You need to hire an attorney and get a motion to quash on file. Depending on how long ago the warrant was issued, you may currently have a revoked drivers license. Your attorney can help clear that up through this process as well. Then you need to defend or resolve the DUI.
11 months later, I got into a car accident. Officer gave m a revoked license ticket and a traffic ticket. I know I shouldn’t been driving. How do I go about with the old and new traffic violations. I wasn’t arrested by the officer just An I bond.
These are serious charges. You should retain the assistance of an attorney as soon as possible.
I updated my registration but got a court date notice. Do I need a lawyer? What can I expect?
No, if you’re in lake or cook county, you may be able to show up, show proof of updating it, and get it dismissed.
The cheapest way would be to pay the $164 fine. It’s a non moving offense that is not reported to the Secretary of State and does not go on your record.
I got a speeding ticket after 7 months being off court supervision would I still qualify for it again?
Yes. You can be placed on supervision two times in any 12-month period. So I’m the last 12 months, you have not been placed on court supervision.
Pleading guilty and requesting court supervision or asking for trial, getting an attorney and hope the cop doesn’t show? What are is the percentage state police don’t show?
Any state trooper who did not show up for one of these would probably get fired. It's a big deal.
June 2020 I got a ticket for operating an electronic device while moving, I didn't understand what supervision was, so I just sent the guilty and waiver portion back. April 2021 I got a speeding ticket, now I'm understanding I want supervision, but the legal speak says "I have not... Read more »
You are not eligible to mail in and request supervision with the traffic school. You can appear in court, plead guilty and request supervision. The judge can grant supervision at that time. You will have to pay the additional court costs to appear in court.
It’s possible the judge... Read more »
Even though this situation was under the legal limit, you still could get charged with a DUI under a different subsection of the DUI statute. I would suggest looking for an attorney right away to discuss your options.
You shouldn’t lose your license. Talk to your attorney. 3 convictions if you’re over 21 within 12 months or 2 convictions within 24 months if you’re under 18 are required before you lose your license.
If this is your second ticket and you’re under 21, you should be able to avoid... Read more »
I am a WI resident, and got a ticket for going 15 over in IL. The cop even said my record is pristine. I don’t want to just pay the fine, or go to traffic school. If I show up to my court date - could the judge just dismiss it since it’s a first time offense? I don’t want points added to my... Read more »
Very unlikely because if everyone’s first offense was dismissed, nobody would ever have a second offense. There may be a few counties that will reduce the charge to a non moving violation but most of them require traffic school or some form of court supervision. If you were in Illinois driver,... Read more »
All other information is correct - but the vehicle model is incorrect. Would simply arguing that the plate number is not registered to that vehicle be enough?
Not necessarily but not automatically. And the state might, if they discover the error before trial, correct the information.
Drivers license in Missouri
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Only ticket in 2 years
Supervision is a disposition of guilt that is not a conviction. The Secretary of State keeps track of supervision internally, therefore your insurance company should not find out about it. Good luck. Al
Can the ticket get dismissed since that was a mistake from the cop?
This is a misdemeanor charge. You will need to retain an attorney to assist you in this matter.
I've been called in to testify
You asked this under Illinois law so I assume the accident was in Illinois. I cannot comment on Nebraska law as I do not practice in Nebraska.
You have been subpoenaed to testify as a State's witness. ostensibly, your testimony will support the State's contention that the... Read more »
Last summer I was in an accident where I got a ticket for “driving too fast for conditions.” In hindsight I should’ve fought it because I fell asleep at the wheel so my speed had nothing to do with it, but whatever. Since then, I’ve gotten two speeding tickets. I’m aware that three... Read more »
It depends on the disposition of each ticket, your age and the offense dates. If you want to pull your ‘court purposes driving record’ from the Secretary of State, I’ll read it for you at no charge. In the meantime, a good rule of thumb is to always try for court supervision to avoid... Read more »
Can this ticket be dismissed? or will they just amend it to my info
The prosecutor has the discretion to amend the information anytime prior to trial. It's always a good idea to seek local counsel - especially for misdemeanor & felony charges. Good luck! Al Jones
My license was also expired. I need to know if I need a lawyer or not? It's traffic court, but I don't know if I should get one or not.
It's always a smart move to seek good counsel when you have any court cases, especially for Misdemeanor & Felony cases. In the meantime, get your SR-22 certificate on file and then renew your license so by the time you get to court you'll have a valid license - that will mitigate the... Read more »
I owe too many traffic fines from red light camera tickets and currently don't work. I feel harassed by these traffic fines also. I've read these types of cases have been challenged in other states and most stares can no longer revoke a DL anymore for failure to pay ticket fines
I... Read more »
As of July 1, all of these suspensions will go away.
got into an accident and totaled the car*, is it required to pay them?
If you are at fault in the accident and do not have insurance, then the victim or other party's insurance company very well may make demand on you and/or sue you for the damages. Also, it may impact your driving privileges. Depending on your financial situation, you may want to consult a... Read more »
I could handle the ticket over the phone. But the state attorney said that was wrong. Is there anything I can do because the officer told me I was wrong?
Sounds like there was some miscommunication, but if you show up in court on the court date with the proof of insurance the ticket should be dismissed.
I just want to know if my license will be suspended. I have a good driving record that's why I got put on court supervision for a no insurance ticket. I was running late for a college night class and was doing 10 over and the cop said I was doing 15 over. Should I be worried I'll lose my... Read more »
Ask for supervision. You should be OK
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