When a person goes to court for a car accident, are there “legal fees” added as well as the fine?
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When a person goes to court for a car accident, are there “legal fees” added as well as the fine?
If I plead “no lo”, I pay the fine but no points on my license, correct? However, I don’t get to speak to a judge to tell my side. If I request another court date, I can speak to a judge at that time, tell my side and take my chances – which means I not only pay the fine but get points on my license as well. Is that correct?
Asked on June 16, 2015 under Accident Law, Georgia
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
It depends on what you plead to or, if you go to trial (before the judge), are convicted of: the offense you plead to or are convicted of may have a fine alone or may have a fine and points. If you're thinking of pleading, make sure to ask the prosecutor before you plead if there are points. Typically court costs (usually in the $40 - $60 range) are added to the fine. If you're worried about points, hire an experienced traffic court or municipal court attorney to help you--experienced counsel, especially one who knows the prosecutor and judge, will greatly increase your odds of avoiding points.
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