Get detailed information about Traffic Violations & Court in your state
Every state has laws against traffic violations. Most violations are considered minor infractions that don't have serious legal consequences. However, some traffic violations, such as driving while under the influence or reckless driving, are considered more serious and may lead to license suspension or imprisonment.
If a driver receives a ticket for a traffic violation, she usually has the option of paying a fine or contesting the ticket in traffic court. Spending a day in traffic court to contest a traffic ticket may be worthwhile to a driver. A traffic ticket may lead to points on a driver's record and an increase in auto insurance rates. A driver has the opportunity at traffic court to have any punishment reduced or even have the ticket dismissed altogether.