I Received a Traffic Ticket in the MailNow What?

Sometimes, traffic tickets and misdemeanor traffic offenses are sent via mail from the Michigan police. While it can be alarming and worrisome at first, chances are theres an explanation as to why youve received the information this way instead of at the time of the offense.

Here are a few common culprits:

1. They couldnt contact you another way. In some cases, the ticketing officer may not have your contact information or telephone number. Its possible that the only option they had was to send you the ticket and notice to appear in court through the mail.

2. If a more serious offense is in question, like a DUI, its possible that additional information was needed before a final charge could be made. In the case of drunk driving, this could include the police awaiting test results from a blood sample or a controlled substance. An officer may also need to test any contraband that was found to be able to say exactly what it is.

3. The offense was a civil infraction that will most likely not result in arrest. The only evidence they may have is a photograph which captures your vehicles license plate number.

What Should You Do?

If you have received a traffic ticket by mail, its important to reach out to a skilled Michigan traffic ticket attorney right away as its important to handle it in a timely manner.

If you delay, your case may involuntarily result in a default if its a civil offense. For a criminal offense, delaying can result in a bench warrant being issued.

While some choose to represent themselves, its not advised. If you do, you should plan to carefully follow the notes and instructions on the piece of mail that you received. Its important to not look over any detail, no matter how big or small.

Discover How We Can Help

Before you agree to pay your traffic ticket, contact our law firm today to learn how we can help. We believe that you should have your offenses examined by an expert Michigan attorney, which may even result in having your charges or ticket dropped.

Best of all, we happily offer free consultations, making this 100% obligation free on your end. Contact us today to find out how we can help by calling (248) 588-3333.

We look forward to assisting you with your legal case!