Moving Violations

Following these common sense tips can help you to avoid receiving a citation. No guarantees however.

When you receive a traffic violation ticket, you generally have two options available. You may elect to plead not guilty or no contest to the violation upon which the ticket is based. In order...

No one wants to risk being taken to jail for a traffic offense. But, that is exactly what could happen if you are detained by law enforcement while a traffic warrant is pending for your arrest....

This will show you how to check on a parking or traffic ticket in Seattle Municipal Court online.

Receiving a moving violation carries implications far beyond the fine one has to pay. Insurance rates and even employability can be adversely affected by tickets on your record. On one hand,...

By following these steps, you can avoid or delay receiving a photo radar citation. If everyone followed these steps, photo radar would become cost prohibitive for the government.

Traffic warrants can be issued for the most serious of traffic offenses down to unpaid parking tickets. Perhaps you had every intention of paying that speeding ticket only to discover it buried...

Pleading no contest to a traffic violation is entering a plea of neither guilty nor innocent. It is a non-disputing plea and depending on the citation, may or may not have a fine. For instance, if...

Accumulating speeding tickets and traffic violations can result in the build-up of points on your driver's license. If you add enough points over time, it could result in the loss of your license....

When you have a court date, sometimes it's necessary to reschedule for various reasons. The court is under no obligation to grant your request, but you have the right to make the request. You must...

Driving is a privilege and not a right. Therefore, violating the laws concerning driving a car---including speed limits---can seriously affect your driving privileges and your ability to obtain...

A GPS device is commonly mounted in a car on the dashboard or windshield. In California, a law enacted on January 1, 2009, allows a GPS to be mounted on the windshield, with some restrictions.

When a camera has taken a shot of you driving and you get a traffic ticket, you can beat the ticket without going to court. Respond to the notice to appear by requesting a trial by written...

The vast majority of drivers will, at some point during their driving life, get a traffic ticket. Whether the ticket is for a moving violation, a parking code violation or other violation, a...

Being from California, I know how often we in this state may need car accident attorneys, whether to fight the claims of other drivers or a greedy insurance company. I haven't been able to find a...

The length of time a reckless driving charge stays on your record depends on the laws of your state, the seriousness of the charge and your driving history. The state laws regarding reckless...

It is important to know that each state has its own laws and regulations and own ways to handle such things as clearing marks on a driver's license. Still, the following will give you an idea of...

Getting a ticket for a moving violation can be costly, both in fines and to your insurance rates. However, in Texas, you may qualify to have that charge removed from your driving record by taking...

It happens to everybody at some point, you get busted for speeding. But don't you want to know how to get out of the speeding ticket? Well here are a few tips to get the ticked reduced or waived.

The consequences of an accident do not end when the car is returned to the garage. State motor vehicle departments keep your accident records for years. You could even have your license suspended.

Have you received a traffic citation that is causing you stress? You have the option to write a letter to the judge to request a fine reduction. Although the traffic court division wants to ensure...

Talking on the phone takes more concentration than most of us realize. For that reason, it is now illegal in many states to drive while talking on a cell phone. It is very distracting, and can...

One of the most common traffic tickets, next to speeding, is failure to make a complete stop at a stop sign. While the fines and laws regarding this violation vary from state to state, the...

If the movie "The Fast and the Furious" and its sequels proved anything, it's that some people really like to race cars. Street racing runs the gamut from bored teens on a Friday night to...

A traffic ticket stays on your driving record for different lengths of time, depending on where you live, so it's important to know the rules for your state. For Michigan residents, here are some...

Car crashes happen daily, and unfortunately some are fatal; 63 percent of deaths caused by traffic accidents involve people who did not wear a safety belt. Seat belt laws are intended to encourage...

Driving while under the influence of alcohol, also known as a DUI or DWI is illegal because reaction time is altered and normal brain function slows down as an effect of the alcohol. Drunk driving...

When you appear in traffic court, what you say when speaking to the judge can make a difference in the fine you receive and, sometimes, between being convicted or acquitted

Traffic tickets are something that happens to almost every driver at some point during their lives. Just because you get issued a traffic ticket, that doesn't mean you have to pay a fine or get...

A car will run over electric sensors which are placed in the ground. This will set off a timer in the clock. When the timer runs out, the picture is taken. If the car is traveling at a normal...

It is sometimes important to view your Illinois DMV record. Insurance agencies, potential employers hiring for a driving job, or an attorney may request a copy of your DMV driving record. This...

One of the inconveniences of driving is the occasional traffic stop by your local police departments. You have the state police or state troopers, the city police and county sheriffs. The state...

The short answer to the question of how long does something stay on your driving record is "it depends." It depends on the state you live in and how serious the violation is. While states have...

Most cell phone laws around the country concentrate on the use of the devices while driving. Studies have shown cell phone use can distract drivers and lead to fatal accidents. Other facets of...

At some point in your driving career, you are likely to get a traffic ticket. It is usually easier to pay the fine and go to traffic school to keep the ticket from increasing your car insurance...

These steps will show you, the driver (and passenger(s)) what to do when pulled over in your vehicle by a police officer.

You got stopped by the police and were issued a ticket. What should you do now? Most people are fearful about going into court for a ticket. If this is your first time getting a ticket, you may be...

Lights flashing, and that disquieting voice telling you to "pull over," most of us have experienced it, and all of us dread it, getting stopped for any infraction. There are perhaps few things so...

Most Americans try to be descent, law abiding citizens. However, a lot of us break traffic laws every day. Should you find yourself sitting on the shoulder of the road in your car, blue lights...

When you are convicted of a traffic violation such as speeding, the violation is recorded on your driving record by your state's Department of Motor Vehicles. However, in some cases you may be...

Getting a speeding ticket or other moving violation is upsetting. For many people, traffic court is the first and only time they deal with the court system. Know what to expect and you'll feel a...

Seat belts can help keep drivers and passengers safe during a motor vehicle accident. Along with being a matter of safety, seat belts are always a matter of legality. Before you get behind the...

As if being pulled over and ticketed by the police wasn't bad enough, now your insurance provider is going to raise your rates. Well, I can't keep you from being ticketed, but I might be able to...

According to the Department of Transportation, one in every six people will receive a speeding ticket this year. While many tickets are justified, even police officers make mistakes. When a...

Whether you made an illegal turn, didn't stop at a stop sign or ran a red light and you're busted you always have a chance to avoid getting points on your driving license. Cops write hundred of...

Traffic violation laws govern people's safety on the roadways. The following are some traffic laws that are prevalent in today's roadway environment.

Being stopped for a traffic violation can be a stressful experience for you but it's no less stressful for the officer. Knowing how to put the officer at ease will lessen their stress and yours...

Speeding tickets cost more than the amount of the fine. Increased insurance rates are the highest expenses of all. However, you may be able to appeal your ticket if you have not had a ticket...

Federal speeding tickets are issued by agencies like the U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Defense Police, U.S. Fish & Wildlife, U.S. Park Police, U.S. Provost Marshal, Air Force, Marines &...

You are driving along and all of a sudden you look in your rear view mirror and see a solid red light and then you hear the siren yelp. You are being pulled over by the police, you are sure your...