Update: I received a Notice of Intent to Prohibit. What that means is that the RoadSafety commission deemed me as an unsafe driver, cancelling the decision made by the judge. They are letting me know that they intend on suspending my driver's license for 3 months. This is exactly what I did NOT want to happen, and is ironically the reason why I went to court in the first place. So now I will be submitting an appeal letter. They should get back to me two months, so I will give another update on whether the appeal was successful or not.
2nd update: Appeal letter was unsuccessful. I have received a letter today from the RoadSafety commission and Insurance Corporation. I need to turn in my driver's license, and I am prohibited from driving for 3 months, dated February 12. Therefore, the clock will rewind... I need to restart the 2 years to obtain my full driver's license. In addition, there are hundreds of dollars of expenses, such as paying $281 to get my license back and insurance fines. Was it worth then, going to court? Going to court helped me reduce my ticket fine from $368 to $50. Moral of the story: If you're a beginner driver, be cautious about the rules of the road. Don't be like me! The penalties are harsh and my Asian mom is not pleased.
Your mistake is believing that cops are your friend, its because you are young. You will soon understand as time goes by, cops are just money grabbers for the government. Street pirates.
@@DC-xm3ez well i don't have any record or arrest. But, in my years of living here and working at a government office, that's what I have seen. Cops are government thugs...not everyone in an uniform is a hero so SUE ME! I posted that comment months ago and recent events will proof me right! Stay in denial
First time I went to traffic court I was asked to approach the bench and got so nervous that I puked right onto the Judge's gavel. He said, never mind, case dismissed and ordered a cleanup.
I had a similar experience. I got caught with driving without a license and CPCS. 2 Misdemeanors. I skipped court because I was so nervous. My anxiety was so high because I didn't know if they were going to put me in jail or what. The anxiety was so bad I was actually suic*dal. When the cops served my arrest warrant I told them and they told the judge. They didn't arrest me or anything. Just made me sign for a new court date. I appreciated that so much I said I gotta go get this over with now. The judge and prosecutor gave me Disorderly conduct. I'm not the biggest fan of police, but I respected them for not fucking me when they could have. There are still some good cops/judges out there.
Dude my fine is like $600 ughhhh. So my police friends told me that the cop that pulled me over is a 50 years in service cop. Old people got nothing to do so he’s gonna show up 😭
I got a ticket for 102 in a 70 on the interstate. This is my first offense and I’m scared and don’t know what to do. I don’t know what’s going to happen to me, I never do anything wrong ever. I don’t smoke or vape, I keep straight A’s, I work, I volunteer so many hours in my community (I have over 900 hours) and it’s all going to boil down to my one mistake. I am so unbelievably upset you could not even understand.
Same boat bro, this offence was a slap in the face to me... The officer saw the good morals in me, so maybe they’ll see the same for you if you go to court.
Me to speeding ticket for going 102 and I plead guilty and the suspended my driver license for a month n now have two points smh I am really sad bout it ‘!!!
I found this video really helpful, thanks for uploading! I was wondering how do you approach the officer at the courthouse to ask for him to help you out?
Thanks Vy! Go to court 15 minutes early. In my case, I first asked if he was the correct officer. Then the officer will speak to you in private. The cop starts the conversation along the lines of: “So I gave you a ticket because you were doing XYZ on this day.” Listen to the cop and agree with him if you’re pleading guilty (I nodded my head to let him know that I understood). Then I admitted wrong by apologizing for what happened, and that I would be pleading guilty. After the cop feels empathy and opens up to you, then you can ask him for help because “I wont be doing it again as I have changed my driving habits.” At the end, the cop said “You seem like a nice responsible kid” and he changed my case. Later, the officer supported me throughout the court. Hope that helps^ in summary: Listen and agree with the cop. Then admit wrong and ask for help.
Hi Kevin, I recently got a ticket for going 60 in a 35. Clean record before this, Honors student and all that. I looked at the code they got me for and doesn’t seem to be anything relevant to what I was doing. I’m wondering if getting a lawyer would help me in my case. Just very anxious and scared about this.
Hi Croup, it appears they cited you for the wrong offence. In that case, pleading innocent may be an option, as the current ticket you have is not valid. Some lawyers have a free consultation call, so do ask them.
i gotta go to court in a few days. they caught me doing 80 in a 55 in (VA). It was my first time ever getting pulled over. The thing is that i live in PA so i literally have to drive 5-6 hours to VA for that :’)
Are these comments active by chance? Got a ticket doing 90 in a 70 mph zone, I have court Oct 7th, any tips? Kinda nervous but at the same time it was my mistake so I’m ready to accept the consequences.
I agree with the way you handled this except for the fact that I do think it’s important to dress nicely when you go to court. Maybe not a whole suit and tie, but definitely a clean collared shirt and slacks with a tie. I think it shows respect for the judge and respect for the situation. It’s important to present yourself as a respectful and respectable person. Just my opinion though.
Thank you for bringing this up. Looking back now, I do agree. Presenting myself nicely would have conveyed more respect and seriousness to the judge and the courtroom. This is something that I will recommend now for future people going to court.
Every judge wants people to respect the court. Dress appropriately like it is a big deal. It is okay if you have work clothes on that way the judge knows you took time off from work to come to court. * Look like a bum or a lazy or uncaring person then that likely explains why you got ticket. Repeat offenders usually do not respect the court.
The traffic judge is great, he’s an old Portuguese man who loves the law for its ability to help people. The Vancouver traffic court is a really awesome space, and I’m glad you had a good first experience in court.
Would me admitting guilt and trying to reason with him work in my situation? I was clocked in going 62 on a 45. The only thing I explained to him was that I was delivering an Uber Eats order.
She should have a chat with the officer. Not having a license seems like it might be less negotiable, but she could still save money on the ticket by being friendly with the officer and judge.
I have to go to court tomorrow for 88 in a 70 zone. Don’t think I’m going to contest but don’t really know what else to do to try to get some money shaved off... I could bring up how it was my very first offense
@@jaelind5061 well in the end it wasn’t as bad as I thought ( referring to the court scene ) was very quick. I pleaded guilty. My fine was about 900$ and they did suspend my license for 30 days so I won’t be able to drive until 28th of may
Of course man. I waited 3 months to goto court. Was always in my mind. Tbh I like driving cruising etc but in the end I did learn a valuable lesson. Driving that fast ain’t worth it especially in the state of California.
@@Superpandafluff1 one more thing if you don’t mind me asking. It might sound stupid but did you defend yourself or have an attorney? Also what did they bring up against you if you’re allowed to say?
Very possible. In my case, I didn’t ask for a fee reduction but got $300 shaved off. The judge will empathize with you if you plead guilty. For the most part.
Nick Cheer Definitely. Look into options to fight the ticket if have good defense. Btw, the thought of court might seem nerve-racking, but it’s not as worrisome once you’re there.
Kevin Kang thanks man, and I was completely honest w/ my officer! Told him I was on my way home & and the weather was nice and I just been enjoying the empty road lol, was literally 5min away from home. As soon as he came to my window I apologized for speeding and told him once I aaa him I slowed down, and knew that I was speeding!
@@nickthelad23 Np man, love the candid conversation with the officer. One thing to note, however is that you told him that you were speeding. If you fight the ticket, the officer might use this as evidence against you in court. Do ask about this with your aunt/ attorney though. But truly, you are an honest guy with no bad intentions. The officer/ judge will be lenient towards you in court.
Haha I'm in Ontario but we operate the same. You attended a Provincial Offences Court aka traffic court and the presiding Judiciary is actually a Justice of the Peace (referred to as 'Your Worship') and is not a Judge (referred to as 'Your Honour'). The 'officer' in court speaking to the JP as you mentioned is actually the municipal prosecutor, they are the legal representative for the City and they are tasked with prosecuting charges issued by police officers. You and the prosecutor would've had a conversation prior to the JP being called into the courtroom. The prosecutor elected to amend your current charge (driving with a handheld device) to a lower charge that didn't carry demerit points upon conviction but is still a minor violation on your driver's abstract and a fine is still required, so that would satisfy prosecutions - it's basically a win/win for them. They don't care about points on your licence, that's only point system for the ministry or transportation to keep you and your licence in line. The city/province share revenue from fines and they also avoided a trial which can be costly to the city because city prosecutors can be dealing with by-law summonses which would result in a higher fine + more direct revenue to the city. The JP refused the joint position of a guilty plea to an amended charge because the JP felt it was too lenient on young drivers such as yourself and wanted this conviction to result in a lesson learned. The essay is extremely innovative in my opinion, we have yet to adopt that here in Ontario. Anyway, thanks for reading. I am just another government employee :P
Hi Briand, I read your comment and thanks for the info. Just a question, it is possible to ask the judge to not deduct my points, right? Is it true that the insurance company will not raise my premium without deducting points? Thanks a lot!
@@mingyaoyang7555 This is where a lot of people are confused, demerit points or penalty points as they are called in B.C.. The Justice CANNOT reduce any penalty points. Penalty points are set by regulation and are controlled by the ministry of transportation to keep track of your driving record. Penalty points are applicable depending on the charge. Insurance companies do not rely on points, they only look at the disposition of the case. For example, if you were found guilty in Ontario for driving with a handheld device the fine is $615 + 3 demerit points, the ministry of transportation will ADD the points onto your licence and if you have too many points accumulated it will result in a suspension or cancellation of your licence. Your car insurance company will see that you were convicted (found guilty) of the handheld device ticket. Your insurance company will be not happy about it. This will warn them that you are a careless driver and therefore could prove to be a high-risk customer. Then you may see a dramatic increase in your premiums in the range of 10% or up to even 20%. In addition, if you are convicted for other traffic infractions too many times, then they may review your coverage and even deny renewal. If you cause a collision while driving and texting, then your insurer may increase your premiums by almost 50%. An at-fault accident on your driving record could raise your rates by even 100%. All of this is between you and your insurance company and has nothing to do with points. I hope this helps, don't be afraid to refer to the court guide for more information, access the guide here and refer to page 14 for information on penalties: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/courthouse-services/fines-payments/pay-dispute-ticket/prov-violation-tickets
Thanks Brian. Your comment is very helpful. I got a ticket for not yielding to pedestrians 2 years ago, requested a trial but never heard back from the court. I just got a letter today saying I need to pay the fine because I am sentenced in absentia. I immediately called the court office and filed the documents for reopening. I do expect to have a proper trial, but this timeline is just ridiculous
I just got my first ticket, the cop said he clocked me going a 28 in a 20 school zone, I’m going to court soon, I have no idea what to even do n I’m only 17 rip
Hey Mollie, your age is actually a good thing. They will see that you had your first life lesson. Here’s what you need to think about: What do I want the ticket penalty to be reduced to? Then, go to court 15 min early and chat with the cop.
Kevin Kang thank you ! But actually I’m not sure if the cop will show, he is a elementary school cop, and my court date is set on a school day in the morning when that elementary starts lol not sure if that will make a difference though..
I’m going to court Jan 4 for speeding going 80 in a 45, driving without a license, (I had a permit) so also driving without an adult can somebody tell me what to expect ? This is my first time getting pulled over
I’m going to court tomorrow for canceled registration, not stopping and a stop sign, and swerving while driving. My car is on my brother’s insurance and he had switched providers and I wasn’t put back on it for a few weeks because I couldn’t afford the price change. I haven’t drove it while it wasn’t on insurance. After I was put back on his insurance, I had drove to and from work only for four days and was pulled over at 1 am. I had clocked in at 11 am and had gotten off work after midnight and I had drove one of my coworkers home. They were on my way home and I offered them a ride. It was dark, there were no cars on the road, and I was exhausted from work when he pulled me over. I never knew that your registration can be canceled if you don’t have insurance on your vehicle for almost a month, no one ever told me and I had just got my license. I didn’t find out about the registration until the officer told me. When he pulled me over, he made me take a breathalyzer to make sure I wasn’t drunk and then gave me a citation for what I mentioned earlier. I never passed any stop signs that I knew of and the swerving was because I’m a new driver and I was tired. I’m scared to go to court not because of the demerits or anything (I have never been in trouble before and this is my first time getting pulled over), it’s just that I can’t afford any costs. I can’t even afford my current bills at the moment because I had to take a week off of work recently because I had covid. My brother and his wife are struggling to help me pay for what I owe but it’s putting them in a tight spot as well. I’m going to try to plead not guilty and explain my situation in hopes they understand my case. I was pulled over back in December so I’ve been stressing over all this for a while, just more stressed now because I’m even more tight money wise than I was before. I was negative in my bank a few days ago and now I believe I have a good dollar and some change in there. I hope they give me a time frame on when I can pay my court fees and anything else because I literally can not afford to pay at this very moment.
I just got pulled over for improper erratic lane change and fail to obey highway markings. So the police offer said my bill will be 100 dollars total. But, I had no gas so I was trying to get their quick. I’m nervous I have a court next week
Al Obeid Hey I was in the same shoes as you. A good way to actually get rid of the nerves is to check out the court beforehand. It’s not as big as it is. Chat with your officer next week. There’s a good chance you can get it reduced.
Are you had to deal with request traffic school and it will not show up on your record. The courts will always great to traffic school because it is money for the city, in the same way that's why they wrote you that ticket because they have a ticket quota to meet.
I'm facing a stunt driving charge. 6 points on my license with a possible jail sentence, and a 1-3 year license suspension. I hired a traffic ticket lawyer on a payment plan, $378.55X3 $372 and $372 they have 5 star reviews. A lot of their Clients were facing a stunt driving charge and these guys were able to get their charge reduce to a speeding ticket instead with points. I was doing 96km/h in a 50km/h speed limit zone 46km over.
Never pay it’s a scam . Ur sapped to be smart enough to get out of it your self. Always ask for the injured party . Follow me . I’ve beat it 2times with felony’s.
Hi Kevin, thanks for your video. My question is, I have a stop sign ticket worth $200 with 3demerits while I travel to Gatineau(Quebec) with my Ontario driver’s license last week. Due to the pandemic, I have to contest my ticket with an online form that has just 2 options “guilty or not guilty “. The incident happens at a stop sign during a heavy snow and my brake couldn’t hold the car to a complete stop so I have to move on to avoid being swerved off the road, immediately an officer pull me aside and issued the ticket. What’s the best way to approach this as the amount of the ticket isn’t my issue but the demerits? Should I plead guilty with the online form and see if I can get the demerits dropped? I have a clean driving record and this is my first ticket ever.
Hi Isaac, I had to fill out a form like that too, but not online. Not sure why yours only gives 2 options, because in BC we have additional options that allow us to go to court. I selected the option that says "guilty and go to court." Best way to drop your demerits is to find a way to go to court. (I'd maybe call the courts that issued your ticket and ask about that). Then negotiate with your officer there.
@@kevinkang4427 Thanks Kevin for your response, the number on the ticket doesn’t give option to talk to anyone except to go on their website and pay your fines or plea. Maybe I’ll email them. Thanks once again
I'm curious. Once your fine is given at the end after the sentence, do you have to pay the fine on the spot or else you are not allowed to leave? Or are you given a certain time limit after the court date to pay?
I got pulled over by the cops and they are telling me that I was doing 73mph in a 50 mph lane. I simply don't believe that I was going that fast on the highway. I ended up pleading not guilty. The only proof that I have is that I don't see the technology on the ticket that the cop used to measure my speed. It is not on the traffic ticket that I have received. What can I do? Can I do anything?
Asian in court ??? And excited 😆 bro this not your place , I can tell you one thing ,judge will reverse ticket and will give it cop and will nstruct him wtf dude we’re you drunk 😂
I looked this up and honestly your video kinda helped. But I’m stuck and idk what to do. I got cited for an accident that happened, I got careless driving plus collision with a pedestrian because the pedestrian crossed into my lane on a state road. There were no crosswalks and I have witnesses that told the officers the man that pushes her everyday took her purse from her and she was following him to get it back. Plea guilty?
Thanks Lexie. Seems like a bit of a complicated case, but I would start with: why are you pleading guilty? Do you want your ticket price reduced? Are you trying to reduce the penalty/ points on your license? Because it does seem like you are admitting guilt and are taking responsibility for it, such as when mentioning glancing at your phone. If you talk with the officer, he will most likely lower your ticket or penalty. And the judge will too, in the courtroom.
@@kevinkang4427 I’m thinking about pleading no contest. Which means technically, I’m not admitting guilt but there is evidence that could convict me of careless driving. I have telephonic court, so I am doing it over the phone. Which makes things a little more complicated in terms to speaking with my officer.
@@lexiesierra1262 Interesting. I actually don’t know much about no contest, or telephone court. Knock on wood that your ticket will at least get reduced.
Oh hey only 3 years late on this video (thanks UA-cam for the random recs), but if you're cited for texting and driving, the only way you could be guilty is for actually texting and driving. You weren't cited for "looking at Google maps". So you can contest these simply by showing the time stamps on your phone that you were not in fact texting, and the officer's claim that they saw 'blue light' is just hearsay.
Not true. Some cases you also have to pay court cost if you accept it ALOT of people say well if you are going to accept it then why take the time to just go to court?
@Kevin Kang, may I ask how you found your officer? Are they usually just waiting outside the assigned court room as well or do you have to walk around to find them?
Melanie Roselle Yep. I witnessed it as well, one of the people in the courtroom had an officer that wasn’t showing up so the other officers told her she’s lucky haha
Do you think cops don't text when you're driving? Now you're acting like a model minority. Because of the Asian culture we are taught not to make waves, obey the rules and be respectful. This is why Asian people are easy targets. I'm sorry you received a ticket for something both judges in law-enforcement to do in their own personal cars.
There’s two violations I see there. Speeding and no license. I’ve heard cases where you can ask the officer to drop one charge. But I’m not sure about the severity of your ticket and where you’re from. Are you pleading guilty?
@@kevinkang4427 on the ticket its 1 infraction for no license and the other infraction is for the speeding. I'm also in California and I have a clean record as well and I guess plead guilty I just signed the ticket and called to have someone pick me up first time run in with the law
Having a clean record is good when you’re going to court. If you’re pleading guilty, there’s a good chance your ticket will be reduced and you’ll pay less. Go to court 15 min earlier as well and talk it over with the officer.
@@kevinkang4427 thanks for the reply bro ima try to get my license before court so it can hopefully look even better lol learned my lesson had to pay 650 to get my mom's car out lol
I also just got a texting ticket and disputed it. Did you hear of other's results during court for this issue? I wonder if most or all cops just drop the fine and lower the points from 4 points to 2 or zero?
I did not hear other people’s results but I’ll tell you what happened with me. When the cop and I were negotiating before entering the courtroom, he told me that he cannot lower or remove the points. But he immediately agreed when I asked to change the ticket to a Registered Owner (which drops the points from 4 to zero). The judge did not allow that, so I was stuck with the original ticket. If you work with the cop, he or she may change your fine to a less severe penalty. You don’t get what you don’t ask for. Best of luck with your dispute
@@kevinkang4427 Weird cause most of the time when people dispute, the officer lowers the penalty and possibly the points. Thats why people dispute tickets. Maybe your officer was just tough. At the end, your process of having to go court did had no results and you were stuck with original fine/points?
John Tran The judge reduced my original ticket from $368 to $50 after. So not bad, but not what I was looking for. Where I’m from, Vancouver, Canada, the point system might vary from yours. RoadSafety BC- which is separate from the court, makes these penalty decisions regarding demerit points. Along with our one and only Insurance Corporation. So after court, the two agencies likely assess what our fine was. Then they deduct points and insurance hikes as follows.
i had my licence suspended for 2 weeks for drifting in a parking lot and after those two weeks i was able to drive again but then another 2 weeks later i have court and i only have 1 demerit point left, are they gonna suspend my licence or just fine me
All States have a Motor Vehicle Code within that Title you can find what i have found = Washington State...... Title 46 RCW MOTOR VEHICLES RCW 46.98.030 = Title, chapter, section headings NOT PART OF LAW. Title headings, chapter headings, and section or subsection headings, AS USED IN THIS TITLE DO NOT CONSTITUTE ANY PART OF THE LAW. [ 1961 c 12 § 46.98.030.] All traffic tickets in Washington State fall under Title 46 I did not break/violate any LAW...... Case Dismissed...........
I got pulled over and ticketed last night for an unsafe lane change. I'm debating on whether I should pay the fine or fight the ticket in court. I can afford the fine, and if I pay it, I'll take a course to get the points off my license.
Looks like you got this figured out. In this case, I would follow your intuition. Regarding fighting it in court, it might take a couple months of wait before going to court. During that time, I would also consider the worth of your time attending court and preparing an argument.
That sucks I do not know the justice can reject a plea deal and why is he doing that if the prosecutor is willing to accept the term then he is not. Can you appeal and ask for another trial instead?
Even though I negotiated with the officer before the court started, the judge rejected our plea deal because it would have eliminated all my points. The judge said it isn’t fair to the legal system. I had to be held responsible. To my knowledge, there is no re-trial. Once the decision was made, I had to go down and pay the fine immediately.
@@kevinkang4427 I mean if there is a victim in the situation or your action have cause some damage to the public then it is fair to say it is not fair to let you off easy. In your case it is just youself not one else is harmed. I think the legal system supposed to correct and teach people in the purpose of making us safe. If you learned your lessons and will not do it again in the future then it serve its propose. This justice basically cause you to lost your license and the rights of driving and leave a premnant record on your life for a small mistake you made when you young. I think that law doesn't simply mean to punish people like this. And you plea guilty because you and the officer established an agreement. If the justice is not going honor it then you should have a right to have trail proceed like normal rather than just let him impose a harsher sentence.
kevin gose Couldn’t have said it better. The roads are safer because of the justices and this whole experience taught me a lesson gratefully, before something unfortunate could happen down the line.
i'm scared about my court date tomorrow morning. I got 3 tickets the same day for - expired license, no registration and no insurance. I had my insurance but just didn't find it in the wallet though I looked there. Can I got to jail? Can I get a misdemeanor? I am planning on pleading guilty. Would the officer show up as well?
May I ask what happened with this? I got pulled over a few days ago on an expired license and got issued a must appear court citation and I’m soooo scared of getting jail time. Like terrified.
Thank for sharing I m in Ontario Canada really worried had 10 yrs clean driving record its my first ticket in a construction zone there were no signs when u enter the road. So long story short I got disobey sign tkt turning right on red light I even stopped at right light for yielding traffic. I am not saying I am innocent I clearly missed the no right turn sign I am worried about demerit points any one with similar experience.
Hi I don't reside in Ontario but what I can say is that disputing your ticket never hurts. Then, if you are concerned about demerit points, you might be able to negotiate that with your officer. They will be much more lenient due to your clean driving record.
“Explain what happened that day” “Are you pleading innocent or guilty” Expect those 2 main questions, the cop will be standing to address any questions as well.
@@kevinkang4427 Much thanks for getting back to me. Also, did the judge in your case ask more questions or just those 2? In case, I need to prepare myself and be ready for those. Also, did the judge take your word for it or is extra evidence needed to back up your claims?
@@rictawheels88 He asked if I’m a student. The judge also asked me to recite the rules on my Drivers License, so he knows that I am a responsible citizen. (Such as no drinking, no drugs, *no texting* ). The judge took my word.
I might have gotten pulled over for doing 81 in a 55. The officer gave me a ticket and there is no fine on it, all it says is that I have to go to court.
@@kevinkang4427 it says that I have to go 😓. I’m extremely nervous about the whole thing because I have literally never done anything wrong like this before. I’m not sure what to expect punishment wise.
@@lisamonzon1519 I got the same at first but you should get the ticket in the mail in 3-4 weeks and it will show give you more information about the ticket and the options you have and as well as the amount
I have the same problem from the speeding ticket @Lisa Monzon. Hopefully things would work out for me since this is my 1st speeding ticket that I have to go to court and I plea not guilty. Wish me luck, and I also wish others good luck as well.
I got a ticket for driving with no license and a illegal u turn I got court tomorrow my fine is 610 I’m on cal works I cannot that high amount that will definitely cause hard ship I’m in California
Only 440? No court summons or anything? Man you’re lucky. I did 78 in a 40 (was late to work and I wasn’t paying attention to my speed) and right when I noticed my speed and began to slow down, a cop got me on his radar. I’m 16 and might get a misdemeanor and confiscated license.
@@nhuy4931 nope I got off with probation, driving safety program, and an enhanced fine. No points or anything of the sort, either. I'm certain that if I'd been doing 80, I would have lost my license.
TTV Z3X4L Depends where you live, for here in BC I believe a speeding ticket is $196. But sounds like your dad got incorrectly slapped with excessive speeding. This is something that should be fought in court or negotiated with the officer. Also no there is no death penalty for that.
Hey bro me and a coworker got caught racing. We both lined up and the cop seen us and as we both pulled away he sped up and knew we were racing but didn’t know how fast we were going. He wrote in the ticket for the both of us that we were going 85 on a 65 and Monday will be my our court date. It’ll be my first time going to court what’s the best thing to say to the judge when she asked why were both pulled over going 85, should I tell the reason? Like hell them We were both racing or just say something like we both didn’t know we were going that fast? The officer saved our asses we both were going atleast 120… Should I admit that we were both racing or what should be my reasoning?
This is a tough call. The judge will ask you quite a few questions, so I think being real with the judge will serve you well, as you can confirm the stories. That might also lead to a reduced ticket since you guys are honest.
@@KingKongDill it was nerve racking at first. My best advice is to dress well, which I coulda done better to show additional respect. By arriving a bit earlier you may also see the officer and chat with them.
@@kevinkang4427 i got you man! Thanks lol 8 hours before I go in hahahah Man… did you have to say “your honor” all dat or juss “yes mam, no sir”? And yeah once they asked me Imma def just tell em we got at it and didn’t see the cop. Imma 100% just plead guilty and not lie.
You are preparing this like a college entrance exam or job interview.... Very professional... but i hope you don't need to build relationship with the officer...haha... The essay thing is probably because you are a young student, male, you know in the high risk bucket. Just guessing.
I chose Option B. "I agree that I committed this offense and I want to appear in court." In truth, it didn't matter what I selected. The judge still asked me if I was pleading Innocent or Guilty.
I have to go to court for driving without a license and i am going to plead guilty will I go to jail? This is my first time getting in trouble and i just want to pay the fine . And do the judge give yo options rather than going to jail?
Hey Jaay, You don’t go to jail from traffic offences. The worse they can really do is suspend your license and make you pay fines. Now because you are pleading guilty, it will help you lower your fine amount if you do it right with the judge.
Hey, so im required to attend court in person, *sigh*. I was recently caught doing 96 in a 50 mph interstate in staten island (nyc). I have to call the dmv tomorrow and schedule a hearing. Now im focused on searching for the things to say in presence of a judge. I've never been to court before this my first offense EVER. I plan on saying something along the lines of " goodafternoon your honor. I stand before you today in hopes that theres a chance of me mitigating the impact this may have on me obtaining my future license and to reduce the fine price". Bro Im essentially a beginner driver driven 7 times with my friends car. I currently do not own a license but i have a permit. (Dont worry i committed the offense with a licensed driver in the car which is my friend). I was using this opportunity to drive me and my friend back home as practice. We live in Brooklyn was comjng back from Philadelphia. it was my first time ever driving on an expressway/ freeway. It was 2 in the morning, we were tired and the road was vacant. Im new to the whole driving thing so i didnt think the act i committed can be thos severe. Now im facing 11 points before i even obtain my license. Pray for me bro 🙏 im pleading guilty btw in hopes i can get these points reduced ill pay the fine, but them points gotta go.. QUESTION: even if im pleading guilty does the officer have to be there?
Hey man, I been through your same thought process. I also wanted my points to be reduced, and pay the full fine. I used to be overwhelmed by the whole thing. First, to answer your question: If the officer isn't there, the charges are dropped. You can plead innocent in this case. Now if your cop DOES show up, have a chat with him. Negotiate with him to reduce the points, and let him know you're pleading guilty. Once you get the cop on your good side, both of you can get the judge to reduce the ticket. Now your script of saying "good afternoon your honor..." is very respectable. From my experience, you are taking accountability for your actions and the judge will see this in a good manner, especially due to the fact it's your first time getting a ticket.
@@kevinkang4427 thanks bro i really appreciate the support, im going to take everything you say into consideration. The thing is if i plead innocent in court because he didn't show up what excuse can i possibly make? I get that it may be dismissed but i heard its also a chance that the judge him/herself will continue with the case, like asking me my defense and i really dont know a defense because i went 46 over the limit. At this point saying "it was a mistake" wouldn't be a defense lol fuckkkl i hate this situation.
@@ronaldseyez Np bro. My friend was excessive speeding recently, and his cop didn’t show up so the judge told him “go slower next time” and dropped the charges. They don’t really have evidence to convict you if the cop doesn’t show up, aside from maybe driving without a license... But do ask others around your city, see what happen to them.
Omg! Did you end up going to court yet? I got a ticket in Staten Island as well my hearing is on Tuesday and I’m trying to figure out how to save myself from losing points, I’m hoping my clean record will help.
@@Fiddlestackss Nah, i never went to court yet because they kept postponing the hearing date presumably due to covid. As of right now my next hearing date is in july. Im thinking about just paying it off in full, i still have no idea as to wat the exact price of the fine is, but i spoke to someone at the dmv and they said some where around 500 😅. Though the fine stated that the offense i committed requires me to attend court, im now not to sure how accurate that is because when i called dmv the same person stated that i could speak to a judge over the phone and just pay then. Honestly not to scare u or anything but i HEARD that the judge at the traffic court in staten island is horrible and has one of the highest like convictions in ny state i believe. But i would assume that with any judge you'll see negative reveiws. But i hope everything goes well for you tuesday. Can i ask what was the offense u committed? And please keep me updated 🙏
Hmm I thought you’re supposed to turn left on a yellow light, otherwise you block traffic. Maybe the laws are different where you are from, but in either case, you should dispute this ticket
I got taken for 90 on a 65 road. Never ever broken the law or speeding ticket before and I am 27 living in usa California … what do you think will happen? Can I ask for defense driving lessons and reduce points ? Will they remove my license? I need to get to work somehow ..
It’s very unlikely they will take away your privilege to drive. You can certainly ask for reduced points, as your record is clean. I’m not sure about lessons though, we don’t have that where I’m from.
@@kevinkang4427 thanks for the reply… I guess there’s some what hope the officer doesn’t show up still. So you suggest I plead guilty and after I plead guilty I say I am sorry,,, this is my first offense ,,, can I have points reduced ?
@@jakobabrahamssonortiz7060 Np up to you to plead guilty or innocent, I’d ask a lawyer if you want to plead innocent. But the key is to talk with the officer-by going to court 15 min early. By negotiating with the cop (to plead guilty), they can reduce your points or modify the ticket.
I got a 615 fine ticket for handheld, when I pay it right away then I got a letter of 30 suspension. Now I'm waiting for the demerit points and insurance fees and suspension record on my license for 3 years. Insurance fee could go up to 50% higher. It means I was paying 280 per month and now +50% 140 going to be 420
I just got a ticket for not displaying an “N” and overloading, I told the officer my coworker took my N 3 days before the incident and I yet didn’t have time to pick up another N sign because I was off those next three days. For overloading, I told the officer that my buddies helped me replace my headlight bulbs that went out the night before so I treated them for food. I was completely in the wrong but do you think it’s still worth giving a shot to dispute it, what is it like?
I definitely think it’s worth to dispute, as it is your first offence and you are taking responsibility. I’m not sure what it’s like with COVID and online hearings, but if you go to court, show up 15 min early. Then you can negotiate with the officer and reduce/ drop a ticket. If not, the judge may reduce the cost of your ticket... The worst that can really happen is you spend 1hour of time.
Update: I received a Notice of Intent to Prohibit.
What that means is that the RoadSafety commission deemed me as an unsafe driver, cancelling the decision made by the judge. They are letting me know that they intend on suspending my driver's license for 3 months. This is exactly what I did NOT want to happen, and is ironically the reason why I went to court in the first place.
So now I will be submitting an appeal letter. They should get back to me two months, so I will give another update on whether the appeal was successful or not.
2nd update: Appeal letter was unsuccessful.
I have received a letter today from the RoadSafety commission and Insurance Corporation. I need to turn in my driver's license, and I am prohibited from driving for 3 months, dated February 12.
Therefore, the clock will rewind... I need to restart the 2 years to obtain my full driver's license. In addition, there are hundreds of dollars of expenses, such as paying $281 to get my license back and insurance fines.
Was it worth then, going to court? Going to court helped me reduce my ticket fine from $368 to $50.
Moral of the story: If you're a beginner driver, be cautious about the rules of the road. Don't be like me! The penalties are harsh and my Asian mom is not pleased.
Your mistake is believing that cops are your friend, its because you are young. You will soon understand as time goes by, cops are just money grabbers for the government. Street pirates.
@@TO-bw9fs You sound like one of those losers who was arrested in their past and developed PTSD towards police. Weak human...
@@DC-xm3ez well i don't have any record or arrest. But, in my years of living here and working at a government office, that's what I have seen. Cops are government thugs...not everyone in an uniform is a hero so SUE ME! I posted that comment months ago and recent events will proof me right! Stay in denial
Kevin Kang wow that sucks. They should have given you a chance at least. Stupid government smh.
"I'm going to court tomorrow, and I'm pretty excited" lmao legend.
First time I went to traffic court I was asked to approach the bench and got so nervous that I puked right onto the Judge's gavel.
He said, never mind, case dismissed and ordered a cleanup.
R u serious?
WWWWWWW’s
I had a similar experience. I got caught with driving without a license and CPCS. 2 Misdemeanors. I skipped court because I was so nervous. My anxiety was so high because I didn't know if they were going to put me in jail or what. The anxiety was so bad I was actually suic*dal. When the cops served my arrest warrant I told them and they told the judge. They didn't arrest me or anything. Just made me sign for a new court date. I appreciated that so much I said I gotta go get this over with now. The judge and prosecutor gave me Disorderly conduct. I'm not the biggest fan of police, but I respected them for not fucking me when they could have. There are still some good cops/judges out there.
Chat GPT: write an essay about driving dangerously, addressed to a judge.
Dude my fine is like $600 ughhhh. So my police friends told me that the cop that pulled me over is a 50 years in service cop. Old people got nothing to do so he’s gonna show up 😭
Get that $600 lowered, you got this my guy
Wat was the offence bro?
What's the update on your case?
THE HELL I’m 17 and got two tickets for $300 😭 and court costs plus that 😐
I got a ticket for 102 in a 70 on the interstate. This is my first offense and I’m scared and don’t know what to do. I don’t know what’s going to happen to me, I never do anything wrong ever. I don’t smoke or vape, I keep straight A’s, I work, I volunteer so many hours in my community (I have over 900 hours) and it’s all going to boil down to my one mistake. I am so unbelievably upset you could not even understand.
Same boat bro, this offence was a slap in the face to me...
The officer saw the good morals in me, so maybe they’ll see the same for you if you go to court.
Me to speeding ticket for going 102 and I plead guilty and the suspended my driver license for a month n now have two points smh I am really sad bout it ‘!!!
This is insane. I just got a 102 in a 70 about an hour ago. I'm scared shitless but I'm gonna beg for traffic school and reduced, or removed fines
@@svrsxlt same! Got a $297 ticket for going 94 in 60.😅 Really upset as its my first ever ticket.
@Archangel4G63 what happened?
I can't believe you posted this video. Good on you to just plead guilty. I did this once and they reduced my fee (speeding)! ✌️
Thanks, happy to have documented the process 😁 Really great they reduced your fee as well
How much did they reduce the fee for you? (Speeding)
I found this video really helpful, thanks for uploading! I was wondering how do you approach the officer at the courthouse to ask for him to help you out?
Thanks Vy! Go to court 15 minutes early. In my case, I first asked if he was the correct officer. Then the officer will speak to you in private.
The cop starts the conversation along the lines of: “So I gave you a ticket because you were doing XYZ on this day.” Listen to the cop and agree with him if you’re pleading guilty (I nodded my head to let him know that I understood).
Then I admitted wrong by apologizing for what happened, and that I would be pleading guilty. After the cop feels empathy and opens up to you, then you can ask him for help because “I wont be doing it again as I have changed my driving habits.”
At the end, the cop said “You seem like a nice responsible kid” and he changed my case. Later, the officer supported me throughout the court.
Hope that helps^ in summary: Listen and agree with the cop. Then admit wrong and ask for help.
Hi Kevin, I recently got a ticket for going 60 in a 35. Clean record before this, Honors student and all that. I looked at the code they got me for and doesn’t seem to be anything relevant to what I was doing. I’m wondering if getting a lawyer would help me in my case. Just very anxious and scared about this.
Hi Croup, it appears they cited you for the wrong offence.
In that case, pleading innocent may be an option, as the current ticket you have is not valid. Some lawyers have a free consultation call, so do ask them.
Update on what happened?
Hey Tyler how much was the ticket fee? I just recently got stopped going 100 on a 60.
If the charge on ticket is different from what you did plead not guilty make sure date and day of week match if not easy to dismiss
Hehehe i am watching this video just convince one of my friends. He is little bit afriad to attend court for tomorrow.
Good for convincing him bro. It is a bit nerve-racking at first, so I hope your friend visited the court to get comfortable and it went well for him!
The would you say hehehe if it was you😕
i gotta go to court in a few days. they caught me doing 80 in a 55 in (VA). It was my first time ever getting pulled over. The thing is that i live in PA so i literally have to drive 5-6 hours to VA for that :’)
Me too va is a hole 🕳
how did it go?
Howd it go bro
That's literally the same problem that I have recently yesterday since they caught me from 81 in a 55 speed limit, and this was my first ticket.
@@evingalarza8412 what happened bro
Why does my ticket says show up to court within 15 days , why didnt they put an exact date , does anyone know?
Not too sure, let’s see if others can help.
you got to court to contest it, don’t go to court and you have to pay your fine
thanks for mentioning the wardrobe change 😂 was not excited to see you dressed up for traffic court knowing i’d have to scrounge something up
Are these comments active by chance? Got a ticket doing 90 in a 70 mph zone, I have court Oct 7th, any tips? Kinda nervous but at the same time it was my mistake so I’m ready to accept the consequences.
Same
Good work, stay brave! We need more minds like yours in this mad world!
Thanks!
I agree with the way you handled this except for the fact that I do think it’s important to dress nicely when you go to court. Maybe not a whole suit and tie, but definitely a clean collared shirt and slacks with a tie. I think it shows respect for the judge and respect for the situation. It’s important to present yourself as a respectful and respectable person.
Just my opinion though.
Thank you for bringing this up. Looking back now, I do agree. Presenting myself nicely would have conveyed more respect and seriousness to the judge and the courtroom. This is something that I will recommend now for future people going to court.
Every judge wants people to respect the court. Dress appropriately like it is a big deal. It is okay if you have work clothes on that way the judge knows you took time off from work to come to court.
* Look like a bum or a lazy or uncaring person then that likely explains why you got ticket. Repeat offenders usually do not respect the court.
The traffic judge is great, he’s an old Portuguese man who loves the law for its ability to help people. The Vancouver traffic court is a really awesome space, and I’m glad you had a good first experience in court.
Would me admitting guilt and trying to reason with him work in my situation?
I was clocked in going 62 on a 45.
The only thing I explained to him was that I was delivering an Uber Eats order.
It’s worth a shot, you can reduce the ticket. Worst thing that can happen is waste an hour of time
plead not guilty lmao do not do what this dumbass did
@@ultrob and how can you prove ur not guilty or hope the officer won’t show up? Fool.
My mom has court this week, what should she do? She was stopped over 10 years ago for speeding but got a ticket for not having a license. 💀
She should have a chat with the officer.
Not having a license seems like it might be less negotiable, but she could still save money on the ticket by being friendly with the officer and judge.
I have to go to court tomorrow for 88 in a 70 zone. Don’t think I’m going to contest but don’t really know what else to do to try to get some money shaved off... I could bring up how it was my very first offense
The point and suspension records is more worries than the fine
I was doing 78 in a 60 hopefully they knock the amount i owe.
I got busted going 130 on a 65 😐 court tomorrow.
How did it go? I have a similar situation lol
@@jaelind5061 well in the end it wasn’t as bad as I thought ( referring to the court scene ) was very quick. I pleaded guilty. My fine was about 900$ and they did suspend my license for 30 days so I won’t be able to drive until 28th of may
@@Superpandafluff1 okay thank you. That makes me feel a lot better because mine would be my first offense.
Of course man. I waited 3 months to goto court. Was always in my mind. Tbh I like driving cruising etc but in the end I did learn a valuable lesson. Driving that fast ain’t worth it especially in the state of California.
@@Superpandafluff1 one more thing if you don’t mind me asking. It might sound stupid but did you defend yourself or have an attorney? Also what did they bring up against you if you’re allowed to say?
I just got my first speeding ticket, I’m in FL, and u think it’s possible to reduce my fee? I was doing 90 in a 55!
Very possible. In my case, I didn’t ask for a fee reduction but got $300 shaved off.
The judge will empathize with you if you plead guilty. For the most part.
Kevin Kang many ppl saying fighting is the best, and my aunts an attorney, but telling her tomorrow morning since she knows ppl! Still worried
Nick Cheer Definitely. Look into options to fight the ticket if have good defense.
Btw, the thought of court might seem nerve-racking, but it’s not as worrisome once you’re there.
Kevin Kang thanks man, and I was completely honest w/ my officer! Told him I was on my way home & and the weather was nice and I just been enjoying the empty road lol, was literally 5min away from home. As soon as he came to my window I apologized for speeding and told him once I aaa him I slowed down, and knew that I was speeding!
@@nickthelad23 Np man, love the candid conversation with the officer.
One thing to note, however is that you told him that you were speeding.
If you fight the ticket, the officer might use this as evidence against you in court. Do ask about this with your aunt/ attorney though.
But truly, you are an honest guy with no bad intentions. The officer/ judge will be lenient towards you in court.
Haha I'm in Ontario but we operate the same. You attended a Provincial Offences Court aka traffic court and the presiding Judiciary is actually a Justice of the Peace (referred to as 'Your Worship') and is not a Judge (referred to as 'Your Honour').
The 'officer' in court speaking to the JP as you mentioned is actually the municipal prosecutor, they are the legal representative for the City and they are tasked with prosecuting charges issued by police officers. You and the prosecutor would've had a conversation prior to the JP being called into the courtroom. The prosecutor elected to amend your current charge (driving with a handheld device) to a lower charge that didn't carry demerit points upon conviction but is still a minor violation on your driver's abstract and a fine is still required, so that would satisfy prosecutions - it's basically a win/win for them. They don't care about points on your licence, that's only point system for the ministry or transportation to keep you and your licence in line. The city/province share revenue from fines and they also avoided a trial which can be costly to the city because city prosecutors can be dealing with by-law summonses which would result in a higher fine + more direct revenue to the city. The JP refused the joint position of a guilty plea to an amended charge because the JP felt it was too lenient on young drivers such as yourself and wanted this conviction to result in a lesson learned. The essay is extremely innovative in my opinion, we have yet to adopt that here in Ontario.
Anyway, thanks for reading. I am just another government employee :P
Hi Briand, I read your comment and thanks for the info. Just a question, it is possible to ask the judge to not deduct my points, right? Is it true that the insurance company will not raise my premium without deducting points? Thanks a lot!
@@mingyaoyang7555 This is where a lot of people are confused, demerit points or penalty points as they are called in B.C.. The Justice CANNOT reduce any penalty points. Penalty points are set by regulation and are controlled by the ministry of transportation to keep track of your driving record. Penalty points are applicable depending on the charge. Insurance companies do not rely on points, they only look at the disposition of the case.
For example, if you were found guilty in Ontario for driving with a handheld device the fine is $615 + 3 demerit points, the ministry of transportation will ADD the points onto your licence and if you have too many points accumulated it will result in a suspension or cancellation of your licence. Your car insurance company will see that you were convicted (found guilty) of the handheld device ticket. Your insurance company will be not happy about it. This will warn them that you are a careless driver and therefore could prove to be a high-risk customer. Then you may see a dramatic increase in your premiums in the range of 10% or up to even 20%. In addition, if you are convicted for other traffic infractions too many times, then they may review your coverage and even deny renewal. If you cause a collision while driving and texting, then your insurer may increase your premiums by almost 50%. An at-fault accident on your driving record could raise your rates by even 100%. All of this is between you and your insurance company and has nothing to do with points.
I hope this helps, don't be afraid to refer to the court guide for more information, access the guide here and refer to page 14 for information on penalties:
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/courthouse-services/fines-payments/pay-dispute-ticket/prov-violation-tickets
Thanks Brian. Your comment is very helpful. I got a ticket for not yielding to pedestrians 2 years ago, requested a trial but never heard back from the court. I just got a letter today saying I need to pay the fine because I am sentenced in absentia. I immediately called the court office and filed the documents for reopening. I do expect to have a proper trial, but this timeline is just ridiculous
Never plead guilty
I just got my first ticket, the cop said he clocked me going a 28 in a 20 school zone, I’m going to court soon, I have no idea what to even do n I’m only 17 rip
Hey Mollie, your age is actually a good thing. They will see that you had your first life lesson.
Here’s what you need to think about:
What do I want the ticket penalty to be reduced to?
Then, go to court 15 min early and chat with the cop.
Kevin Kang thank you ! But actually I’m not sure if the cop will show, he is a elementary school cop, and my court date is set on a school day in the morning when that elementary starts lol not sure if that will make a difference though..
@@mot7652 Great point. I would come a bit prepared still, but there is a possibility your cop will not show up.
Dude same thing happened to me! Except I was going 31 and with my foot on the break STILL slowing down
Always plead not guilty. When the cop asks (do you know why I pulled you over) always say you don't know! It's all a racket
what happens if I said i’m gulty
Wait.. so if tge officer don't show up the ticket will be dismissed?
Klavius Tanushi Yes your ticket will be dismissed if your officer does not show up
I received a court summon for being clocked at 73 in a 55. It’s my first offense and I’m petrified! I’ve cried all day.
How did it go? Mines tomorrow morning
Caught going 70 in a 55 today first offense
63 in 25
@@gusthebus2542 omg 🗿
@@lancestrong4772 It was just a ticket. I don’t have to go to court!!! 😂
I’m going to court Jan 4 for speeding going 80 in a 45, driving without a license, (I had a permit) so also driving without an adult can somebody tell me what to expect ? This is my first time getting pulled over
Talk to prosecution about deals not officer (cop) has no authority to make deals
I’m going to court tomorrow for canceled registration, not stopping and a stop sign, and swerving while driving. My car is on my brother’s insurance and he had switched providers and I wasn’t put back on it for a few weeks because I couldn’t afford the price change. I haven’t drove it while it wasn’t on insurance. After I was put back on his insurance, I had drove to and from work only for four days and was pulled over at 1 am. I had clocked in at 11 am and had gotten off work after midnight and I had drove one of my coworkers home. They were on my way home and I offered them a ride. It was dark, there were no cars on the road, and I was exhausted from work when he pulled me over. I never knew that your registration can be canceled if you don’t have insurance on your vehicle for almost a month, no one ever told me and I had just got my license. I didn’t find out about the registration until the officer told me.
When he pulled me over, he made me take a breathalyzer to make sure I wasn’t drunk and then gave me a citation for what I mentioned earlier. I never passed any stop signs that I knew of and the swerving was because I’m a new driver and I was tired.
I’m scared to go to court not because of the demerits or anything (I have never been in trouble before and this is my first time getting pulled over), it’s just that I can’t afford any costs. I can’t even afford my current bills at the moment because I had to take a week off of work recently because I had covid. My brother and his wife are struggling to help me pay for what I owe but it’s putting them in a tight spot as well.
I’m going to try to plead not guilty and explain my situation in hopes they understand my case. I was pulled over back in December so I’ve been stressing over all this for a while, just more stressed now because I’m even more tight money wise than I was before. I was negative in my bank a few days ago and now I believe I have a good dollar and some change in there. I hope they give me a time frame on when I can pay my court fees and anything else because I literally can not afford to pay at this very moment.
I just got pulled over for improper erratic lane change and fail to obey highway markings. So the police offer said my bill will be 100 dollars total. But, I had no gas so I was trying to get their quick. I’m nervous I have a court next week
Al Obeid Hey I was in the same shoes as you.
A good way to actually get rid of the nerves is to check out the court beforehand. It’s not as big as it is.
Chat with your officer next week. There’s a good chance you can get it reduced.
I legit got a misdemeanor because I was watching princess and the frog at the park at 2 am.
Update Oct 2021: it was reduced to an infraction.
Lmao
Blazing it probably too. Bozo
@@doom3380 nah.
Fuelometer 😂😂😂😂😂
94 in a 55 smh feel like that shit was bullshit didn’t feel like no fucking 94 bruh 😂
Are you had to deal with request traffic school and it will not show up on your record. The courts will always great to traffic school because it is money for the city, in the same way that's why they wrote you that ticket because they have a ticket quota to meet.
I'm facing a stunt driving charge. 6 points on my license with a possible jail sentence, and a 1-3 year license suspension. I hired a traffic ticket lawyer on a payment plan, $378.55X3 $372 and $372 they have 5 star reviews. A lot of their Clients were facing a stunt driving charge and these guys were able to get their charge reduce to a speeding ticket instead with points. I was doing 96km/h in a 50km/h speed limit zone 46km over.
Never pay it’s a scam . Ur sapped to be smart enough to get out of it your self.
Always ask for the injured party .
Follow me . I’ve beat it 2times with felony’s.
Hi Kevin, thanks for your video. My question is, I have a stop sign ticket worth $200 with 3demerits while I travel to Gatineau(Quebec) with my Ontario driver’s license last week. Due to the pandemic, I have to contest my ticket with an online form that has just 2 options “guilty or not guilty “. The incident happens at a stop sign during a heavy snow and my brake couldn’t hold the car to a complete stop so I have to move on to avoid being swerved off the road, immediately an officer pull me aside and issued the ticket. What’s the best way to approach this as the amount of the ticket isn’t my issue but the demerits? Should I plead guilty with the online form and see if I can get the demerits dropped? I have a clean driving record and this is my first ticket ever.
Hi Isaac, I had to fill out a form like that too, but not online.
Not sure why yours only gives 2 options, because in BC we have additional options that allow us to go to court.
I selected the option that says "guilty and go to court."
Best way to drop your demerits is to find a way to go to court. (I'd maybe call the courts that issued your ticket and ask about that). Then negotiate with your officer there.
@@kevinkang4427 Thanks Kevin for your response, the number on the ticket doesn’t give option to talk to anyone except to go on their website and pay your fines or plea. Maybe I’ll email them. Thanks once again
I'm curious. Once your fine is given at the end after the sentence, do you have to pay the fine on the spot or else you are not allowed to leave?
Or are you given a certain time limit after the court date to pay?
The judge will give you a certain time limit after the court. The pay date can be discussed with the judge as well.
I'm terrified I'm going to traffic court in Texas and I'm scared to death
I got pulled over by the cops and they are telling me that I was doing 73mph in a 50 mph lane. I simply don't believe that I was going that fast on the highway. I ended up pleading not guilty. The only proof that I have is that I don't see the technology on the ticket that the cop used to measure my speed. It is not on the traffic ticket that I have received. What can I do? Can I do anything?
I think you can probably use that lack of proof on your ticket as a question you ask the cop for your case.
What if the cop doesn’t show up but I planned on pleading guilty anyway? Could I get it dismissed?
Yep you can get it dismissed if the cop does not show up, they have no evidence
Asian in court ??? And excited 😆 bro this not your place , I can tell you one thing ,judge will reverse ticket and will give it cop and will nstruct him wtf dude we’re you drunk 😂
I looked this up and honestly your video kinda helped. But I’m stuck and idk what to do. I got cited for an accident that happened, I got careless driving plus collision with a pedestrian because the pedestrian crossed into my lane on a state road. There were no crosswalks and I have witnesses that told the officers the man that pushes her everyday took her purse from her and she was following him to get it back. Plea guilty?
Never been in court either, no traffic violations or anything on my record. The pedestrian also got cited.
And the reason I got careless driving was because I had looked at my phone in my cup holder for gps.
Thanks Lexie. Seems like a bit of a complicated case, but I would start with: why are you pleading guilty?
Do you want your ticket price reduced? Are you trying to reduce the penalty/ points on your license?
Because it does seem like you are admitting guilt and are taking responsibility for it, such as when mentioning glancing at your phone. If you talk with the officer, he will most likely lower your ticket or penalty. And the judge will too, in the courtroom.
@@kevinkang4427 I’m thinking about pleading no contest. Which means technically, I’m not admitting guilt but there is evidence that could convict me of careless driving. I have telephonic court, so I am doing it over the phone. Which makes things a little more complicated in terms to speaking with my officer.
@@lexiesierra1262 Interesting. I actually don’t know much about no contest, or telephone court. Knock on wood that your ticket will at least get reduced.
Oh hey only 3 years late on this video (thanks UA-cam for the random recs), but if you're cited for texting and driving, the only way you could be guilty is for actually texting and driving. You weren't cited for "looking at Google maps". So you can contest these simply by showing the time stamps on your phone that you were not in fact texting, and the officer's claim that they saw 'blue light' is just hearsay.
Not true. Some cases you also have to pay court cost if you accept it ALOT of people say well if you are going to accept it then why take the time to just go to court?
Thanks for the video! This was really helpful
@Kevin Kang, may I ask how you found your officer? Are they usually just waiting outside the assigned court room as well or do you have to walk around to find them?
Kiyomi Just saw this reply! They wait outside the assigned court room with other officers. You can ask them if they’re the officer (which I did).
I got busted doing 155 in an 80 yesterday
Yikes!
What happened? I got busted for 103 in a 65, court on the 28th….
@@b3anz999 I dont have court until november but the cop at the scene said I'm probably gonna lose my licence for 12 months (Australia btw)
Thanks so much for the video it was super helpful. I'm sorry your going thru this
if the officer doesnt show up does that mean the case is dismissed and you dont have to pay anything?
Melanie Roselle Yep. I witnessed it as well, one of the people in the courtroom had an officer that wasn’t showing up so the other officers told her she’s lucky haha
Do you think cops don't text when you're driving? Now you're acting like a model minority. Because of the Asian culture we are taught not to make waves, obey the rules and be respectful. This is why Asian people are easy targets. I'm sorry you received a ticket for something both judges in law-enforcement to do in their own personal cars.
What will they give me I had no license and going 66 in a 35 ? Have court in a few months. My record is also clean
There’s two violations I see there. Speeding and no license.
I’ve heard cases where you can ask the officer to drop one charge. But I’m not sure about the severity of your ticket and where you’re from.
Are you pleading guilty?
@@kevinkang4427 on the ticket its 1 infraction for no license and the other infraction is for the speeding. I'm also in California and I have a clean record as well and I guess plead guilty I just signed the ticket and called to have someone pick me up first time run in with the law
Having a clean record is good when you’re going to court. If you’re pleading guilty, there’s a good chance your ticket will be reduced and you’ll pay less.
Go to court 15 min earlier as well and talk it over with the officer.
@@kevinkang4427 thanks for the reply bro ima try to get my license before court so it can hopefully look even better lol learned my lesson had to pay 650 to get my mom's car out lol
@@yosmokey7108 Oh yeah that will help for sure. And damn that ain’t cheap lol... at least it’s a good lesson at a young age.
I also just got a texting ticket and disputed it. Did you hear of other's results during court for this issue? I wonder if most or all cops just drop the fine and lower the points from 4 points to 2 or zero?
I did not hear other people’s results but I’ll tell you what happened with me.
When the cop and I were negotiating before entering the courtroom, he told me that he cannot lower or remove the points.
But he immediately agreed when I asked to change the ticket to a Registered Owner (which drops the points from 4 to zero).
The judge did not allow that, so I was stuck with the original ticket.
If you work with the cop, he or she may change your fine to a less severe penalty. You don’t get what you don’t ask for.
Best of luck with your dispute
@@kevinkang4427 Weird cause most of the time when people dispute, the officer lowers the penalty and possibly the points. Thats why people dispute tickets. Maybe your officer was just tough.
At the end, your process of having to go court did had no results and you were stuck with original fine/points?
John Tran The judge reduced my original ticket from $368 to $50 after. So not bad, but not what I was looking for.
Where I’m from, Vancouver, Canada, the point system might vary from yours. RoadSafety BC- which is separate from the court, makes these penalty decisions regarding demerit points. Along with our one and only Insurance Corporation.
So after court, the two agencies likely assess what our fine was. Then they deduct points and insurance hikes as follows.
@@kevinkang4427 Cool, i'm from vancouver too!
John Tran Aye! My Vancouver buddy hmu if you got more questions abt traffic court
i had my licence suspended for 2 weeks for drifting in a parking lot and after those two weeks i was able to drive again but then another 2 weeks later i have court and i only have 1 demerit point left, are they gonna suspend my licence or just fine me
The second time are you going to court for another offence? If so, you can negotiate with the officer to not put points on your license.
@@kevinkang4427 no this is my first time going court
All States have a Motor Vehicle Code within that Title you can find what i have found = Washington State...... Title 46 RCW
MOTOR VEHICLES RCW 46.98.030 = Title, chapter, section headings NOT PART OF LAW. Title headings, chapter headings, and section or subsection headings, AS USED IN THIS TITLE DO NOT CONSTITUTE ANY PART OF THE LAW. [ 1961 c 12 § 46.98.030.] All traffic tickets in Washington State fall under Title 46
I did not break/violate any LAW...... Case Dismissed...........
Do you have any idea if in the uk the same rules apply?
Do the fine or points increase if I go to court?
This one I’m not too sure about.
I got pulled over and ticketed last night for an unsafe lane change. I'm debating on whether I should pay the fine or fight the ticket in court. I can afford the fine, and if I pay it, I'll take a course to get the points off my license.
Looks like you got this figured out. In this case, I would follow your intuition. Regarding fighting it in court, it might take a couple months of wait before going to court. During that time, I would also consider the worth of your time attending court and preparing an argument.
Kudos for owning up to your mistakes.
That sucks I do not know the justice can reject a plea deal and why is he doing that if the prosecutor is willing to accept the term then he is not. Can you appeal and ask for another trial instead?
Even though I negotiated with the officer before the court started, the judge rejected our plea deal because it would have eliminated all my points. The judge said it isn’t fair to the legal system. I had to be held responsible.
To my knowledge, there is no re-trial. Once the decision was made, I had to go down and pay the fine immediately.
@@kevinkang4427 I mean if there is a victim in the situation or your action have cause some damage to the public then it is fair to say it is not fair to let you off easy. In your case it is just youself not one else is harmed. I think the legal system supposed to correct and teach people in the purpose of making us safe. If you learned your lessons and will not do it again in the future then it serve its propose. This justice basically cause you to lost your license and the rights of driving and leave a premnant record on your life for a small mistake you made when you young. I think that law doesn't simply mean to punish people like this. And you plea guilty because you and the officer established an agreement. If the justice is not going honor it then you should have a right to have trail proceed like normal rather than just let him impose a harsher sentence.
kevin gose Couldn’t have said it better. The roads are safer because of the justices and this whole experience taught me a lesson gratefully, before something unfortunate could happen down the line.
i'm scared about my court date tomorrow morning. I got 3 tickets the same day for - expired license, no registration and no insurance. I had my insurance but just didn't find it in the wallet though I looked there. Can I got to jail? Can I get a misdemeanor? I am planning on pleading guilty. Would the officer show up as well?
Hi I don’t know much about misdemeanors but you definitely won’t go to jail. There is a chance your officer may not show up,
May I ask what happened with this? I got pulled over a few days ago on an expired license and got issued a must appear court citation and I’m soooo scared of getting jail time. Like terrified.
Thank for sharing I m in Ontario Canada really worried had 10 yrs clean driving record its my first ticket in a construction zone there were no signs when u enter the road. So long story short I got disobey sign tkt turning right on red light I even stopped at right light for yielding traffic. I am not saying I am innocent I clearly missed the no right turn sign I am worried about demerit points any one with similar experience.
Hi I don't reside in Ontario but what I can say is that disputing your ticket never hurts.
Then, if you are concerned about demerit points, you might be able to negotiate that with your officer. They will be much more lenient due to your clean driving record.
I'm prepping for my 1st traffic court appearance next month for having my Blue LED lights on. What kinds of questions does the judge ask?
“Explain what happened that day”
“Are you pleading innocent or guilty”
Expect those 2 main questions, the cop will be standing to address any questions as well.
@@kevinkang4427 Much thanks for getting back to me. Also, did the judge in your case ask more questions or just those 2? In case, I need to prepare myself and be ready for those. Also, did the judge take your word for it or is extra evidence needed to back up your claims?
@@rictawheels88 He asked if I’m a student. The judge also asked me to recite the rules on my Drivers License, so he knows that I am a responsible citizen. (Such as no drinking, no drugs, *no texting* ).
The judge took my word.
101 @55 freeway Nassau county 😭😭😭
@a k i n o dropped everything speed ticket 80 on 55 4 points did a defensive driving course down to 1-2 points if your in nyc I got a quality lawyer
I might have gotten pulled over for doing 81 in a 55. The officer gave me a ticket and there is no fine on it, all it says is that I have to go to court.
Interesting, never heard of. Usually it’s optional to go to court. You’ll likely see your cop there still
@@kevinkang4427 it says that I have to go 😓. I’m extremely nervous about the whole thing because I have literally never done anything wrong like this before. I’m not sure what to expect punishment wise.
@@lisamonzon1519 I got the same at first but you should get the ticket in the mail in 3-4 weeks and it will show give you more information about the ticket and the options you have and as well as the amount
I have the same problem from the speeding ticket @Lisa Monzon. Hopefully things would work out for me since this is my 1st speeding ticket that I have to go to court and I plea not guilty. Wish me luck, and I also wish others good luck as well.
@@evingalarza8412 update?
I have court next month and I’m scared as hell. He told me I was caught going 87 over 65
ayuana bradford Hey I had the same nervousness as well before. I went beforehand to get comfortable w the environment, which helps
Kevin Kang Thats good tips thank you! What was court like?
ayuana bradford Court was pretty quick- and The traffic judge are really nice, as well as the officer when he was next to me on the podium
Kevin Kang Ok good to know because I’m scared as I don’t want it to stay on my record it’s my first speeding ticket
How much did you have to pay??
I got a ticket for driving with no license and a illegal u turn I got court tomorrow my fine is 610 I’m on cal works I cannot that high amount that will definitely cause hard ship I’m in California
Just got ticket for doing 102 in 60 on the Freeway and it’s 440 🤦🏾♂️
Darn. Are you disputing it?
I was doing something similar
Only 440? No court summons or anything? Man you’re lucky. I did 78 in a 40 (was late to work and I wasn’t paying attention to my speed) and right when I noticed my speed and began to slow down, a cop got me on his radar. I’m 16 and might get a misdemeanor and confiscated license.
@@doodlebob1184 did they take your license ?
@@nhuy4931 nope I got off with probation, driving safety program, and an enhanced fine. No points or anything of the sort, either. I'm certain that if I'd been doing 80, I would have lost my license.
Hey my dad was going 90 in a 65 zone then the officer said it’s 120 uhh how much money or stuff is that and can he get a death penalty for it
TTV Z3X4L Depends where you live, for here in BC I believe a speeding ticket is $196. But sounds like your dad got incorrectly slapped with excessive speeding.
This is something that should be fought in court or negotiated with the officer.
Also no there is no death penalty for that.
Kevin Kang thanks I live in Canada Ontario for it
I went 18 mph over the speed limit with my provisional license and already paid the ticket, will i get my license taken away.
I have to go to court now because I was caught doing 69 in a 55 on radar “supposedly” so well see wish me luck it’s my first offense
I got pulled over due to me driving my friend car i didn’t know her stuff was expired I don’t have a license
Can you tell me brother was happened their?
99 in a 45 😩someone help
just got a ticket for 75 in a 45 earlier, how’d your situation end up going?
I get the whole WMAF thing now
Hey bro me and a coworker got caught racing. We both lined up and the cop seen us and as we both pulled away he sped up and knew we were racing but didn’t know how fast we were going. He wrote in the ticket for the both of us that we were going 85 on a 65 and Monday will be my our court date. It’ll be my first time going to court what’s the best thing to say to the judge when she asked why were both pulled over going 85, should I tell the reason? Like hell them We were both racing or just say something like we both didn’t know we were going that fast? The officer saved our asses we both were going atleast 120… Should I admit that we were both racing or what should be my reasoning?
This is a tough call. The judge will ask you quite a few questions, so I think being real with the judge will serve you well, as you can confirm the stories. That might also lead to a reduced ticket since you guys are honest.
Oh okay yea that’s what I thought about. Also how is it like going to the court as first time? What’s your best advice?
@@KingKongDill it was nerve racking at first. My best advice is to dress well, which I coulda done better to show additional respect. By arriving a bit earlier you may also see the officer and chat with them.
@@kevinkang4427 i got you man! Thanks lol 8 hours before I go in hahahah Man… did you have to say “your honor” all dat or juss “yes mam, no sir”? And yeah once they asked me Imma def just tell em we got at it and didn’t see the cop. Imma 100% just plead guilty and not lie.
@@KingKongDill Yep, I did say that, I might not have had to- but the officer said Your Honor or Your Worship first so I just said what they said.
Did you ever request supervision?
Didn’t know that could be requested so, no
@@kevinkang4427 oh okay. Any updates on what has happened since?
@@athletic_joseph1236 No new update except I have about a year before I can get my full license, as the timer restarted
If I requested an extension on my ticket why can’t I have the option of taking driving school?
Fight it every time, don’t be a shmuck
You are preparing this like a college entrance exam or job interview.... Very professional... but i hope you don't need to build relationship with the officer...haha... The essay thing is probably because you are a young student, male, you know in the high risk bucket. Just guessing.
um have u not seen his pinned updated comment😬 moral of the story cops are pigs!
You are very handsome, thanks for sharing.
Did you choose OPtion #3 on the back of the ticket to "plea not guilty" in order to go to court?
I chose Option B. "I agree that I committed this offense and I want to appear in court."
In truth, it didn't matter what I selected. The judge still asked me if I was pleading Innocent or Guilty.
@@danlb2 Case is done, there won’t be trial after you pay.
Hey bro i got a ticket for 138 $ and it is my second ticket
I got an early resolution meeting tomorrow for a $500 ticket for careless driving. Let’s see how that goes.
Are you pleading guilty or innocent?
Kevin Kang I’m pleading “guilty with an explanation”
@@user-ge7tw7qi6p Nice, hope it goes well bro, get those penalties reduced
What happen now
I have to go to court for driving without a license and i am going to plead guilty will I go to jail? This is my first time getting in trouble and i just want to pay the fine . And do the judge give yo options rather than going to jail?
Hey Jaay, You don’t go to jail from traffic offences. The worse they can really do is suspend your license and make you pay fines.
Now because you are pleading guilty, it will help you lower your fine amount if you do it right with the judge.
Very cute… I meant the picture behind you
I'm about to go to court for doing 60 in a 30MPH zone, I'm going to try to request a fine reduction and have no points on my drivers record.
How’d it go?
@@shmoneygaming1691 Not bad tbh, judge was nice and reduced my fine from $290 to $100 but I still had to do a drivers improvement program.
@theshanshami how did it go
judge was pretty chill, reduced my fine from $290 to $100 and I had to do a drivers improvement program@@oluwatobiawobayikun8434
@TheShanshami thanks for the feedback man
Yeah except the legal system doesn't hold people accountable.
I saw this whole video while driving
Hey, so im required to attend court in person, *sigh*. I was recently caught doing 96 in a 50 mph interstate in staten island (nyc). I have to call the dmv tomorrow and schedule a hearing. Now im focused on searching for the things to say in presence of a judge. I've never been to court before this my first offense EVER. I plan on saying something along the lines of " goodafternoon your honor. I stand before you today in hopes that theres a chance of me mitigating the impact this may have on me obtaining my future license and to reduce the fine price".
Bro Im essentially a beginner driver driven 7 times with my friends car. I currently do not own a license but i have a permit. (Dont worry i committed the offense with a licensed driver in the car which is my friend). I was using this opportunity to drive me and my friend back home as practice. We live in Brooklyn was comjng back from Philadelphia. it was my first time ever driving on an expressway/ freeway. It was 2 in the morning, we were tired and the road was vacant. Im new to the whole driving thing so i didnt think the act i committed can be thos severe. Now im facing 11 points before i even obtain my license. Pray for me bro 🙏 im pleading guilty btw in hopes i can get these points reduced ill pay the fine, but them points gotta go..
QUESTION: even if im pleading guilty does the officer have to be there?
Hey man, I been through your same thought process. I also wanted my points to be reduced, and pay the full fine. I used to be overwhelmed by the whole thing.
First, to answer your question: If the officer isn't there, the charges are dropped. You can plead innocent in this case.
Now if your cop DOES show up, have a chat with him. Negotiate with him to reduce the points, and let him know you're pleading guilty. Once you get the cop on your good side, both of you can get the judge to reduce the ticket.
Now your script of saying "good afternoon your honor..." is very respectable. From my experience, you are taking accountability for your actions and the judge will see this in a good manner, especially due to the fact it's your first time getting a ticket.
@@kevinkang4427 thanks bro i really appreciate the support, im going to take everything you say into consideration. The thing is if i plead innocent in court because he didn't show up what excuse can i possibly make? I get that it may be dismissed but i heard its also a chance that the judge him/herself will continue with the case, like asking me my defense and i really dont know a defense because i went 46 over the limit. At this point saying "it was a mistake" wouldn't be a defense lol fuckkkl i hate this situation.
@@ronaldseyez Np bro.
My friend was excessive speeding recently, and his cop didn’t show up so the judge told him “go slower next time” and dropped the charges.
They don’t really have evidence to convict you if the cop doesn’t show up, aside from maybe driving without a license... But do ask others around your city, see what happen to them.
Omg! Did you end up going to court yet? I got a ticket in Staten Island as well my hearing is on Tuesday and I’m trying to figure out how to save myself from losing points, I’m hoping my clean record will help.
@@Fiddlestackss Nah, i never went to court yet because they kept postponing the hearing date presumably due to covid. As of right now my next hearing date is in july. Im thinking about just paying it off in full, i still have no idea as to wat the exact price of the fine is, but i spoke to someone at the dmv and they said some where around 500 😅. Though the fine stated that the offense i committed requires me to attend court, im now not to sure how accurate that is because when i called dmv the same person stated that i could speak to a judge over the phone and just pay then. Honestly not to scare u or anything but i HEARD that the judge at the traffic court in staten island is horrible and has one of the highest like convictions in ny state i believe. But i would assume that with any judge you'll see negative reveiws. But i hope everything goes well for you tuesday. Can i ask what was the offense u committed? And please keep me updated 🙏
Kid is so naive lol
The cop has no authority in court
I got a ticket for left turn on yellow light, i don’t know if it is unlawful to turn on yellow light?
Hmm I thought you’re supposed to turn left on a yellow light, otherwise you block traffic.
Maybe the laws are different where you are from, but in either case, you should dispute this ticket
Hello I took my first ticket can u please help me what should I do???
Hi what was the offence? As a general rule of thumb, always dispute the ticket.
I got taken for 90 on a 65 road. Never ever broken the law or speeding ticket before and I am 27 living in usa California … what do you think will happen? Can I ask for defense driving lessons and reduce points ? Will they remove my license? I need to get to work somehow ..
It’s very unlikely they will take away your privilege to drive.
You can certainly ask for reduced points, as your record is clean. I’m not sure about lessons though, we don’t have that where I’m from.
@@kevinkang4427 thanks for the reply… I guess there’s some what hope the officer doesn’t show up still.
So you suggest I plead guilty and after I plead guilty I say I am sorry,,, this is my first offense ,,, can I have points reduced ?
@@jakobabrahamssonortiz7060 Np up to you to plead guilty or innocent, I’d ask a lawyer if you want to plead innocent. But the key is to talk with the officer-by going to court 15 min early.
By negotiating with the cop (to plead guilty), they can reduce your points or modify the ticket.
I got a 615 fine ticket for handheld, when I pay it right away then I got a letter of 30 suspension. Now I'm waiting for the demerit points and insurance fees and suspension record on my license for 3 years. Insurance fee could go up to 50% higher. It means I was paying 280 per month and now +50% 140 going to be 420
Wow... it’s another reason to try to remove points. Just insurance alone is 🤯
@@kevinkang4427 how much does your insurance increase?
@@segentsegay8227 I’m not sure how much, as I am a co-signer with my mom. But it did increase
How do I pay a tint ticket even tho I have to go to court
I thought once you go to court, you don’t have to pay the ticket until the decision is made after the court.
I just got a ticket for not displaying an “N” and overloading, I told the officer my coworker took my N 3 days before the incident and I yet didn’t have time to pick up another N sign because I was off those next three days. For overloading, I told the officer that my buddies helped me replace my headlight bulbs that went out the night before so I treated them for food. I was completely in the wrong but do you think it’s still worth giving a shot to dispute it, what is it like?
I definitely think it’s worth to dispute, as it is your first offence and you are taking responsibility.
I’m not sure what it’s like with COVID and online hearings, but if you go to court, show up 15 min early. Then you can negotiate with the officer and reduce/ drop a ticket.
If not, the judge may reduce the cost of your ticket... The worst that can really happen is you spend 1hour of time.
91 in a 70 big sad rn