Category: TICKET

Nothing turns heads like a car glowing with underbody lights cruising through Kansas City at night. Neon and LED underglow kits have exploded in popularity — but they’ve also caught the attention of Missouri law enforcement. So, “Can you get a ticket for neon or underglow lights on your car in Missouri?” Yes — depending  … Read more

You’ve seen them — cars plastered with bumper stickers that tell you everything from where the driver went to college to their favorite barbecue joint in Kansas City. Missouri drivers love to express themselves, but here’s a question few people think about: “Can you actually get ticketed for having too many bumper stickers?” It might  … Read more

Most Missouri drivers know they can get a ticket for not buckling up in the front seat — but what about passengers in the back? Many people assume seatbelt rules only apply to drivers and front-seat riders, especially on short trips around Kansas City. Here’s the truth: yes, you can get a ticket in Missouri  … Read more

For most drivers, a traffic ticket means a fine, some points, and maybe higher insurance rates. But for commercial drivers, a single ticket can threaten an entire career. If you hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in Missouri, protecting your record is critical and that’s where an experienced traffic defense lawyer comes in. So, can  … Read more

As smartphones become a permanent fixture in our lives, so do the dangers of distracted driving. In Missouri, that means serious consequences if you’re caught texting behind the wheel. Whether you think it was “just a quick glance” or you were stuck in traffic, a ticket for texting while driving can lead to real penalties,  … Read more

If you’ve received a traffic ticket in Missouri, you may be wondering: “Can I get this reduced to a non-moving violation?” The short answer: Yes. Sometimes, you can. The better answer: Only if you know how to ask… or hire someone who does. At Speeding Ticket KC, our experienced Kansas City traffic defense lawyers help  … Read more

One of the most common myths we hear at Speeding Ticket KC is this: “If the officer doesn’t show up in court, my traffic ticket will be thrown out.” Unfortunately, that’s not how it works — at least, not in most Missouri courts. While it’s true that an officer’s absence can affect your case, relying  … Read more

Life often throws curveballs—whether it’s a forgotten parking ticket or a minor court date missed in the shuffle of everyday obligations. But what happens when these small legal issues remain unresolved and the person responsible passes away? Many assume such matters simply disappear, but in reality, they can resurface in unexpected ways during probate. Especially  … Read more

You’ve probably seen it, or done it. You’re stuck in traffic, the light turns green, and you roll into the intersection hoping to make it across… but traffic stops, and suddenly, you’re stuck blocking cross traffic. It’s frustrating. It’s risky. And yes — it can lead to a ticket in Missouri. If you’ve been cited  … Read more

If you’ve ever treated a stop sign more like a polite suggestion than a command, you’re not alone. The classic “rolling stop” is one of the most common traffic infractions out there. But let’s clear it up right now: Yes, you absolutely can get ticketed for rolling through a stop sign in Missouri. And it’s  … Read more