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answered on Jul 20, 2024

In Georgia, the police typically need a warrant to search your car, but there are exceptions. If an officer has probable cause to believe that your car contains evidence of a crime, they can search it without a warrant. Probable cause might arise from seeing illegal items in plain view or smelling... View More

If you pay the bond and dont go to court then they will have a tia (trial in absentia) and most likely find you guilty. They will keep the bond amount as the fine amount for consequences of finding you guilty. Then the charge will be on your record. I would talk to an attorney as the facts of the... View More

There are different levels or offenses (1st, 2nd, 3rd or subsequent) which carry different consequences that a driver will face if charged. The officer has more discretion the lower the offense so while it may not have been necessary to spend the night in jail it is at times left to officer... View More

A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question is remains open for four weeks. One option might be to check with the South Carolina Dept of Insurance, as well as entities that oversee consumer rights. Good luck

Multiple charges can be expunged depending on the charge(s). A person is allowed to apply for an expungement of their record more than once.

There are attorneys that specialize in handling traffic defense in every state, you should look for one on Justia or google one in your local area. Don't miss your court date, and be aware that it probably says "on or before" so you could go to the Courthouse to see about your... View More

Retaining a lawyer can ensure that your rights are protected, the State has enough evidence to proceed with your case, and that the law has been followed. South Carolina does have specific percentages of window tint that are legal.

A small exception does exist in the statute you cited so the answer would depend on the specific facts and circumstances. I would advise you to have an attorney guide you through the legal process to protect your rights and resolve the matter.

The State/prosecution must prove its case with competent evidence ---in this case, it must prove via testimony that you are the one who committed a traffic infraction. Unless the different officer can testify to this, then the different officer does not provide any help. That said, the... View More

The max fine is $1000, but court costs and surcharges often double the amount of the fine. And be careful, because for a third offense jail time is definitely a possibility too.

If the firearm is evidence in the case for some reason (it doesn't sound like it, but for example, someone might also be charged with unlawful carry in addition to DUI), then they'll hang on to it for at least as long as the case stays pending in court. But if not, then they should be... View More

Admiralty/Maritime is included here, but a maritime connection is not clear, unless you mean a bond in connection with a proceeding for a ship or boat involving exoneration or limitation of liability. If this does not involve a vessel, it could be something closer to the criminal law section than... View More

For most traffic offenses if the penalty is not provided for in that particular section you go to the general penalty section of Title 65 Chapter 5 which provides a $100 fine or up to 30 days in jail. This is the fine prior to assessments and court costs. I have attached the general penalty statute... View More

Depending on the municipality or county where the ticket was written it could be many months before you get a new court date now that your case has been moved to the Jury trial docket.

If you received a ticket and paid the fine then generally you are not required to attend Court. When you pay the requested fine then you are essentially pleading guilty to the offense. I would contact the Clerk of Court for the court in which you received the notice and find out the status of your... View More

When you pay a fine that is essentially pleading no contest, which has the same result as a guilty plea for purposes of your driving and criminal record. So unfortunately the answer is yes, this traffic citation should have been on your driving record.

The expungement process generally... View More

Usually until 10:30. You should go to court as soon as possible to make an appearance on the ticket and ask for the warrant to be recalled.

That statute does not provide for a penalty so you have to go to:

SECTION 56-3-2520. Penalties.

It is a misdemeanor for any person to violate any of the provisions of this chapter unless such violation is by this chapter or other law of this State declared to be a felony. Unless... View More

IF the arresting agency alleges that the vehicle was used in the futherance of the "criminal enterprise" they can seize it.

(for example: you were stopped with the drugs in the vehicle)

Well, South Carolina lawyers are unlikely to answer the questions of a Sanford, Florida questioner because we are not bar licensed in Florida.

We wish you well with your Florida legal matter.