What steps do I take when I go to court?
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What steps do I take when I go to court?
A few days ago I was pulled over and was unaware my insurance had expired. I received a court date, and would like to know to expect, as well as what steps I need to take. Immediately after I received the citation I returned home and got insurance within an hour. I am not planning to fight the charge, as I was indeed driving without insurance, even if it was unintentional. I would just like to know what exactly I need to do/expect in court. I do have proof of insurance, is there anything else I should bring? I have a clean driving record, and have never had any legal trouble.
Asked on December 21, 2017 under General Practice, Nebraska
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Bring license, registration, and proof that you now have insurance. If you still have it, bring the old insurance card or copy of, to show that you'd had insurance but just had lost track of dates and not known it had expired. Show up a bit early and speak to the prosecutor when you have the chance. If you have an otherwise clean record, insurance now, and can show that your lack of insurance was inadvertant (you weren't knowingly driving without insurance), there is a very good chance the prosecutor will let you plead to something with a lesser penalty and/or recommend a lower penalty for your current offense.
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