Driver Receiving a Traffic Ticket From an OfficerIf you lost your traffic ticket issued in Charlotte, you may not think it is a big deal, but it really is. Unlike in other states, you are required to attend a mandatory court hearing to resolve many traffic offenses, such as speeding, passing a school bus, and improper passing. You could face serious consequences if you do not appear at it.

How to Locate a Copy of Your Traffic Ticket

You should act quickly if you lose your traffic ticket. Ways to obtain a copy of it include:

  • Court website. You can find your traffic citation on the North Carolina Court’s website. You can search on the Citation Lookup Page by the traffic citation number or your name.
  • Traffic court. You can contact the traffic court in the county where you were issued your ticket and obtain a copy of it. You should check the court’s website to see if you can order your ticket online.

If you obtain your traffic on the court’s website, it may not provide you with all the information you need to resolve your ticket. You may need to contact the traffic court directly to find out these details.

You Face Serious Consequences If You Fail to Attend Your Court Hearing in Your Traffic Ticket Case

You could face severe consequences if you miss your court hearing. You could be assessed an additional $200 or more in fines, or your driver’s license could be suspended or revoked. If the traffic offense was serious, the judge could issue a warrant for your arrest, or you could face additional criminal charges.

Did you receive a traffic ticket in Mecklenburg County? Even if you believe that you committed the traffic violation, you may have defenses that can help you get the ticket dismissed or reduced to a less serious infraction. Our experienced traffic ticket attorneys are here to explain your options and defenses and fight so that you achieve the best possible outcome. To learn more, call our Charlotte office to schedule your free consultation today.

Have you Received a Traffic Citation in Charlotte, NC?

If you received a traffic citation, you need to speak with an experienced traffic ticket attorney as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our Charlotte office directly at 980.207.3355 to schedule your free consultation.

 

C. Todd Browning
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