If I go to an arraignment for a traffic ticket - should I expect the charging officer to be present?

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If I go to an arraignment for a traffic ticket - should I expect the charging officer to be present?

Anonymous Jul 7, 2015 7 views 3 answers

The ticket is filled out incorrectly. It says no personal appearance required and waiverable through traffic violations bureau but the speed is 30 over - which is apparently a mandatory court date.

Mark Gardner 591327.Html · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:19:02+00:00

Will the cop who cited you be at your arraignment? NO he won't. Will that have any bearing on how your case is addressed in court? NO it won't. As for the waiverable -vs- unwaiverable issue, smart money say the clerks will identify the issue and not allow you to waive it at their window. Rather, they will make you go through the court process and see what punishment the judge hands to you. Atty. Mark Gardner

Ross Smith · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:19:02+00:00

The charging officer will not be present. Plead not guilty and consult with a local traffic attorney before you make any decisions in court. Errors in the charging document may assist in a more favorable resolution (especially with a lawyer) than simply pleading guilty/no contest to the charge. Find a local traffic attorney through .

Matthew Oberlin WilliamsCriminal Defense AttorneyCleveland, OH · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:19:02+00:00

Matthew Oberlin WilliamsCriminal Defense AttorneyCleveland, OH

Matthew Oberlin WilliamsCriminal Defense AttorneyCleveland, OH · Jun 15, 2026

The officer won't be at your arraignment. 30 over is fairly serious. You ought to get an attorney.

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If I go to an arraignment for a traffic ticket - should I expect the charging officer to be present?

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