Is a speeding ticket a probation violation and will I go to jail?

Being charged is not usually the problem; being convicted (found guilty) can be. If your term of probation includes a term of "be of good behavior", it generally means violation of any laws, statutes or ordinances can lead to a probation violation. Before doing anything else, contact you original lawyer and let him or her know about your speeding ticket.

I do not practice in NC, but I doubt a speeding ticket in and of itself would be a basis to violate your probation.

A speeding ticket would not ordinarily seem like a sufficient reason to violate probation, but my North Carolina colleagues have indicated that courts there can be very strict about traffic violations. You would be wise to speak to your original attorney, or to contact a lawyer who practices in North Carolina and handles,criminal and traffic matters. Good luck.

While technically it can, you should be ok so long as you get it reduced to a non moving violation, improper equipment, if possible. Try and hire an attorney to get this done! Best of luck.

It depends on the speed. If the case is an Infraction (case # will begin "15IF") then no. If the case is a criminal offense (case # will begin 15CR") then yes. At any rate, I'd recommend that you consult with a local, experienced criminal defense attorney and speak to them about your probation related concerns.

No, in most circumstances. In NC under the new sentencing act, a class 3 misdemeanor or an infraction does not qualify as a conviction for purposes of violating your probation. However, if the ticket was for a high speed (15 miles an hour or more over the speed limit) it could be considered reckless driving which is a class 2 misdemeanor. From what it sounds, you had a simple speeding infraction which would not result in a violation.

A conviction for a class 3 m/d cannot serve as the basis for a revocation. However, if your driving or other facts associated with your driving give rise to a violation that could be a different issue. In most circumstances a simple speeding ticket will not cause any issues. However, I advise you to chat with a local attorney who handles traffic matters to discuss your options.