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answered on Nov 12, 2023
The legality of a police officer calling for a second K-9 unit during a traffic stop, after the first did not alert, can be a complex issue and depends on several factors. Courts have generally held that a dog sniff during a lawful traffic stop does not violate the Fourth Amendment's... View More 
The office of the constable are doing traffic stops in these smaller counties is that legal?
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answered on Oct 20, 2023
In Kentucky, constables are elected officials who have law enforcement powers, but their duties and responsibilities can vary from county to county. Constables typically have the authority to make arrests and serve civil process, but they may not be responsible for answering emergency calls in the... View More
I was taking my 10 and 7 year old daughters to church 3 miles from our house in my single cab Chevy S10.The middle buckle was lodged under the seat and I couldn't get it freed up.I always wear my seat belt but given the circumstances,I elected to keep my kids safe and went without buckling... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2023
No, police officers aren’t required to validate the height or age of the children. But you can bring these facts to the attention of the judge at your trial.
Verify the height and age requirements for a passenger not needing a booster seat. If your children meet those requirements,... View More
The deputy stated on the ticket
“when he hit the 35 mph zone i slowed down to 35 mph and the above vehicle continued to pull away from me. When i caught back up to the vehicle i paced them at 52 mph in a posted 35 mph. When asked if the driver knew the speed limit he stated no i asked... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2023
Best way is to hire a traffic ticket attorney in your area to represent you. You have reasons, sympathetic and perhaps legal, in which an experienced traffic ticket attorney could utilize to get the ticket dismissed or moved to something which does not appear on your driving record. Good luck.
I'm on a one-year ends mid September. I got pulled over end of August court date. Ismy until October do I still have to pay both tickets? Or is my one year divert good
answered on Aug 25, 2023
The one year diversion may be terminated (or not) bc of the new ticket. You probably need a lawyer to handle both and resolve both to avoid possible license and insurance issues.
I have a clean record but I got into a wreck the day before my drivers test. I didn’t have anyone with me while I was driving home to get documentation to take my test because I didn’t have anyone to take me or ride with me. I got charged with reckless driving and a permit violation. What... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2023
If you only got charged with a permit, violation and reckless, driving, you may not be looking at jail time. If they charged you with driving without an operators license, there is some potential. It also depends on your age and on your driving record. I would hire an experienced criminal defense... View More
This cop is the only one that bothers me he's pulled me over multiple. Times he left me in the back of patrol car for 30 min with no air or window down and he turned from I could take u to jail to get out the car u going to jail cause I said I'm going check my phone to see if my GPS was... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2023
Passing in a "no passing zone" and going 82 in a 55 mph posted zone are traffic infractions. You can hire a traffic ticket attorney to represent you. The cop that is "bothering" you is probably assigned to patrol that area for traffic violations, which you admit you are... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2023
It depends what county you’re in. You need to hire an experienced defense attorney in that county. You may have an opportunity to knock it down and do a traffic safety program. You do not just want to walk in and plead to this ticket because you could lose your license.
I was pulled over, due to having expired tags. My fiancé was the driver (while I was in the passenger seat) and my fiancè did not have their license on them. After the State Trooper asked for my proof of insurance, I was unable to provide that as I am not ensured (I did not notify the State... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2023
I would hire an experienced attorney and your chances of getting a better outcome on the case will be improved. There are many factors including previous driving record etc. I don't think jail is likely but there can be license suspension and fines. Jail typically only comes into play if... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2023
Call an attorney and have them get your case back on the docket. Depending on the county and your driving record you may be eligible for a local driver license program online or state traffic school. If you don't address missing court your license can be suspended.
I wasn’t speeding the 2nd or 3rd time, and I don’t have a license because I’m waiting for my green card (very long process), I feel targeted. I pay all the fines, but I’m worried I will go to jail this time since it’s my 3rd court date for the exact same offense (speeding)
answered on Jan 3, 2023
You cannot go to jail for just speeding. If you have any other charges it is possible. If you are driving on a suspended license you are certainly at risk. I would hire an experienced attorney to help you.
My license was suspended and I have never gotten them back. Can you advise?
answered on Dec 28, 2022
I would start by going to the Dept Of Transportation website and getting a driver record. If it looks clean and you should be able to go to the drivers license branch to get a new license. If it’s not clean you can call them and they should be able to tell you what is wrong.
Detained for loud exhaust deputy took my license and insurance ran my info and returned documents to me. proceeded to explain the reason an that its illegal to have a loud car. I asked what statute number that law was officer stated " i dont know" i replied " you dont know" he... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2022
An officer cannot write a ticket simply because they are angry but if you have broken any law, including a traffic law they can charge you but they must cite the specific law and the facts and circumstances in a citation
Detained for loud exhaust deputy took my license and insurance ran my info and returned documents to me. proceeded to explain the reason an that its illegal to have a loud car. I asked what statute number that law was officer stated " i dont know" i replied " you dont know" he... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2022
No. However, if you have broken the law snd they weren’t going to cite you for it, you probably should not have asked bc even if he got ad snd changed his mind, if you’ve broken the law and he cites you, the citation is valid.
Got pulled over back October 21st and the office gave me a ticket for no tags, no insurance, improper tags, and no seat belt. I’ve NEVER been in any trouble before. They wrote me up for improper tags because they put I was driving a 2012 dodge charger when in reality it was a 2010. ALSO my tags... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2022
If you have no record it is very unlikely that you will go to jail. You can get a much better resolution on the cases if you end up getting insurance. I would ask the prosecutor for some time for you to obtain insurance on your car. The most important thing is you do not get caught again driving... View More
I did go after to update it, but the paper he gave me with the citation said that it was 'non-payable' and that I had to go to court. What am I expected to do precisely? I've already updated it, but he pulled me over in a different county than my courthouse. Not sure what to expect.
answered on Nov 7, 2022
If that is your only charge you can attend court with your proof or hire a lawyer to go on your behalf. For minor traffic charges usually having proof of getting things fixed is good enough. As the charges go up or if you were charged with speeding you likely want to hire an attorney.
I got my first ticket and I didn't have proof of insurance on the car but I bought it within 5 days later. Will I still have to pay the fine?
answered on Oct 28, 2022
Yes. You will still have to pay the fine and court costs. Probably a $50 fine snd court costs.
answered on Dec 2, 2023
Most likely traffic school if you correct the tags before court.
I had 3 open traffic cases I've paid them up in full before my next court date on December 12th 2023. When the court website updated it removed the 3 open cases but now shows a new show cause hearing for Jan 30th 2024. I have not been pulled over or served any papers. Also there are no fees or... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2023
Something was left undone. Either go to the clerks office and find out what remains to be done or show up on 1/30/24 and simply ask them. You should be able to resolve either way.
It says I could get 90 days in jail! The car was not insured at the time but did get insurance the same day.
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