Class A misdemeanor

Definitely hire an attorney to help you deal with this situation. The attorney should be able to assist you with both cases.

What happens if I refuse to pay this process server fee?

If the fee is small, better to pay than to fight. However, if the fee is significant (unlikely) they fight it. If you think it is a mistake, then...

How long does it take for a petition to go through the courthouse. And are my chances good for getting my license back?

This question is a repeat. Again, you need to ask your attorney.

If a magistrate office returns a payment, but indicates that I still have a balance on the item in question, am I liable?

Mail a money order or go in person and pay. It is hardly worth the risk to have a failure to pay occur based on the principle that you are upset...

Great question. Quite common. Note that driving records usually fall under a different branch of government than the brand that handles cases in...

What can be done in court to get the citation reduced and should he have a lawyer present?

Yes, he should have a lawyer. An attorney in your local area knows how these things could play out, and the options available.

Can I do anything to speed up the motion for a change in venue or is it just a waiting game?

Ask your attorney, but if you do not trust him, then get a different attorney. Sounds serious to have a 5 year license suspension--good luck.

Can they legally write and charge me this ticket if they had no sign up and even if they did and took it down can I be charged?

"They" charge people all of the time for parking violations where there is no sign. Just two weeks ago I got a parking ticket and the municipal...

To be safe, hire a local attorney to help you avoid the risk. The attorney could probably work out the best results for you.

If you have not been pulled over, then do not worry about it too much. But, the bike rack should not make it so that a police officer cannot read...