I bought my truck from an individual seller and I got pulled over before I got it registered and I have a suspended license, the officer wrote a ticket for the suspended license but put all the previous owners information on the ticket and not of my information, can they go back and charge me with... View More 
answered on Mar 4, 2024
Yes. The ticket itself is not the actual charge until it is reviewed and filed by the prosecutor's office. The prosecutor's office may catch the difference and file the charge correctly. Even if they don't, the prosecutor has the ability to dismiss and re-file the charge with the... View More
I got a 9-21-5-11 (c)(2) ticket for speeding in a workzone, no workers present. The cop clocked me going 90 however I had my cruise control set to 80. the speed limit was 55. How do I plead to best lower my ticket price or consequences?
answered on Feb 3, 2024
Pleading guilty will add significant points to your record. Also, a no contest is really a plea of guilty in disguise, same effect. If the prosecutor offers an infraction deferral, that would keep the conviction and points off your record. If they do not offer the deferral, then you should... View More
Do you have to use a turn signal leaving your own driveway
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
In Indiana, as in many other states, the specific requirements for using a turn signal depend on the circumstances. Generally, when driving on public roads, it is advisable to use your turn signal when making a turn or changing lanes to indicate your intentions to other drivers. However, the... View More
I was told this exact statement, then advised to just pay the fee online. Never occurred to me he could be wrong on purpose or just mistaken. I have points on my license now. I paid the ticket online, never imagining what I was doing was a huge mistake. Because I didn't know he was wrong/not... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2023
Depending on where the case is filed you may be able to file a motion to set aside the judgement and enter into a new agreement. You need to ask yourself are the fees paid to an attorney worth the points coming off your record? or Is my insurance rates going up so if I can get the judgement set... View More
Apparently they're making me go to court it took them 3 months to send me paperwork this isn't how an everyday traffic ticket works why can't I pay this online?
answered on Aug 11, 2023
Courts are not required to provide you with the option to pay a ticket (or ordinance violation) online. However, most courts will permit a person to pay ordinance or infraction tickets through the mail or by telephone. You may wish to contact the court for assistance with payment options.... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2023
Your question asks for a specific response about a specific charge. Justia's ask a lawyer isn't the place for that. You need to contact an attorney handling criminal law/traffic tickets to discuss all the facts and see what can be done. Not clear if this is a criminal charge (Misdemeanor... View More
Got a citation for not coming to a complete stop for a right on red. was given a ticket with the wrong first and middle name(completely wrong not just misspelled) my weight and height on the ticket does not match my license, license type was written as OL when i have a CDL also wrote the wrong city... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2023
All excellent points to present to the Court to show that the ticket was improperly issued. You still have to appear in Court because you signed a promise to appear, and the states are now interlinked, so any problem you have in IN will affect your CDL. This is in the area of traffic ticket law.... View More
I was parked on a street in City of FW. I was parked legally on the street. I received a ticket saying vehicle was illegal. The sticker was stolen and I was unaware of it. I have proof of registration. DMV told me the car was legal and saw registration online as paid. If plate was run it... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2023
Current registration stickers are stolen all the time, they are peeled off and put on another vehicle that isn't properly registered. You can protect yourself from this by cutting the sticker with a razor blade in a cross hatch pattern. Yes you were a victim of a crime and it is being used... View More
I was under the impression I didn't have court and ultimately the ticket was dismissed but still I have a failure to appear. They suspended my license for that and not going to driving school but I didn't know I was supposed to...help
answered on May 28, 2023
In most states you sign a promise to appear in court in lieu of being arrested for an infraction with a traffic ticket. It is important to read any ticket you receive and ANY document that you sign. There are traffic ticket attorneys working in all states, you should contact one to discuss your... View More
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... View More
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... View More
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... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2022
Just because the warrant expired does not mean that the case went away. The case is likely still pending and the prosecutor could ask for the warrant to be reissued at any time. You are well advised to take this opportunity to try to resolve your case. If you have not been fingerprinted and... View More
The officer has put my first name in the last name box, my middle name in the first name, and my last name in the middle initial. All the other information is correct. I live in Illinois, and I have Illinois driver's license.
answered on Nov 21, 2022
Unfortunately, it is unlikely that your ticket will be dismissed if this is the only incorrect information. Transposing your name will likely be considered what is called a “scrivener’s error”. Prosecutors will probably be allowed to amend the ticket to reflect your correct name. If you have... View More
Occurred in Whitestown, Indiana. Will put 2 points on driving record. The deferral will cost $80.50 more than the ticket. If no citations in a year, then the case will be dismissed. I am assuming dismissal will mean no record of speeding or the ticket and no points on driving record.
answered on Nov 9, 2022
I agree with Mr. Bennett. Each case is different and should receive a its own specific evaluation before lending legal advice. For most clients who are offered an infraction deferral, it turns out to be the right decision as long as they can avoid receiving any additional tickets during the... View More
Occurred in Whitestown, Indiana. Will put 2 points on driving record. The deferral will cost $80.50 more than the ticket. If no citations in a year, then the case will be dismissed. I am assuming dismissal will mean no record of speeding or the ticket and no points on driving record.
answered on Nov 8, 2022
Your options are to pay the ticket and have a conviction and points on your record as well as the possibility of your insurance rates increasing. Take the deferral option, stay out of trouble and the case gets dismissed and the BMV will never know of the ticket. Though if you do get another... View More
Can I plead not guilty since the warning was issued over three years ago?
answered on Jan 8, 2024
If the ticket was filed more than 2 years after the infraction offense date then the State has blown the statute of limitations and the case should be dismissed.
citation. The citation section for my name, vehicle description, date, and time were all left blank. The only info on the citation is a court date, the violation, and the officers name. Is this grounds for dismissal? I checked mycase.com and it was filed I’m assuming he filled out the rest of the... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2023
If the officer left off your name, vehicle description, date & time, I think its quite possible the case will not get filed. You can check on mycase.in.gov to see if the citation does get filed, though not sure how without your name.
Sentencing and was wondering with this being my very first ever to get into trouble how likely am I to go to jail. I have a child with autism and I am his main caretaker as I've said before I've never gotten into trouble with the law before and I'm unsure how my court sentencing date... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2023
Without knowing the specifics of your case as well as which court and the judge and prosecutor's take on such cases it is hard to say. You should contact an attorney who practices in the court where your case is pending and have a consultation.
sight to notify of my intentions. The cop was parked down the road on a private lot in the dark. The stop led to more charges. Is his stop justified? I can't find anything about using turn signals being law in this situation. Could a good lawyer get this thrown out? And if so do all the other... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2023
Current law requires drivers in Indiana to use turn signals any time they’re about to make a turn or change traffic lanes. Effective 1/1/23. This case arises under traffic ticket law. You need to discuss with an attorney in your jurisdiction that specializes in this kind of law. Thank you for... View More
I have a current valid Michigan license. They use my old Indiana license with an address that I’ve never stayed at before. I haven’t had a license in Indiana in 3-4 years now.
answered on Jun 9, 2023
Insufficient facts to provide a cogent response. Did you present your MN license to the PO? This could be relevant evidence at your trial on a not guilty plea. This case arises under traffic ticket law. You need to discuss with an attorney in your jurisdiction that specializes in this kind of law.... View More
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