of me getting pulled over again?

Have class A misdemeanor for driving while suspended. Got pulled over again for no brake light. Drove because friend was sick & needed help to translate to English. I didn't get arrested. I got a ticket for court after made to exit vehicle. I was put on good behavior for the other one I... Read more »

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Aaron J. Harshman
answered on May 8, 2023

Driving offenses can stack up quickly if one is not careful. Generally speaking, the progression moves from multiple driving while suspended as an infraction, to multiple driving while suspended as a misdemeanor, then being declared a Habitual Traffic Violator as a felony offense. Do whatever you... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Florida on
Q: What do I do if the police search my car without permission for a simple improper lane change
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on May 8, 2023

Under Terry v Ohio, a police officer is permitted to do a reasonable search for weapons for his protection where he has reason to believe that he is dealing with an armed and dangerous individual, regardless of whether he has probable cause to arrest the individual for a crime. The scope of this... Read more »

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