• Traffic Tickets in Connecticut

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    The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) issues and handles driver's licenses and registrations, but tickets, for even the most minor infraction or violation, are handled by the state court system. The courts and the DMV often work together―remember, they're on the same side―but the overall administration of traffic tickets belongs to the courts.

    When You Get a Ticket

    Get a traffic ticket in Connecticut and you will have the option of pleading guilty to the infraction or violation and paying a fine by mail. Or you may choose to challenge the ticket in court, where you will face a judge or hearing officer to explain why you disagree with the issuing of the ticket.

    If you choose to pay the fine, you are admitting guilt to the infractions or violations. You can also expect:

    • Points on your driver's license. The court will notify the DMV of your admission of guilt. The DMV will then add points to your driver's license. Accumulate too many points and you could face a license suspension or be forced to go to traffic school.
    • An increase in your auto insurance premiums. The courts and the DMV report motor vehicle violations and infractions to all insurance companies licensed to do business in the state. Although there is no official requirement that insurance companies raise rates after a moving violation conviction, most insurance companies can and will charge more to drivers with moving violations on their records.

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    If You Go to Court

    If you choose to go to court to fight your traffic ticket, you'd better have a case to present. There are many lawyers with expertise in traffic violations or you can try to defend yourself. Just make sure you have a defense, one way or another. If you take your case to court and the judge finds you guilty, you can expect some court costs will be added to the total fines assessed.

    If you Ignore a Traffic Ticket

    Remember, you're dealing with courts here, not just the DMV. Ignore your ticket and you'll be summoned to appear before a judge. Ignore the summons and the court will issue a warrant for your arrest. This is an addition to license suspensions and or/revocations and other penalties issued by the DMV.

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