Category: Traffic Ticket Law

  • What Is the Difference Between Aggressive Driving and Road Rage?

    What Is the Difference Between Aggressive Driving and Road Rage?

    Introduction: Aggressive driving and road rage both endanger everyone on the road, yet they aren’t identical concepts. Understanding how they differ in scope, intention, and legal impact is vital for anyone looking to stay safe or seek justice after a roadway incident. This article offers a compassionate, straightforward overview of their definitions, behaviors, legal consequences, and… Read more

  • How Long Does a Speeding Ticket Stay on Your Record?

    How Long Does a Speeding Ticket Stay on Your Record?

    Most drivers worry about the lasting effects of a speeding ticket. This concern can be even greater in places like Los Angeles, where traffic enforcement is strict and accident risk is high. One of the first questions people ask is, “How long does a speeding ticket remain on my record?” The short answer is that,… Read more

  • How Long Before an Unpaid Ticket Becomes a Warrant

    How Long Before an Unpaid Ticket Becomes a Warrant

    Texas courts may authorize a bench warrant any time after you miss the “appearance date” on a traffic citation—often just ten days after you receive the ticket. Even minor Class C offenses become arrest-eligible when ignored, and the resulting warrant never expires until you act. The sections below explain the exact timeline, the types of… Read more

  • What Happens If You Plead Not Guilty to a Traffic Ticket and Lose?

    What Happens If You Plead Not Guilty to a Traffic Ticket and Lose?

    Most Texas drivers receive a traffic ticket at some point, and contesting one is your legal right. Yet many worry about what comes next if they fight the citation and still lose. Losing a not‑guilty fight in Texas converts your ticket into a formal conviction, triggering the standard fine and court costs. That conviction stays… Read more