What If My Traffic Ticket is Not Dismissed? Can I Appeal?
Few things are more exasperating that being pulled over by CHP or the police. Most of us know the sinking feeling of seeing the lights behind us. Whatever was on your mind, wherever you were headed all come to a screeching halt when you see those lights. Now the only thing on your mind is:
- “What did I do?”
- “Was I going too fast?”
- “Where is a good and safe place to pull over?”
- “Am I wearing my seat belt?”
- “Where did I put my registration and proof of insurance?”
Your adrenaline is pumping and the whole thing can be very embarrassing. You immediately feel like a common criminal regardless of the offense you have committed.
If you are lucky, you will be confronted by a compassionate cop who will only give you a warning. However, since you are visiting TicketBust.com, this is probably not the case. Don’t feel bad, hundreds and hundreds of Californians are in the same position you are in. TicketBust.com is here to help, allow us to appeal for you.
One thing even more exasperating than being given an initial citation is finding out that your traffic ticket was not reduced or dismissed by the court. If this happens you are faced with the decision to pay the fine or file an appeal for the traffic ticket. If you used TicketBust.com to initially get a dismissal using a Trial By Declaration and received word that it wasn’t dismissed by the court, then TicketBust.com will file an appeal on your behalf. This is known as a Request for New Trial (Trial De Novo) and must be done within 20 days. Unfortunately, if your appeal is granted, you will need to make an appearance in court. However, TicketBust.com will prepare you for your day in court by reviewing your case with you personally and providing all the information you need.
It is important to note that you have the right to an in-person trial before a judge (rather than a trial by written declaration). If you are dissatisfied with the court’s decision you also have the right to a new trail. During an in-person trial to appeal a traffic ticket you also have the rights below:
- To be represented by a criminal attorney
- To have a speedy and public trial
- To present evidence, testify and use court orders without cost to bring witnesses who may have evidence to present on your behalf
- Or, to remain silent and not testify as to not incriminate yourself. Keep in mind, if you have filed a written declaration you waive and give up the right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself
Either way, as long you reside in California, we are behind you 100% to help you appeal traffic ticket or speeding ticket citations.
