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should i take traffic school or not?

i got busted for driving in a bike lane, the citation is around $160, if i go to traffic school, i'll probably pay over $260. is it worth it to go to traffic school? i've been driving for 20 years and this is my first ticket ever, how much can this realistically affect my insurance rates?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    I would go to court and plead no contest.... most likely the judge will take points off.....and also cut the fine in half..... I just went to court yesterday for driving while my license was suspended and that's what he did for me

  • 1 decade ago

    if you get 1 moving violation, which you got, then your insurance prices you as an at-risk driver for 3 years minimum. you will probably pay $200 dollars more per year.

    if it's your first ticket, you should seriously get a lawyer and have the charges dismissed or try to get probation. it is useless to go to court without a lawyer. the lawyer might only be $100. It's worth a try.

    YOU DO NOT WANT THIS ON YOUR RECORD. it's just something that will cost money.

  • 1 decade ago

    Last year I ran a stop sign and to keep the ticket off my record I opted for the 4 hour traffic class in my state. Granted it varies state to state and county to county. I would if it keeps it off your record.

  • 1 decade ago

    Could you take the AARP driving course? That is very helpful and lowers you insurance rate

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    im surprised the cop didnt give you a break if this is your first ticket

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