I was given a ticket for unisured ,unregistered vehicle and attaching wrong plates.It is checked criminal offense.
The problem is that I was not the one driving the unregistered car-my wife was.She only got a ticket for operating with expired driver's license.The police listed me as the owner but that is also incorrect-she is the owner.
Can the police officer give me the ticket anyway? What can I expect at the court date? Do I need a lawyer?
Thank you
2007-09-01 05:04:24 · 7 answers · asked by profxp7 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I am not listed as the owner.The police got my name because the plates attached on the vehicle belong to the car that is in my name ( and hers )
2007-09-01 05:12:42 · update #1
My wife attached the plates to the newly bought van.I am still married to her and we live togetherThe dealer told her she can attach the plates because it's only
20 minutes ride.She told that to the officer but he said it was still her responsibility.She had the car registered and insured the same day.Police gave her a ticket for expired license and listed her as the driver of unregistered vehicle.Then gave her the other ticket IN MY NAME for being the owner of unregistered vehicle.
Why was I given the ticket?The car is in her name only.
2007-09-01 05:44:57 · update #2
he can give you any ticket he wants its weather or not it will hold up in court all you can do is take the evidence in and let your voice be heard but by doing so you may be shafting your wife.
2007-09-01 05:29:38 · answer #1 · answered by truthteller 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I simply don't believe your story. IF the officer issues a ticket for an unregistered vehicle, they will establish ownership from the VIN number, not the plates they have already determined do not belong to the vehicle. Every dealer I have ever known issues 30 day tags whenever they sell any vehicle and usually handles getting permanent plates. IF the dealer said your wife could use the existing plates, they LIED. That is NEVER legal in any state. Some states allow you to transfer plates from on vehicle to another, but you have to do that before driving the new vehicle with those plates.
2007-09-01 14:54:52 · answer #2 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest a lawyer. In CA, false evidence of registration (plate swapping to make an unregistered car look registered) is a criminal, versus traffic, offense. The insurance offense is a high $$$ offense. There are several unanswered questions I would ask that seem not to important until you understand where I am going.
Is this your current wife? Do you live together? Is there a pending separation or divorce? This goes to the status of community property and the argument that you own that car despite your name not being on the registration. It was on the registration of the car to which the plate belonged if I understand correctly. The assumption, which is arguable in court, is that, if you and your wife are on good terms and living together, the wrong plate didn't just attach itself and you have culpability in the matter.
Again, in your best interest, consult an attorney.
2007-09-01 12:34:02 · answer #3 · answered by wykedguy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a new one on me. I've never heard of someone receiving a citation that wasn't even on the scene. The laws are definitely different where you live. Technically, she was driving on fictitious plates, because they did not belong to the vehicle. She should have received all the citations, and the dealer was wrong in telling her to put the plates on the car. I suggest that you go to court, and explain the whole situation. The scenario seems totally wrong.
2007-09-02 01:36:42 · answer #4 · answered by CGIV76 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure you are not listed on the title or registration as the co-owner? Otherwise, how would they get your name? From your wife?
2007-09-01 12:08:13 · answer #5 · answered by LEO53 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well you are guilty of something, the plates belonged to you, and you more than likely took them off of one car and placed them on another......as far as a lawyer...forget it save your money, because you are screwed big time, pack the ky
2007-09-01 12:46:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i dont think you need a lawyer but proof of ownership(hers) would help
2007-09-01 12:10:11 · answer #7 · answered by fishshogun 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋