What does it mean to void a citation?
Voiding a citation may occur when a citation has not been completed or where it is completed, but not issued. All copies of the citation shall be appropriately voided by writing the word VOID across the ticket and copies.
What does voided docket mean?
A judgment entered by a court is void if a court lacks jurisdiction over the parties or subject matter of a lawsuit.
What do the letters in a docket number mean?
The nature of the proceeding is abbreviated by a letter code. For example, “R” stands for a Rate case, and “RM” is a Rulemaking case. The letter code is then followed by the current year and the number of the case for that year. For example the 2nd rate case for FY2009 would be Docket R2009-2.
What happens when a cop writes the wrong name on a traffic ticket?
Like where an officer wrote the wrong name, address, license number and car description all on the same ticket. The best we could determine was that the officer accidentally got his information from a previous traffic stop and handed it to this driver.
Can a traffic ticket be dismissed if there is an error?
Someone who has been issued a traffic ticket can have it dismissed if it has errors. All that is required is a proactive approach to the court process. You need to show up on time and carry the traffic ticket and the appropriate evidence and documentation with you.
Why are some traffic tickets left blank in court?
This happens because the court will not have a definitive record of what actually happened. The issuing officer needs to completely fill out the citation. Sometimes, a law enforcement official may leave sections of the traffic ticket blank if they are busy and need to answer another call, or simply by accident.
What do traffic tickets have a nick name in court?
Traffic tickets have a nick name in courts. They are “Strict Liability” Translation: the Citations are strictly interpreted. But they do follow the procedures of Criminal courts. Unlike Criminal courts. There is no “mens Rea” or Actus Rae’s. Translation: Intent or mental state or physical state or physical act required.