Okay so I wrote a bad check (and unfortunate on my part- I thought it cleared) for a renewed license back in August. My mail got mixed up (as it always does) with our two neighbors and I just found out I have a court date tomorrow and my license is suspended. I am very scared because I don't want to get arrested. It was for a $34 check. Should I come to court with all the payments ready?
They also said they are going to take my license - how long will I be on suspension? How long does it take to get a license restored. I have no other things against my license - no accumulated points other than a bounced check and now I owe them a total of $160 for the whole process.
If anyone can tell me exactly what will happen - that would be appreciated.
2006-10-26 15:29:04 · 6 answers · asked by actresscye 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I am in New Jersey.
2006-10-26 15:38:13 · update #1
most likely, you will be asked to pay the fine, and your license will be returned. Don't be afraid of the judge, you will not get arrested.
2006-10-26 15:31:33 · answer #1 · answered by daniswired 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't be afraid.
Whatever you do, don't skip court. No matter what, make sure you get there!!!
Tell the judge that in order to get to work, you NEED to keep your license. Judges like to help people be responsible and keep their jobs. Tell the judge that you've already had to pay bank fees for the bounced check. And tell him that this is not normal for you. That you don't usually bounce checks. Bring your bank statements for the past few months if you can to prove that you usually have money in your account.
He might dismiss the whole thing.
2006-10-26 22:41:38 · answer #2 · answered by loves2fly84095 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes errors do occur and the courts are conscience of that, my suggestion is yes, go to court yes, pay the fine and no, you will not get arrested..weather you lose your license depends on the infraction you committed..and also if you absolutely need your license to get to and from work you may be able to arrange with the court, usage of your license/car for periods necessary to maintain your employment..good luck and safe driving..
2006-10-26 22:39:28 · answer #3 · answered by Bxrock 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That depends on your state's laws. In general, you should be able to go to your hearing, pay the fines, and the suspension will be lifted. Your best bet in the future, pay cash for things like this.
Good luck :-)
Oh, and get a receipt :-)
2006-10-26 22:33:17 · answer #4 · answered by rvogelpohl2001 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know but my advice to you is to start today
being more careful. Otherwise, things could go from
bad to worse (and you surely don't want that to
happen).
2006-10-26 22:32:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can be given a chance but promised that you will pay soon.
2006-10-26 22:54:51 · answer #6 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋