Legal Question in Traffic Law in Minnesota

No proof of insurance, arrested for outstanding warrent

I was ticketd for speeding a year ago. I didn't have proof of insurance with me. (but I did have insurance) I thought I paid the ticket, but did not. I got a notice from the DMV that my lisence would be suspended, so I took care of that (letter from insurance company. A warrant was issued last August, which I was unaware of. on April 30th I was arrested and given a May 22nd court date. How can I minimize the penalities, and what proof of insurance should I bring?


Asked on 5/11/06, 2:25 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Kelly-952-544-6356 Kelly Law Office

Re: No proof of insurance, arrested for outstanding warrent

I must say that from your question I am unclear as to exactly what your court appearance is for. Is it for the speed, the driving without insurance or for contempt for not showing up in court as originally scheduled?

It could be for all three. Even if it's not, you now have a history and some considerable 'splainin to do. The best way to minimize the penalties is to have a lawyer with you when you go into the courthouse. You have already proven that you don't do a good job of handling these matters on your own.

What you describe is the moral equivalent of trying to do brain surgery on yourself. Find a lawyer who deals with such matters in the community in question.

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Answered on 5/11/06, 11:08 am


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