Will I have to appear in court if I am issued a traffic ticket?

In Massachusetts, the answer to this question depends on the type of traffic ticket you were issued. Generally, if you were issued a civil traffic ticket, such as most speeding tickets, you will not need to appear in court. Instead, you may simply opt to pay the fine associated with the ticket. In certain cases, however, a more serious criminal traffic violation may require an appearance in court. If you were issued a criminal traffic ticket, you may need to appear in court or dispute the ticket with the District Attorney’s office. Examples of criminal traffic violations include driving under the influence (DUI) and reckless driving. If you are unsure if you must appear in court, you may wish to contact the clerk of the court in the county in which you received the ticket. They may be able to provide you with more specific information. Ultimately, if your traffic ticket requires you to appear in court, it is important that you attend the court date in order to avoid additional penalties which may include higher fines, license suspension, and even jail time.

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