I got a traffic citation for several violations and one of the was no proof of insurance but I did have insurance at the time that was in my fathers name.
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I got a traffic citation for several violations and one of the was no proof of insurance but I did have insurance at the time that was in my fathers name.
I was stopped for driving 10 mph over the
speed limit. 30 and I was going 40, and I didnt
have a drivers license or proof of insurance. I
didnt want to show the cop that the proof of
insurance was under my dads name because I
thought it would be the same as no insurance,
but could I show it to the court and have that
citation dismissed?
Asked on December 30, 2017 under General Practice, Texas
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
If you present evidence that you did, in fact, have insurance coverage, then some prosecutors will just dismiss the charge without you ever having to explain the situation to the judge.
For the speeding ticket, see what they offer you before you decide to challenge the ticket. Sometimes, the prosecutor will offer deals that provide for a dismissal and removal of the charge from your record. A condition, but guaranteed, dismissal is always better than gambling on a conviction that is harder to remove off of your record. Your second option is to reject the plea offer, ask that your case be set for trial, and then hope that the office does not appear for trial....thereby requiring the prosecutor to dismiss the charges for lack of evidence.
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