Legal Question in Traffic Law in Florida

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Is there a time limit on traffic tickets. Ticket was given in july 08 and I have not even gotten a first appearance as of Dec 26 08. Can these be dismissed after a certain period of time. State of Florida


Asked on 12/26/08, 9:06 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Aaron Slavin Slavin Law Firm, LLC

Re: traffic

Generally speaking, there is a 180 day Speedy Trial provision in traffic court. If you were given a citation in July of 2008, then the State would presumably have to conduct an infraction hearing within 6 months.

However, when you get your traffic ticket, it usually instructs YOU that YOU have 30 days to set a hearing or pay the ticket. If you did neither, the Clerk of Court can suspend your driver's license for Failure to Pay a Traffic Ticket. I would look into that.

If you have any specific questions, feel free to contact my law firm directly.

Aaron J. Slavin, Esq.

727.474.3785

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Answered on 12/26/08, 9:17 am


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