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Your Case in General District Traffic/ Criminal
Court by David A. Cardon, Esquire Dear Mr. Cardon, Last month I was pulled over for driving on a suspended license and speeding, 45 mph in a 35 mph zone. My court date is set for later this week in Norfolk General District Traffic Court, and I have not had a chance to hire an attorney. I'm planning to ask the judge for a continuance. What is the procedure and what can I expect? -Wanda Most General District Traffic and Criminal courts in Virginia have different procedures for granting a continuance. You should always call the clerk's office for your court to find out the specific procedures. With that in mind, however, there are some general tips you can follow that will apply to most General District Traffic and Criminal court requests for continuances. Tip #1: Don't drive to court if your driver's license is suspended or revoked. Judges often ask defendants how they got to court. Especially if the defendant's charge is driving without a license or driving on a suspended or revoked driver's license. Police officers might follow defendants who they know do not have a license out of the courtroom and to the court parking lot to see if they are driving. Therefore, if you do not have a valid license, or your license has been suspended or revoked, always get a friend or relative to drive you, take a cab, or use public transportation to get to court. Tip #2: Arrive early. You will want to make sure that you leave enough time for traffic, parking, and time for getting lost. Arrive at court fifteen minutes early. If you are late, you might be convicted by the judge in your absence. more>> |
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