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Old 07-21-2003, 03:48 AM
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Okay, I have never gotten a ticket in Va before ... It's a reckless driving ticket, that I got two days ago. It is impossible for me to go to court and it doesn't let you pay?! What is going to happen when I don't show up???
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Old 07-21-2003, 04:14 AM
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why is it impossible for you to go to court and why didnt you ask the officer?
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Reckless is not prepayable because the court can issue jail time and/or license suspension.

If you do not show up you will be issued a capias, arrested and brought to court, and it will always show on your record.

You may want to get a lawyer. What is your driving record like?
What city/county?

You are a female, correct? Then you probably will be OK and don't need a lawyer; but you still have to show up in court.
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oh and i believe you are found guilty and they bill you for your fine and court costs. the DMV may also suspend your license or require you to attend a drivers improvement course.
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If it is "impossible" to go to court, you need to call the court or your lawyer and request an extension.
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Originally posted by tiki240
oh and i believe you are found guilty and they bill you for your fine and court costs. the DMV may also suspend your license or require you to attend a drivers improvement course.
They will still issue a capias.
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Old 07-21-2003, 04:19 AM
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The problem is that I am away for my orientation for school. Great, this sucks ...
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It was in Prince William County and I have a clean driving record before this ass cop pulled me over.
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Originally posted by Red Hott
The problem is that I am away for my orientation for school. Great, this sucks ...
They will grant you an extension, so call now. But you will still have to go to court eventually, unless you want to be a fugitive...until they pick you up at home or catch you on the road.
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Great a fugitive ... I am going to call now ...
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