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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New York on
Q: How to plead not guilty for speeding ticket in snowy conditions?

I received a ticket for driving 52 mph in a 30 mph zone. I plan to plead not guilty because, at the time, it was snowing, and I had just turned onto the road where the traffic was moving faster than 30 mph. I tried to keep up with the traffic and avoid impeding drivers behind me. Furthermore, the... View More

Howard E. Knispel
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answered on Feb 24, 2025

You need to enter the plea on the ticket and mail it in (keep a copy). You need to do this before the date on the ticket. You can bring it to the traffic agency and enter the plea there. Arguing you were going too fast in snow is not likely to be a winning argument however. You should speak to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Florida on
Q: What are my chances with only a ticket as evidence?

I have a court appearance on Monday in Pasco County for a traffic ticket issued by FHP. The only evidence from the state is the ticket itself; there's no radar or dash cam footage. I was allegedly driving 55 in a 60 mph zone. The prosecution offered a deal of reckless driving without points,... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Feb 23, 2025

Presumably you have been ticketed for reckless driving. The ticket itself is not admissible evidence, testimony of the officer will make the case a matter of your word against that of the officer. So, it depends on whether the officer's testimony is believable beyond a reasonable doubt.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Ohio on
Q: What to do about a 6-year-old warrant for driving under suspension in Ohio?

I recently found out that I have a warrant from 6 years ago for driving under suspension. At the time, I was participating in a Christian-based program. Since then, I haven't had any legal issues or interactions with law enforcement, and this is the first time I've heard about the... View More

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answered on Feb 22, 2025

For my clients in a similar position, I contact the court and make arrangements to bring them into court to recall the warrant. If the client is out of town, I will motion for my client to appear via Zoom. The court will then set the matter for a pretrial and I'll discuss a resolution with the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Traffic Tickets and Collections for Minnesota on
Q: Is a citation valid if filled out incorrectly by the officer?

My grandson was involved in an accident and received a citation for Following Too Close (169.18.8(a)) in Minnesota. The citation has my grandson's information on the front, but incorrectly lists his father's information on the back, including checking the owner and driver boxes, even... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Feb 20, 2025

The citation doesn't become invalid because there is incorrect information on the citation. It can be amended by the prosecutor at any point, even up to the point of trial. This is something that your son and grandson ought to be addressing. Your grandson was likely given a citation and... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Traffic Tickets and Collections for Minnesota on
Q: Is a citation valid if filled out incorrectly by the officer?

My grandson was involved in an accident and received a citation for Following Too Close (169.18.8(a)) in Minnesota. The citation has my grandson's information on the front, but incorrectly lists his father's information on the back, including checking the owner and driver boxes, even... View More

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Feb 20, 2025

Based on that description, it sounds like the father was convicted by default, for not responding to a petty misdemeanor charge. He could file a motion with the court to re-open the case (can use downloadable forms on the Minnesota Courts website), getting a hearing date for that motion, then... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law and Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: Can police search my car without consent due to MN ruling?

I'm concerned about how a recent Minnesota Supreme Court ruling, which stated that the interior of a car on public roads is public property, might affect my rights during a traffic stop. Specifically, I want to know if police officers can now search my vehicle without my consent.

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Feb 20, 2025

No, the decision yesterday does not open the floodgates to suspicionless motor vehicle searches. There are certainly circumstances where your car can be searched without consent, for example a search incident to arrest, but cops are not going to be able to search cars whenever they want and... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law and Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: Can police search my car without consent due to MN ruling?

I'm concerned about how a recent Minnesota Supreme Court ruling, which stated that the interior of a car on public roads is public property, might affect my rights during a traffic stop. Specifically, I want to know if police officers can now search my vehicle without my consent.

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Feb 20, 2025

No. The recent Minnesota Supreme Court decision, State v. Bee, A23-1257 (Minnesota February 19, 2025). decided an issue of the interpretation of statutory language - the meaning of "public place" in the context of a criminal charge for carrying in a public place, where the "public... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Received tickets for hit-and-run, unaware of incident, with a court date scheduled.

I received four tickets in the mail for a hit-and-run incident with no injuries. The tickets state that someone reported I hit and ran their driver side mirror while attempting to merge. I was not aware of this incident, and there are no related damages to my vehicle. When I contacted the police... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Feb 19, 2025

You are facing up to 30 days in jail and a 6 months mandatory loss of license if you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident in NJ. I thus must suggest that you hire a good lawyer. Unfortunately, in NJ a presumption exists that if you damage a vehicle with $250.00 or more worth of... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Received tickets for hit-and-run, unaware of incident, with a court date scheduled.

I received four tickets in the mail for a hit-and-run incident with no injuries. The tickets state that someone reported I hit and ran their driver side mirror while attempting to merge. I was not aware of this incident, and there are no related damages to my vehicle. When I contacted the police... View More

Rafael Gomez
Rafael Gomez
answered on Feb 24, 2025

Greetings, if you appear in court without a lawyer, please ask the court to adjourn the case so that you may have time to consult with a lawyer. This is a serious charge because it has significant consequences which include a 6 month license suspension, at least a $500 fine, 2 points, DMV... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for California on
Q: Do I need to pay full DUI fees for license reinstatement in CA?

I am in California and received a DUI. I was ordered by the court to complete a DUI program and pay certain fees. I have completed the program and have been making minimum monthly payments towards the fees. However, I want to know if I need to pay the full outstanding balance to get my license... View More

Alexander Andryuschenko
Alexander Andryuschenko
answered on Feb 18, 2025

The payment of the court fees (or fines) has nothing to do with the license reinstatement. Nonpayment of court fees or fines can result in a probation violation if payment is willful. If probation has expired, then the court cannot enforce the nonpayment and the courts will convert the fees or... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Do I report adjudication withheld for traffic misdemeanor in FL on job applications?

I pleaded no contest to a traffic misdemeanor in Florida for driving with a suspended license after my car insurance coverage was dropped. The judge ruled adjudication withheld and ordered me to pay court costs and not drive without a license. I've since reinstated my insurance and... View More

Drew  Fritsch
Drew Fritsch
answered on Feb 17, 2025

This answer is based on you having no other connection to the criminal justice system. If the question is phrased "convicted of a crime" you would be correct in answering "no." If the application asks about arrests or mentions had adjudication withheld you would properly answer... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Ohio on
Q: In Ohio, am I allowed to record audio of a speeding ticket hearing in a mayors court

This specific mayors court has been defined as a money grab and unlawful in the way it operates

Bruce Martin Broyles
Bruce Martin Broyles
answered on Feb 16, 2025

The local rules of Court will provide the process for obtaining a copy of the Court proceedings, and whether there are provisions for making recordings by alternative means, or the local rules will provide that you can hire a court reporter to transcribe the proceedings.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Municipal Law for Ohio on
Q: Window tint ticket in Ohio. Proof of insurance shown, but not marked on ticket. I have questions.

Received window tint ticket in OH. As the officer was handing me my ID and the ticket, he asked for proof of insurance (POI), which I showed him, but he had already marked that I did NOT provide POI on my ticket. When I showed him proof, he marked on my ticket (the carbon copy) that I showed... View More

Bruce Martin Broyles
Bruce Martin Broyles
answered on Feb 16, 2025

The main concern is the proof of insurance. You need to show up for Court in order to demonstrate proof of insurance.

I do not believe there is anything you can do about not marking proof of insurance on the ticket.

Removing the window tint may be helpful, but it is not a defense....
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Traffic Tickets for Tennessee on
Q: Driver's license unlawfully suspended; no communication from DMV

I believe my driver's license was unlawfully suspended. I was not given any explanation or communication from the DMV regarding the suspension. I have no recent traffic violations or tickets, and this has affected my ability to apply for a job in another state.

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answered on Feb 15, 2025

DOS (not dmv) issues TNDLs. So you have to make them happy. Contact DOS and try to get a list of things you need to fix/pay to get reinstated. A DOS Hearing would probably do you no good, and take too long. You might need a TN attorney to assist you, but most of it you do yourself. Get... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Municipal Law for Texas on
Q: How can I contest a speeding ticket when the speed limit sign was down?

I was stopped and ticketed for speeding within city limits where a 30 mph sign was found on the ground, and the previous posted speed limit was 40 mph. I took pictures, spoke with neighbors who confirmed the sign was down, and informed the city. They insist it's my responsibility to know the... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 15, 2025

Take pictures of the down sign as well as pictures of the last intact sign on the road in your direction of travel.

You need to show that the last sign that was up is 40 mph and that the down sign would have been the first reducing the speed limit to 30 mph.

You will need to...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Consequences of driving without a license and using a false name?

My cousin was stopped by a police officer while driving without a license and received two tickets: one for driving without a license and another for driving with the lights off. She used her sister's name at the time of the stop but plans to rectify this in court. This is the first time she... View More

Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Feb 14, 2025

It is going to depend on why she lied to the officer and why she gave her sister's name. It is going to depend on who you get to represent her and his/her relationship with the Prosecutor of that town. Please get her a lawyer familiar with that Towns Prosecutor

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Consequences of driving without a license and using a false name?

My cousin was stopped by a police officer while driving without a license and received two tickets: one for driving without a license and another for driving with the lights off. She used her sister's name at the time of the stop but plans to rectify this in court. This is the first time she... View More

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Feb 14, 2025

The answer really depends on the statute number she is charged with, which you have not provided but she could be looking at up to 60 days in Jail and 6 months loss of her license. Make sure she gets a good lawyer she needs one, this is not a type of case you should try to help yourself on as the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Mississippi on
Q: I received a ticket for no proof of insurance cause I didn't have it in the car at the time.

I obtained a copy of my insurance and sent it to the court which they are saying that my collateral insurance isn't acceptable as it pertains to having car insurance. So is my insurance not valid?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 11, 2025

Collateral insurance usually insures the interests of a lender in a vehicle pledged as collateral to secure repayment of a loan. If the vehicle itself is damaged, the insurance protects the lender up to the amount of the loan. It is a valid type of insurance, but it is not the same thing as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Illinois on
Q: How many moving violations in Illinois, before your license is suspended?
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answered on Feb 9, 2025

If under 21 years old, the second conviction within a 24 month period will cause a suspension. It’s important to try for court supervision on the ticket you receive because supervision does not count as a conviction. So the correct question is not how many moving violations it’s how many moving... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Minnesota on
Q: pulled over cell phone in Bloomington mn. Attorney told me to wait until I get late Notice to respond. Seems risky?

I was pulled over for all allegedly using my cell phone while driving in Bloomington Minnesota, I consulted with several attorneys I’m trying to find a good fit, two different attorneys have told me wait until you get the late notice and then request a trial date… Nothing will happen, you... View More

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Feb 9, 2025

Anyone can go to the Minnesota Courts website https://www.mncourts.gov/ and access case records using the citation number on the ticket (or court file number). That's important because the court disables a name search until the defendant has been convicted. If the citation shows up, after a... View More

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