Can I change my ticket to another court?
No. Under Oregon law, you are required to have the ticket decided in the court in which you were cited to appear.
FAQ Tag: traffic ticket
Will my traffic ticket fine be reduced?
Fines are set by the Oregon state Legislature, which has established a minimum and a maximum fine for each category of ticket. The Court may choose to reduce the fine amount upon request depending on your individual circumstances.
Am I entitled to an attorney for a traffic ticket?
Because citations filed into the Justice Court are for violations rather than traffic crimes, you are not entitled to a court-appointed attorney. However, you are entitled to seek representation at your own expense.
How do I respond if I am charged with a Justice Court violation?
If you have received a ticket for a traffic violation or some other form of violation, there are important steps that you must follow. You are innocent until proven guilty and you have the right to defend yourself or to obtain an attorney for your defense. Because these are not criminal charges, you are not … Continued