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In Wisconsin, I was pulled over solely for having tinted windows. Is such a stop considered a routine traffic stop under state regulations?
answered on Nov 8, 2025
Yes; a suspected window-tint violation is a valid basis for a traffic stop in Wisconsin. An officer may stop you if they have reasonable suspicion that your tint does not comply with Wisconsin’s equipment requirements, and courts treat that as a routine traffic stop for an equipment offense. The... View More
I received a parking ticket in the mail that was not for my vehicle or license plate, but it was addressed to me with my full name and address. I contacted the issuing agency, and they advised me to call the town hall on Monday. I have documentation that proves the vehicle and license plate... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2025
The most important thing you can do is respond quickly and in writing to the issuing authority. Since you already have documentation proving that the vehicle and license plate do not belong to you, gather that evidence and prepare to present it. When you contact the town hall, ask about the... View More
I have an optional traffic court scheduled for tomorrow morning due to a speeding ticket. I was caught going 84 mph in a 65 mph zone, apparently by a hidden speed trap at a bridge by law enforcement. I'm a college student with limited funds and this is my first offense. I have never attended... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2025
When you appear in Wisconsin traffic court for the first time, you’ll usually be asked to enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. Pleading guilty right away means you accept the charge as written, which could result in fines, points on your license, and higher insurance premiums. If... View More
I recently purchased a car privately in Wisconsin and have a temporary tag displayed according to DMV instructions—in the lower left corner of the rear window. An officer pulled me over, claiming it was too dark for him to see the tag despite following me closely with very bright headlights. If I... View More
answered on May 15, 2025
Yes, it’s possible you could receive a ticket if an officer claims your temporary tag is not clearly visible, even if you followed placement instructions from the DMV. Law enforcement can issue citations for improper display or obscured tags, especially if they believe visibility is compromised.... View More
I would like to know if a 17-year-old can face jail time for being caught driving without a license or a permit. The person has never been involved in any previous driving incidents and there are no additional legal issues related to this situation.
answered on May 15, 2025
If you’re 17 and caught driving without a license in Wisconsin, you’re not likely to be sent to jail for a first-time offense. The state usually treats this as a civil violation, not a criminal one, especially if there were no accidents or other laws broken during the stop. You might be issued... View More
I received a parking ticket in the mail from Interstate Parking in Wisconsin for a vehicle I do not own, with a plate number that is not mine. I submitted an appeal through their website and emailed them but have not received a response. I've attempted to call but couldn't reach a human.... View More
answered on May 15, 2025
Receiving a parking ticket for a car you’ve never owned is frustrating, especially when communication with the issuing company is difficult. Since you've already submitted an appeal and reached out by email and phone, the next step is to document all your efforts. Keep copies of your appeal... View More
I received a speeding citation yesterday in Dane County, Wisconsin, and I'm an F1 visa student. I have never had any legal problems while in the U.S. on my F1 visa. Will this affect my visa status or lead to revocation?
answered on Apr 12, 2025
Receiving a speeding ticket in Wisconsin as an F-1 visa holder is unlikely to affect your visa status. Speeding violations are typically considered civil infractions and do not usually impact immigration status. However, it's important to address the citation promptly.
If you choose to... View More
I live in Wisconsin, and last summer, I received a continuance of dismissal for a stop sign violation in Minnesota. Recently, I got a ticket in my hometown for not fully stopping at an "all right turns must stop" sign attached to a green light. The officer also conducted a patdown,... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2025
I'm really sorry you’re dealing with this—it’s stressful to face another ticket while trying to keep a clean record. In Wisconsin, some courts do offer **deferred disposition** programs for minor traffic violations, depending on the county and your driving history. These programs usually... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2023
Wisconsin's Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) laws state that individuals with a learner's permit (temps) must be accompanied by a qualified supervising driver who is at least 21 years old and has a valid driver's license. The supervising driver should also be seated in the front passenger seat.
I was recently involved in a vehicle accident, and I would like to fight the citation for failure to yield when there's no yield sign one and two I was already in the middle of my turn when the vehicle came flying down the road.
answered on Nov 21, 2021
A Wisconsin attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. By now, you may have already involved a traffic ticket attorney to challenge the citation. As a general matter nationwide, there are settings where a yield sign is not necessarily required for such a... View More
What should I do and Is there anyway of getting my points reduced and license unsuspended?
answered on Jun 25, 2021
You should do an attorney search for Wisconsin traffic ticket lawyers, contact a few of them and discuss your case specifically and obtain your options, and then hire the traffic ticket lawyer with whom you are most comfortable.
I have PTSD from a car accident I was in and after that I have struggled with anxiety while driving or being in a car and with speeding resulting in many tickets and having to take a non optional driving course. Why was this course non optional to me...was it because of so many tickets within a set... View More
answered on Jun 5, 2020
First, if it was PTS, suggest you look at getting EMDR therapy---
Google "psychology today, therapist EMDR ____________________" (insert name of nearest large town)
Second, if the crash wasn't your fault, you may have an injury claim.
Even if it was your... View More
so I got my license revoked in Wisconsin because of a dui 2 years ago, I'm eligible for reinstatement starting tomorrow. I'm also moving to Illinois in 4 days, do I still have to pay reinstatement in Wisconsin, or can I just get my license in Illinois?
answered on Apr 13, 2020
Section 343.38(1) of the Wisconsin Statutes requires you to comply with the reinstatement requirements, including paying a $200 reinstatement fee. The court ordered that the DMV revoke your operating privilege for 2 years, but this does not mean your privilege to drive is automatically reinstated.... View More
I was an out of state commercial driver.
answered on Mar 24, 2020
Yes. In Wisconsin a judge can order indefinite income tax refund intercept if the ticket is not paid by the deadline set in court, usually within 60 days of judgment.
answered on Jan 6, 2020
They usually won't give it to the client. And there is no way for them to find you and get it to you before your court appearance. The State will give it to your lawyer and he can let you read it.
answered on Jul 2, 2019
Yes. The clerk of the court will have the file and the contents of the can reveal details such as what vehicle was driven and when.
there are so many different areas involved i dont know what to do. someone used me not too long ago and i got myself into a situation with traffic tickets and child restraint.... its gone into harasment, threats (veiled and transphopic). this person used my mental health shortcomings against me and... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2018
I am sorry that you are going through what appears to be a very challenging period in your life. That said, I am also sorry that I cannot figure out what it is you really are trying to communicate and what the best approach would be in providing you with the counsel you need. That notwithstanding,... View More
Control and hit and run of property adjacent to a highway or vice versa whats better
answered on Feb 1, 2018
Without additional facts and circumstances which led or may have led to the accident in question, I am inclined to believe that you are better off taking the "failure to report an accident". The Failure To Report an Accident does not directly involve your operation of your vehicle as it... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2017
License will probably be revoked by the DMV in 30 days from test notice of over .02 by police if you don't ask for an administrative hearing within 10 or 13 days depending. Was the stop/arrest valid? Was the test accurate? a skilled attorney on these questions can help.
One in 2015 and the other in 2016. I would like them off my record due to the fact they are the only thing stopping me from ubering
answered on Aug 27, 2017
The following cases remain on CCAP for 5 Years. Traffic Forfeiture Cases (TR)
Non-Traffic Ordinance Violation Cases (FO). Motor vehicle records are a little different and the answere is more complex.. Depends on where Uber is looking. Ask Uber what you can do to assure them that you are... View More
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