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... Read 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... Read 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... Read 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.
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... Read 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
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... Read 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... Read 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.
I reached an intersection slightly before a bus moving opposite of me. I proceed slowly and as I’m driving the bus driver extends the bus arm and puts out the stop sign. I continue because otherwise I will be in the middle of an intersection. He puts his arms up at me and now I’m scared I’ll... Read more »
answered on Aug 15, 2022
Highly unlikely that you will receive a ticket after the fact if you weren’t given one at the time. Violation has to be committed in the presence of an officer unless a criminal complaint is signed by a judge, which is highly unlikely.
I was pulled over by a state trooper in Daviess County going 28 miles over the speed limit (83 in a 55, lead foot, I know it was a bad move now). He charged me with driving 25+ above the speed limit and he also charged me with careless driving. It’s not prepayable and I have to appear in court. I... Read more »
answered on Jul 26, 2022
You need to hire an attorney immediately. Speeding 26 Over or greater is a suspension level ticket and your license can be suspended. Hire a lawyer and see if you can't get the charge amended so you can participate in diversion or traffic school and keep your driver's license.
My license? The court date is the day after I'm scheduled to go get my license back.
answered on Jul 21, 2022
Assuming you can get your license back in Kentucky before going to court this question concerns strategy and you should discuss with a lawyer. If you get your license back you will spend money on a reinstatement fee. That money could be wasted if your license is suspended again. Driving on a DUI... Read more »
Is it possible for her to only pay the fines and not have it on her record.
answered on May 3, 2022
She may be eligible for a diversion program where after the case can be dismissed and expunged but there is really no mechanism by which she can pay a fine but not have the charge on her record. Hire her an attorney to resolve this for her so she is not negatively impacted.
answered on May 15, 2023
It means Kentucky has no holds or issues in your license and will not prevent another state from issuing you a drivers license.
answered on May 8, 2023
You might want to hire a lawyer and see about having it diverted and ultimately dismissed.
I was pulled over back in March for no tag, registration and no proof on insurance. The next day after I got pulled over I got new insurance, would a judge dismiss me or charge me a fine or throw me in jail for 90 days?
answered on May 5, 2023
You will likely get a fine and court costs for not having insurance the day you were stopped.
I’m okay with taking the classes and getting some of the points taken away and I don’t really want to go in front of a judge.
answered on May 2, 2023
No. If you pay the ticket, you don’t have to go to court. However, 19 over is a 6 point violation. You might want to consider hiring a lawyer to appear for you and get the charge amended. That way you don’t lose any points and you still don’t have to go to court.
answered on Apr 9, 2023
Send someone to pay them for you and the bench warrant will be recalled.
answered on Apr 8, 2023
You may be able to better than traffic school if your county has a pretrial diversion program.
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