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There is nothing more frustrating to watch than a veteran player who clearly knows what they are supposed to do, but just can't find the rhythm. You see it all the time in sports—that moment where the mechanics are there, the talent is undeniable, but the execution just completely evaporates. It’s like watching someone try to thread a needle while their hands are shaking; no matter how many times they try, it just won't click.
I remember watching a close friend of mine struggle through a similar slump back in his amateur league days. He was the most consistent guy on the team, but once he lost his composure, it was a total meltdown. It wasn't just one mistake; it was a cascade of errors that felt impossible to stop. You start to wonder if it's a physical issue or if the mental pressure just finally snapped something inside.
When a high-level professional has a collapse like that, does it bother you more as a fan, or do you just feel a weird sense of sympathy for them?
Rebecca White4 said:@ Brandon Williams7
Look, in your specific situation, you could actually win an appeal by arguing vested rights. Basically, the new laws aren't supposed to just strip away privileges you already earned under the old rules. If you picked up your driver's license back when the laws were more lenient, they can't just yank that right away from you overnight. Now, obviously, the cops on the street don't care about legal nuances—they just follow whatever the current handbook says—but once you get in front of a judge, this stuff matters. The legal system is built on protecting those established rights.
@ Arthur Smith4
Since you’ve still got about six months before the statute of limitations kicks in, there's a pretty solid chance you can make this work. Honestly? You need to demand a hearing now. You have absolutely nothing to lose. The absolute worst-case scenario is the judge tells you "no," and then what? You're exactly where you started. :-) You should also hammer home the point—both now and if you have to appeal—that the officers should have taken you for a formal blood test. There's no way you were that hammered, and let's be real: a handheld breathalyzer isn't some high-tech medical instrument capable of giving an exact BAC reading.
If things go south, you just appeal the ruling once you get it in the mail, and that's that. The clock will likely run out on them anyway.
The police shouldn't have been the ones to suggest a blood test; he should have demanded one himself.🙂
A Dräger device is a standard measurement tool and is perfectly appropriate for determining alcohol content. 🙄
Adam Wood7 said:Section 293.5 of the local Athletic Association code.
Does this also apply when the police mail out a citation with a payment slip in someone else's name after I've already provided their info?
Look, there is no such thing as "forgiveness" for a violation. You might get a warning for certain infractions, but only if the officer issues it right then and there on the spot. That only applies to minor offenses where the penalty doesn't exceed $333. If you're looking at points on your license or a temporary suspension, forget about the warning. For example, the fine for not wearing a helmet on a moped or motorcycle is $333, but since they also issue a preventative measure, you won't get a warning instead!
mistyseal11 said:The defendant....
HE'S GUILTY
because on August 29, 2007,
1) he was operating his personal vehicle... and it was established that he was driving as a novice driver without having anyone over the age of 25 in the car who holds a valid Class B license and isn't currently under any driving bans.
which means he violated Section 221, Subsection 4 of the Vehicle Code, punishable under Section 221, Subsection 9 of that same statute.
Section 221, Subsection 4 states that a novice driver will be hit with a fine of $333 if they act contrary to the provisions laid out in subsection 3 of this section..
Section 221, Subsection 9 doesn't even exist.
2) because during the same incident, it was determined he didn't have his valid driver's license on him—the one that hasn't been subject to any bans or restrictions.
Section 229, Subsection 5.
A fine of $100 will be imposed on any driver who fails to carry their driver's license or refuses to present it when requested by a police officer.
meaning he committed a violation under Section 229, Subsection 1 of the Vehicle Code, punishable by Section 229, Subsection 5 of the same law, so the court is setting
for offense 1), a fine of $167
for offense 2), a fine of $100
and based on Section 49, Subsection 1 of the Misdemeanor Act, his total fine is set at $267
(+$133 court costs)
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Also, the judge shot down every single one of my appeals (fine, whatever) BUT they completely twisted my words in the written explanation,
man, seeing "guilty under 1)" actually caused me some serious mental anguish—I mean, how would you feel if someone branded you guilty of something that isn't even in the law books? huh?
And on top of that, I actually have to pay the fine. It’s a total nightmare, I'm not even kidding.
The verdict was handed down on May 6, 2008, and I just got it today.
I'm begging for some advice on what to do next. Please. Look, I've still got about 5 months left before the statute of limitations kicks in under the old law (which was way more lenient, obviously).
Yeah, that specific provision doesn't exist in the law currently in effect, but under the law that was active at the time (and which determined your fine) through June 17, 2008, it was punishable.
Since a new, more favorable law has taken effect, if you file an objection, they will apply the more lenient one. You'll only be fined for failing to carry your driver's license.
As for your "mental anguish," honestly, people like you make me sick—those who intentionally break the rules and then act horrified when they get penalized for it!
It's funny how you know your rights perfectly well, but you don't know or respect your obligations. Suddenly, when someone doesn't respect your rights, it causes you "mental anguish."
It’s no wonder this country is a mess. Nobody wants to pay anything. The American mentality is a disaster!
dustysailor27 said:Got pulled over for speeding a few days ago. Fine was $167 and I paid it right there on the spot. If you pay immediately, does it get cleared from my record?
Also, quick question. About six months ago, I got caught speeding again ($0.37 + $37). Didn't fight it or anything. Now I just got an enforcement notice from the IRS saying I have 8 days to pay up. What happens if I miss that 8-day window? To make things worse, the notice says they sent a copy to my employer to cover it if I don't pay—but I haven't even worked for that guy for over a year. Looking for some advice. I plan to pay, but I can't swing it for another month or two. I already dropped $37 on court fees...
If you don't pay within eight days, they'll hit you the first time you try to claim a tax refund by deducting the debt from your payout. If you get a direct deposit, they'll garnish your wages. If that doesn't work, they'll come after your assets through a sheriff's levy.
dustysailor27 said:Got pulled over for speeding a few days ago. Fine was $167 and I paid it right there on the spot. If you pay immediately, does it get cleared from my record?
Also, quick question. About six months ago, I got caught speeding again ($0.37 + $37). Didn't fight it or anything. Now I just got an enforcement notice from the IRS saying I have 8 days to pay up. What happens if I miss that 8-day window? To make things worse, the notice says they sent a copy to my employer to cover it if I don't pay—but I haven't even worked for that guy for over a year. Looking for some advice. I plan to pay, but I can't swing it for another month or two. I already dropped $37 on court fees...
If you pay a citation right at the scene, it doesn't go on your official driving record. It's just used internally by the Department of Homeland Security to track collected fines.
Christian Reed67 said:Does anyone here have experience dealing with traffic citations? I could really use some advice on the smartest way to play this:
I was passing a line of two cars, but the third vehicle was far enough away from the others that it shouldn't even be counted as part of the same cluster. To make matters worse, I started the pass on a dashed line but ended up crossing over a solid one. Now, they’re charging me with passing a four-car line across a solid line—honestly, I have no clue where they even found a fourth vehicle. After the incident, the officers followed me in their cruiser for about 6.2 miles before finally pulling me over. They explained why they stopped me, scribbled the citation in a notebook, and let me go. I didn't sign anything, so I haven't technically admitted fault. Plus, I have my passenger there as a witness. What kind of options am I looking at here? Is there a realistic chance an appeal would actually work? Please, I need a quick response—I've only got 7 days left...
Signing that ticket doesn't mean you're pleading guilty. That’s a complete misunderstanding of how this works. You’re just acknowledging that you received the citation—it’s exactly like signing for a certified letter from the USPS. Besides, you don't even have to sign it. Whether you put pen to paper or not, the situation remains exactly the same.
Two vehicles don't make a convoy. You need at least three for that. And as for the solid line, we all know exactly what that means.
Check the Misdemeanor Act. Look specifically at the section covering citations and mandatory tickets. It lists exactly what needs to be included in an appeal for it to actually be accepted. It’s not like it was a year ago. Back then, you could just write whatever nonsense Antuntun felt like under the "Appeal" heading and they'd take it. Not anymore.
Since you weren't handed a citation or a mandatory notice right there at the scene, there's nothing to contest yet. You just have to wait for the ticket to arrive at your house. Once that official notice hits your mailbox, you have exactly eight days to file your appeal.
A mandatory citation is issued for any offense where the penalty is a fine.
Only. Fines can hit you hard. You're looking at a maximum penalty of $2,000. For any other violations, the fine might be lower than that, but it stays within that range alongside other penalties. $667...but also larger than $667The court can also issue a driving ban alongside penalty points. In those cases, a citation is filed under the Misdemeanor Act.
Section 84.
(1) A police officer or a local government official can order a vehicle to be moved if it is stopped or parked on a road where it endangers traffic safety or obstructs the normal flow of traffic in the following cases:
1) in a spot reserved for vehicles used by people with disabilities,
2) at a marked crosswalk, pedestrian island, or pedestrian zone,
3) on a sidewalk where a pedestrian is forced to step into the street or onto another surface because of the vehicle (if the gap between the parked car and a building is less than 40 inches),
4) at a railroad or tram crossing at grade, or near those tracks, if it prevents vehicles from using the rails,
5) at an intersection, or within 16 feet of the edge of a cross street, if it reduces visibility,
6) in a tunnel, on a bridge, in an underpass, overpass, or on sections of road beneath bridges or overpasses,
7) on a section of road near a hilltop or a curve where visibility is insufficient and passing another vehicle would be dangerous,
8) in a spot where a parked vehicle would block another car from parking or exiting, or where it blocks a driveway, garage, or courtyard entrance,
9) on a bike lane, bike path, or a bike crossing,
10) on a section of the roadway marked as a public transit stop via pavement markings or signs,
11) in a spot where a vehicle would block a traffic sign or a signal light,
12) on a section of road where the clearance between the parked vehicle and the continuous longitudinal line or an obstruction is less than 10 feet, or the distance to the opposite edge of the road is less than 13 feet.
(2) A vehicle improperly stopped or parked in the locations listed in paragraph 1 of this section cannot be impounded under the provisions of Section 5, paragraph 1, point 8 of this Act.
(3) Before issuing a move order under paragraph 1 of this section, the position of the improperly stopped or parked vehicle must be documented via photograph, sketch, or video.
Your car was endangering traffic safety or obstructing the flow of traffic. However, you didn't commit any violations covered by Sections 12, 79, 80, 82, or 83 of the Road Safety Act. Therefore, there is no basis for a fine—only for moving the vehicle. The cost of the move is billed by the Parking Authority.
The officer didn't let you off the hook. He was just doing his job. Based on the photos sent from the field for the move request, he didn't see the legal requirements to issue a citation, so he didn't write one. There were no grounds for it.
Keep in mind, Section 84, paragraph 1 (endangering safety or obstructing traffic) is also used to move vehicles that violate Section 12, paragraph 4 or Section 80, paragraph 3 of the Road Safety Act (like ignoring "No Parking" signs or parking in the middle of the road). In those specific cases, you get the move order *and* the fine.
Sean Brooks, tell me if you were parked in a spot reserved for a Department (those spots marked by traffic signs and usually a yellow stripe on the pavement)?
If that's the case, the person who ordered the tow pays the bill, not the driver, so the parking lot owner just sues them for the costs later.