Should i just pay a ticket even if it has a mistake on it?
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Should i just pay a ticket even if it has a mistake on it?
My speeding ticket lists the wrong make and color of my car.
Asked on June 25, 2017 under General Practice, Alaska
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
As a general rule, "clerical" errors such putting down the wrong make and color of car on a traffic ticket is not sufficient enough cause to have a case dismissed. This type of administrative mistake is deemed to be harmless will be corrected by the court.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
As a general rule, "clerical" errors such putting down the wrong make and color of car on a traffic ticket is not sufficient enough cause to have a case dismissed. This type of administrative mistake is deemed to be harmless will be corrected by the court.
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