Got A Ticket? Learn About Michigan Traffic Ticket Hearings

Traffic ticket convictions can seriously affect your driving record and pocketbook. Too many convictions can lead to you losing your privilege to drive. Whats more, convictions can increase your vehicle insurance premiums. This article discusses essential information about traffic ticket hearings in Michigan.

Most traffic tickets are deemed as civil infractions and not deemed as criminal infractions. For instance, a speeding ticket is a civil infraction, while a drunk driving ticket is a criminal matter. If you are reported for a civil infraction, you are eligible to a hearing in the District Court to contest it. One does not have the right to a jury trial. Instead, you have a right to a hearing in front of a judge or magistrate.

For civil infractions, there are 2 different kinds of hearings. One type of hearing is referred to as an informal hearing. This grants you a hearing before a magistrate or judge. The police officer is required to appear. Lawyers and prosecutors do not work on informal hearings. A judge or magistrate will make a decision. If the decision is undesirable, you may appeal the decision.

The second type of hearing available is referred to as a formal hearing. A formal hearing is held before a Judge. At a formal hearing, prosecutors and defense lawyers may appear. The prosecutor will speak for the interests of the city which issued the traffic ticket. An attorney can represent the defendant. Essentially, a formal hearing is very similar to a trial. The prosecutor will typically call the police officer to offer testimony and will call any witnesses in order to try to establish that you are responsible for the ticket. When the prosecution is finished, the defendant proceeds. The defendant will then have the chance to testify and call his/her witnesses. After the testimony, both the prosecutor and the defendant can present closing arguments and then, the judge will issue his / her decision if you are liable for the ticket. If you are found accountable, you have the right to appeal.

Legal Disclaimer: The information you obtain in this article is not, nor is it intended to be, legal guidance nor the formation of an attorney- client relationship. Please consult a lawyer for advice your unique situation.

About the Author:
Mark Langschied is southeast Michigan traffic attorney with over 20 years of experience. He handles DUI, OWI, traffic ticket and driver's license reinstatement cases in Michigan.

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