I was caught speeding but I haven't heard from court after I sent in my not guilty plea. Should I call them?
446927
Definitely call them.  Just because it is their fault they were late processing, they will still get ya for whatever they can think of.  Just like the IRS - they will come back years later finding a mistake on your tax return and they have the Ba l l s to stick you with late fees and interest for all the time it took them to object.
1063397
You admitted fault here and I bet that you admitted fault there too.\n\nRead what you wrote and you will realize that you have no argument in court.\n\nHe did not write the ticket for not stopping for the stop sign.\n\nHe wrote the ticket for "failing to yield to oncoming traffic at a stop sign."\n\nBig difference, if you were struck by cross traffic it becomes obvious that you did not yield to their right of way!\n\nYour best bet would be to plead "no contest" accepting the courts verdict without admitting guilt, it keeps you from looking foolish by trying to argue an open and closed case, and save face at the same time.
693270
If you owe the court money that was assessed as part of your sentencing, you could have your driver license suspended, or a warrant could be issued(capias) for your arrest.\n\nBetter to get hold of them before they "get a hold of you."  They are willing in most cases to work with you, but don't wait for them to contact you, YOU contact them.\n\n\nDear Old Dad
429679
Call them from a pay phone.  The courthouse or police station/sheriff's office will advise you.  Also, if it's a misdemeanor, turn yourself in and get it over with.  Believe me, it's not worth looking over your shoulder for for so long.  Eventually they'll catch you anyways and then it'll be worse.
684882
Fines will be assessed. It is best that you contact them first.
716788
Hey dude - Sorry to hear about the ticket.  I got a couple things for ya:\n\n1.) You said you think you weren't doing more than 85.  So you know, most speedometers in vehicles are off between 5-7MPH.  Unless you have a calibrated speedometer (like cop cars) your indicated speed is probably not what you are actually doing.  Be careful.\n\n2.)  I have never heard of them changing this type of violation to a non-moving violation.  I think the route you should attempt to take is to go to court and respectfully and in a non-argumentative manner, request the fine/speed be reduced due to whatever circumstances you feel are appropriate.  A lower speed will possibly reduce the points.\n\nThe key is be humble and respectful.  The worst thing that can happen is the court will say no.  Doesn't hurt to ask though.\n\nGood luck.
716746
If you still have the pass, it may be more of a 'fix it' ticket and you wont be fined. If you have the citation, it should say either when to appear in court, or the address where you can go to take care of it.
792820
If you have never been ticketed before, you could very possibly get away with attending a defensive driving school and not pay the fine. DONT count on this, this is the best possible senario. \n\nMake sure you go to court on your date, and plead guilty and the judge will probably ask you if you can pay it that day. Tell him that you can pay some of it, but not all of it and he will probably give you a date to have it paid in full. \n\nAnother option would to be to call the county clerk's office (the number is on the back of the ticket) and ask their advice before your court date. They could have another option for you. \n\nI have personal experience because I have received a couple of tickets myself. I think the most it will cost you is $150 but I am guessing on the high end. The most I have paid for one was $125 and that was to keep it off my record so it was more expensive than usual. \n\nYou won't go to jail over a speeding ticket as long as you show up for court and you finish paying your fine as it is arranged. \n\nGood luck. The judge will probably go easy on you if this is your first. Just get it taken care of!
768600
It sounds like you're charged with violating a "prima facie" speed limit.  Also known as the "Basic Speed Law" which states in brief, "Drive no faster than is safe under existing conditions."  (Check the California Vehicle Code section you're accused of violating.)\n\nIf you wish to fight the ticket, you will probably lose the opportunity to attend traffic school if you lose.  But, fighting a citation during which radar was used here in California is fairly straight forward and simple.  (Provided you know what you're talking about.)\n\nAt court, if the citing officer doesn't present evidence that the section of road you were cited on is *not* an illegal speed trap, the law assumes it *is* an illegal speed trap.  That evidence the prosecution must present is called an "engineering and traffic survey".  Without it, the radar evidence can not be admitted, the officer is considered "incompetent as a witness" to your speed, no evidence to your speed (if presented by the prosecution/Officer) is admissable, and the court is "without jurisdiction" to find you guilty.  (California Vehicle Code Section 40805, I think...)\n\nI recommend a book called "Fight your Ticket and Win In California" from Nolo Press out of Berkely.  (Check your local bookstore, online, or at www.nolo.com. )  It explains what you need to do.\n\nOn the other hand, you've admitted you were speeding.  Your time might be more important to you than learning how to defend yourself for such a minor infraction.  You might be better off just requesting traffic school.
855844
no, call your probation officer, and if you can't make it back on time for court make sure you notify your probation officer if you don't you can be arrested for failure to appear in court
519426
Well for one thing, you are not going to save any money by not showing up.  \n\nMost likely you have or will be fined guilty in absentia.  Now you have a judgment against you.  The can also file criminal charges on you as well if this was just civil court.\n\nBottom line, go to the court asap and try to schedule a new court date if it's not too late.
698071
Plead innocent. \n\nYou never plead guilty to anything. Otherwise, you have absolutely no defense. \n\nIt sounds like you were already in the intersection when you stopped, and attempted to continue crossing to clear the intersection, and the traffic stopped again, preventing you from moving. \n\nThe judge may find in your favor. By pleading guilty, you have no chance. By pleading innocent, you at least have a chance.  He may be in a good mood. But you never, never plead guilty. At least you will be trying, and maybe you will come out on top. Judge may even dismiss it due to extenuating traffic conditions.  \n\nYou will not know unless you try. The worse that can happen is you end up having to pay the fine, which you would have had to pay anyway by pleading guilty. Never heard of asking for a reduced fine, unless you have an attorney advising it. \n\nGood luck, (your virtual attorney),\n\nDarryl S.
181492
No, the Judge has nothing to do with it. Before your case comes up (but after you get to court) find out who the prosecuter is, he/she can reduce it for you, it's called a plea bargain. If they lower the speed to under X, you will plead guilty, no questions asked. \nThey will tell the Judge, the Judge asks you if you agree, you say yes, done deal.
706994
In my state, I have contested each and every ticket I got. I always had it dropped, just because I showed up in court, or put my excuse in writing...\n\nGive it a try, you have nothing to lose
232895
Well if you didn't do it fight it to the supreme courts if you have too. If you did, just admit it and move on. I am not sure what the sentence is but jail time or a fine maybe. Steer clear of the x. I have one that is a jerk from you know where too....good luck to you.
636264
Two things check the local website for chicago under court, secondly you can contact local authorities where the ticket might be in.
1081816
Best thing is pay the fine. But if you gutts tell you to fight it then you better enter a no contest plea then spill your gutts to the judge. First time offenders are easier to get away with stuff. But you were speeding 20 over so good luck!! (you will need it)