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Traffic Tickets Questions & Answers
Q: Will I go to jail if I have unpaid traffic tickets and I want to file an assault?
Kiele Linroth Pace's answer
Maybe. Ignoring a traffic ticket can lead to a new Failure to Appear charge and an arrest warrant. A law enforcement officer may arrest person with an active warrant. However, as a matter of policy, some law enforcement agencies don't arrest on traffic warrants when a person is reporting a more serious crime.
Obviously, your safest path is to clear the warrant. Hire a local traffic ticket attorney if you are having anxiety about dealing with the tickets. Don't live in fear or...
Maybe. Ignoring a traffic ticket can lead to a new Failure to Appear charge and an arrest warrant. A law enforcement officer may arrest person with an active warrant. However, as a matter of policy, some law enforcement agencies don't arrest on traffic warrants when a person is reporting a more serious crime.
Obviously, your safest path is to clear the warrant. Hire a local traffic ticket attorney if you are having anxiety about dealing with the tickets. Don't live in fear or...
Q: If i get a speeding ticket in MD (85 on 55) will that be transferred as RD and Criminal offense in VA driving record?
Daniel P Leavitt's answer
MD law will determine if it's considered reckless or a misdemeanor, but I'm pretty sure it's not. It should come in as speeding 20 mph or more which is still a 6 demerit point violation just like reckless.
MD law will determine if it's considered reckless or a misdemeanor, but I'm pretty sure it's not. It should come in as speeding 20 mph or more which is still a 6 demerit point violation just like reckless.
Q: I have two warrants out for speeding tickets and cant find my ticket number or for what court they are in. Where do I pa
Ellen Cronin Badeaux's answer
Where were you when you got the ticket? How do you know you have 2 warrants, if you don't know what court they are in?
Where were you when you got the ticket? How do you know you have 2 warrants, if you don't know what court they are in?
Q: What would be the best way & proper way for a minor to ask for court supervision on a misdemeanor speeding ticket?
Theodore J. Harvatin's answer
First off, you must have a parent or guardian present so they should be asking these questions
First off, you must have a parent or guardian present so they should be asking these questions
Q: Can you receive 2 tickets for the same thing even though you didn't receive the first ticket copy? Should I fight it?
Theodore J. Harvatin's answer
The ticket is valid. It can be served in person by mail or left on the windshield. You should bring proof to court that you have a valid registration and paid a ticket once. These are not legal defenses but may result in a better outcome
The ticket is valid. It can be served in person by mail or left on the windshield. You should bring proof to court that you have a valid registration and paid a ticket once. These are not legal defenses but may result in a better outcome
Q: Does New Jersey have a fix-it clause a police officer can use for minor violations?
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.'s answer
Unfortunately no excuse exists for having ficticious plates on your car just like sorry officer I didn't see the speed limit sign doesn't work either when going 100 mph. Depending on the charges I would suggest that you hire a lawyer.
Unfortunately no excuse exists for having ficticious plates on your car just like sorry officer I didn't see the speed limit sign doesn't work either when going 100 mph. Depending on the charges I would suggest that you hire a lawyer.
Q: Will I need the money for a traffic ticket (speeding) when I go to court, or can I pay it afterwards?
Jeremy Wang's answer
If you show up to Court and the Court finds you guilty - the Court will give you a certain amount of time to pay your fines and fees. If you can not pay off what you owe - just come back on your return and ask the Court for more time to pay.
If you show up to Court and the Court finds you guilty - the Court will give you a certain amount of time to pay your fines and fees. If you can not pay off what you owe - just come back on your return and ask the Court for more time to pay.
Q: For a required court appearance, if the officer does not show up can the case be dismissed?
Brandon K. Davis' answer
Sometimes. It depends on a few factors including the courthouse, judge and prosecutor. Also, the type of offense (petty vs. misdemeanor). Certain prosecutors in certain courthouses will routinely agree to dismiss petty offenses if the officer is not present. But that is not true everywhere.
Sometimes. It depends on a few factors including the courthouse, judge and prosecutor. Also, the type of offense (petty vs. misdemeanor). Certain prosecutors in certain courthouses will routinely agree to dismiss petty offenses if the officer is not present. But that is not true everywhere.
Q: What are the chances a 17 year old would receive a suspended license for his first citation (of 27 over)? in IL
Brandon K. Davis' answer
For those under the age of 21, two convictions for moving violations within 24 months will result in a license suspension. So, while a license suspension is not a concern for a 1st offense, speeding 26-34 mph over the limit is a Class B misdemeanor (criminal offense). Technically, you are facing up to 6 months in jail and a $1,500 fine, but this is the MAXIMUM penalty and extremely unlikely. The goal is to avoid a criminal conviction, keep your record clean and reduce the penalties, which can...
For those under the age of 21, two convictions for moving violations within 24 months will result in a license suspension. So, while a license suspension is not a concern for a 1st offense, speeding 26-34 mph over the limit is a Class B misdemeanor (criminal offense). Technically, you are facing up to 6 months in jail and a $1,500 fine, but this is the MAXIMUM penalty and extremely unlikely. The goal is to avoid a criminal conviction, keep your record clean and reduce the penalties, which can...
Q: My vehicle registration has been suspended, I can't afford to pay the civil penalty. I also can't be without my car.
Peter Munsing's answer
You can't drive your car under suspension. You can see if the DJ will give you a pay over time option, but the law can be pretty harsh on this. If it's just the car that 's been suspended not your license you can see about borrowing a friends car. May be cheaper in the long run to pay off whatever's causing the suspension.
You can't drive your car under suspension. You can see if the DJ will give you a pay over time option, but the law can be pretty harsh on this. If it's just the car that 's been suspended not your license you can see about borrowing a friends car. May be cheaper in the long run to pay off whatever's causing the suspension.
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Amanda Bowden Houser's answer
If you can prove your version of the events. You should be found not guilty. I get most charges of failure to report dismissed because the charging officer jumped the gun and charged within the 24 hour period. As to paying for the damages - the owner has a civil remedy for that.
If you can prove your version of the events. You should be found not guilty. I get most charges of failure to report dismissed because the charging officer jumped the gun and charged within the 24 hour period. As to paying for the damages - the owner has a civil remedy for that.
Q: Can you be fined for contempt of court for the same ticket more than once?
Ellen Cronin Badeaux's answer
Not enough information to answer your question. Call a traffic court lawyer.
Not enough information to answer your question. Call a traffic court lawyer.
Q: What happens if I decide not to pay my parking ticket?
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.'s answer
That depends on what the judge wants to do. A warrant for your arrest could issue and your drivers license could be suspended as stated on most tickets. Thus don't take a chance and pay it.
That depends on what the judge wants to do. A warrant for your arrest could issue and your drivers license could be suspended as stated on most tickets. Thus don't take a chance and pay it.
Q: Under what situations could a traffic ticket potentially get dismissed?
Jeremy Wang's answer
There are way too many ways to potentially get a traffic ticket dismissed. You maybe better served calling a local traffic attorney and explaining your unique situation in private.
There are way too many ways to potentially get a traffic ticket dismissed. You maybe better served calling a local traffic attorney and explaining your unique situation in private.
Q: why can i not drive my historic car on the weekend?
Mark Oakley's answer
If you received a citation then the code section alleged to be violated must be printed on it. I am not aware of any weekend prohibition. So long as your historic vehicle is not a truck over 10,000 lbs. or a camper over 25 years old, then A vehicle registered as historic cannot be used for general daily transportation, or primarily for the transportation of passengers or property on highways. It can only be used in exhibitions, club activities, parades, tours, occasional transportation and...
If you received a citation then the code section alleged to be violated must be printed on it. I am not aware of any weekend prohibition. So long as your historic vehicle is not a truck over 10,000 lbs. or a camper over 25 years old, then A vehicle registered as historic cannot be used for general daily transportation, or primarily for the transportation of passengers or property on highways. It can only be used in exhibitions, club activities, parades, tours, occasional transportation and...
Q: Is there any significant penalty for not paying a non-driver seat belt ticket?
Andrew L. Bennett's answer
The ticket is $25.00 and a non moving violation. However, not paying the ticket can result in a default judgment as well as a Failure to Pay license suspension.
The ticket is $25.00 and a non moving violation. However, not paying the ticket can result in a default judgment as well as a Failure to Pay license suspension.
Q: can I be ticketed for not pulling over fast enough?
Ellen Cronin Badeaux's answer
Yes you can be ticketed for anything. Your attorney may be able to prove your defense with a video
Yes you can be ticketed for anything. Your attorney may be able to prove your defense with a video
Q: I received a running red light ticket but the name on the ticket is not mine it's the owner of the vehicles do i pay it
Frank B. Ford's answer
You need to contact the police department that issued the ticket, and ask them to dismiss the ticket and re-write it in your name. If you just pay it, the other person will get points on their record that they don't deserve. In being honest about it, you may actually help yourself by getting the police or prosecutor to give you some kind of a break. Do the right thing. Sincerely, Frank B. Ford
You need to contact the police department that issued the ticket, and ask them to dismiss the ticket and re-write it in your name. If you just pay it, the other person will get points on their record that they don't deserve. In being honest about it, you may actually help yourself by getting the police or prosecutor to give you some kind of a break. Do the right thing. Sincerely, Frank B. Ford
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