Frequently Asked Questions
Will I have to go to court?
Will I Have to Appear in Court for My Ticket?
Traffic Infractions e.g. Speeding, Cell Phone, Red Light, etc.
No appearance required. Unless you decide to go to trial, you will not have to appear in court for standard traffic infractions. Your attorney handles all pre-trial negotiations and court proceedings on your behalf.
Misdemeanor Charges, e.g. Reckless Driving, Suspended License, etc.
For misdemeanors, a personal appearance is normally required for an arraignment. To save you a trip, we always attempt to appear on your behalf. While court policies vary, judges may allow an attorney to waive your personal appearance for good cause.
Key Takeaway: In the vast majority of traffic cases, hiring an attorney ensures you won't have to miss work or take time out of your day to attend court.
Will I have to send in a plea to the court?
Do I Need to Send in My Ticket or Contact the Court?
No. We Take Care of That for You.
As your attorneys, we represent you and handle all communication with the court on your behalf. You do not need to mail in your ticket or contact the court directly.
Official Notice of Representation: As soon as you hire us, we send a formal letter of representation to the court.
Plea Entry & Adjournment: This letter officially enters your Not Guilty plea and adjourns your court date, giving us the necessary time to negotiate with the prosecutor to work out your case.
Hassle-Free Defense: Once you retain Azria Law Office, you can rest easy knowing all court deadlines and filings are fully managed by our team.
How long does a typical case take?
How Long Does a Typical Traffic Ticket Take to Resolve?
Generally, 2 to 3 Months
For most tickets, the procedure begins with gathering information from you as discussed in our introductory email:
First Few Weeks: Your attorney drafts and submits the strongest legal argument on your behalf to the prosecutor.
Prosecutor Review: Prosecutors generally take a few weeks to review the argument and issue a proposed plea reduction.
Client Authorization: We contact you to review and authorize the proposed plea deal.
Judicial Approval: The deal is submitted to the judge, who may take several weeks to rule on it, issue a fine, or enter a dismissal notice.
Some cases resolve faster, others take longer, and many courts follow unique scheduling procedures. Rest assured, timeline variations will not negatively impact your case. We continuously track all court dates and request extensions whenever necessary.
Stay Updated: You will receive notifications at each major milestone in your case. To keep everything moving smoothly, please respond to our calls and emails as promptly as possible.
How and When do I pay the fine?
How & When Are Court Fines Paid?
Fines are due only at the end of your case after the judge accepts the outcome.
Once your case is officially resolved and the judge issues a fine, our office will send you a fine notice via email and physical mail. All fine payments must be made directly to the court—our office cannot collect or submit fine payments on your behalf.
Accepted Payment Methods
Court Instructions: Every court provides specific payment instructions on their fine notice. Always follow those guidelines carefully.
Online & Credit Cards: Some courts accept online payments or credit cards over the phone or web.
Money Order / Certified Check: Many courts require payment by certified check or postal money order.
No Personal Checks: Courts will never accept personal or business checks under any circumstances.
Tip for Mail Payments: When sending a money order or certified check by mail, enclose a copy of your fine notice along with a self-addressed stamped envelope so the court can send back your official receipt.
How can I hire my traffic lawyer?
Free & Complementary Case Evaluation
Speak directly with Seth Azria, Esq.
You will speak to Seth Azria, Esq. directly. Simply call or text a photo of your ticket to 315-396-8006 for a quick response.
Flexible Payment Options
We accept credit cards over the phone and online, including payment financing options through Affirm.
Azria Law Office does everything possible to make the process quick, easy, and effective.