Ignition interlock devices sound simple on paper. Blow into the machine. Start the car. Drive where you need to go. That’s the idea, at least. In real life, interlock rules trip people up fast. Missed blows. Failed starts. Device errors. A rushed morning before work. Suddenly, you’re facing new charges in Kansas City traffic court. … Read more
Most people hear “reckless driving” and picture a speeding ticket with a bigger fine. That picture is incomplete. In Kansas City, reckless driving can lead to much more serious trouble. In certain situations, what starts as a traffic stop can turn into a felony case with life-changing results. Drivers often feel shocked when that shift … Read more
You’re driving down Troost Avenue, late for work, when you notice flashing lights behind you. Your heart skips a beat. Was that radar catching your speed? Radar evidence is common in Kansas City traffic tickets, but not all of it is automatically solid in court. Let’s explore how it works and what makes it legally … Read more
Should I just pay the $50 penalty and plead guilty? Is it fair? We recently moved to Jersey City, NJ. One of the requirement so I could park my vehicle on the street legally is to have a sticker parking permit which I had done. On Tuesday of March 29, 2016, I got a violation … Read more
What can i do Ok i have a CDL and on 12-16-2015.i crossed for Ohio in to Kentucky and got pulled in at the scales. I took in all my paper work and everything they asked for. And the officer told me that I needed a permit to drive through Kentucky.and it will cost 65.00.i … Read more
I’m wondering how and when to suppoena the officer. Received a speeding ticket on HWY 524 – Snohomish Co. Not really finding any discrepancies. I did request when the ticket was filed on the discovery but it was not sent to me, that was not provided. I’m wondering if I can request dismissal per IRLJ … Read more
How can I find out what or where to obtain a proof of service form? I applied for my CPL and was denied because of a seat belt ticket back in 2002. the ticket was put on my bankruptcy case in 2010. i thought it was taken care of until i received the letter of … Read more
Opponent attorney in the court Hi, I just had my court and I’m VERY shocked of how the opponent attorney even lied in front of the judge. I knew she was difficult to deal with and it’s been so stressful along the way but I thought this might be because I’m self represent and not … Read more
Can I ask for a continuance at the first court date to have time to find a lawyer? In early march ’16 I was pulled over by MO State Highway Patrol in Cass County, MO. I recieved tickets for no insurance and no seat belt. My court date in tomorrow morning(5/10/16) at 9am. I didnt … Read more
Can I reopen a traffic case that was tried without me being present? I received a traffic citation in Lexington SC in February of this year for DUS. The officer told me that it was for failure to provide proof of Insurance for an accident I’d been involved in 2012. He said if I could … Read more
