Legal Question in Traffic Law in Florida

I got pulled over for an expired tag in my car (3 months) the officer told me if I took it to the court within 30 days (which I did) with proof of renewal, that I would only have to pay a 10 dollar fee. When I took the proof and ticket to the courthouse they told me I had to pay the ENTIRE ticket. Why is this? They also gave me an extention to pay the fine and I asked if it would cost more, and they said no, but it ended up tacking on an extra 30 dollars or so. I'm not sure what's going on here, I feel I'm being robbed out of money Can I have an explanation please?


Asked on 1/26/15, 3:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Craig Epifanio Craig Epifanio, P.A.

You should ask the clerk for the specific explanation. I believe the officer gave you wrong advice since that $10 administrative fee usually only applies under certain circumstances, and it is probable you didn't meet those. As far as the extra costs, there are almost always extra costs, but I would encourage you to ask the clerk where that $30 came from.

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Answered on 1/26/15, 7:54 pm


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