2007-09-26 07:01:50 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
The copy of the summons you receive is a "Copy" and the officer swears to the "Original" when the ticket is turned in.
If you think the lack of his signature on your copy will void the ticket....I'd suggest you contact the clerks office in your area and seek their advise...not that of those who tell you the ticket is void!
Best wishes.
2007-09-26 07:08:44 · answer #1 · answered by KC V ™ 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it valid. You can request to see the officers copy of the citation, however, if by some small chance the officer forgot to sign the citation (which I have done in the past) its not a pass, depending on your state, it will fall under good faith rules, meaning, that a cleical error wont negate the citation.
2007-09-26 08:29:57 · answer #2 · answered by fretmannn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is not signed you may be able to get it thrown out in court. If the original is signed then the citation will stand. I have forgot to sign citations before and signed the original and submitted it to court and had the person convicted. Also, if the prosecutor catches it before the trial he can make a motion to amend it and have the officer sign it. That would be valid also.
2007-09-26 07:31:00 · answer #3 · answered by El Scott 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You copy of the citation may not have a visible signature on it (due to the number of copies made during the issue), but the original is in the hands of the court. I'm sure it has a signature.
2007-09-26 07:31:56 · answer #4 · answered by Robert S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. A traffic citation is an affidavit where the officer swears without oath that he saw you commit a traffic offense. Without a signature, it is void.
2007-09-26 07:05:29 · answer #5 · answered by David L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A traffic citation is not a legal document. It is a 'summons' in lieu of arrest. All it need contain is the date and time of appearance on your copy, all the rest is gravy.
2007-09-26 08:37:56 · answer #6 · answered by Reston 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a perfect time to consult an attorney, when there is a great chance they can take a mistake and turn it into a victory, where you may not.
2007-09-26 07:10:24 · answer #7 · answered by Hanna 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can ask the judge that when the case comes up .
2007-09-26 07:04:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, It is still valid.
2007-09-26 07:45:53 · answer #9 · answered by Kevy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋