Florida speeding/traffic ticket law

It probably means that when they get the ticket, they will notify you. There is a possible problem however. You only have thirty days to ask for a hearing. If, the ticket is lost, and later appears, the clerk may file it without notifying you and your son could wind up with a suspended license. Normally, the cop has 5 days to get the tickets to the clerk, but if he takes longer, it still doesn't get dismissed. If it takes to long to be filed, a judge may find prejudice and dismiss it on an untimely filing, but don't bank on it. My advice is that you file a formal notice with the clerk that you want a hearing. All you have to do is write a letter requesting it. I suggest you send a copy of the ticket with the letter. Send it registered mail with a return receipt so you can prove it was done on time and the clerk got it. Then check back once a week for the next 180 days. After 180 days, they have to dismiss it on speedy trial grounds if it has been brought to court.

In order to be held accountable, there needs to be a notice to appear with a specific time and place. simply calling you with a court date will be insufficient. April 9, 2009 is rapidly approaching so be aware that the glitch may be fixed, but do not fix it yourself.

Your son will have to be given notice. That notice, if any, will give further instructions.

Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details if you would like.

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You might find my Legal Guide helpful " What Do I Tell My Lawyer"

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Good luck to you.

God bless.

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