Is there law pertaining to a legal signature required on a speeding ticket in California?

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Is there law pertaining to a legal signature required on a speeding ticket in California?

Anonymous Aug 22, 2015 Business 3 views 3 answers

I was pulled over for allegedly speeding. He wanted me to sign the ticket. I signed the ticket at around 7 minutes. I wrote my name out, not all fancy and cursive. The cop told me that it wasn't sarifactory. CA case law PEOPLE V QUIROGA 16 Cal.App 4th 961 - states: If an individual arrested for a misdemeanor does not have to provide identification, there is a stronger argument that an individual whose signature does not exactly match the driver's license, in an infraction setting cannot be held liable for a violation of Penal Code section 148(a)(1). 20 minutes of sitting there with him repeatedly asking for me to sign the ticket and then he breaks my window pulls me out of the car and books me for pc148. My PD said the 148 is the 8 minutes leading up to me signing it. Any thoughts?

Jay Finnecy · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:50:59+00:00

Jay Finnecy

Jay Finnecy · Jun 15, 2026

Thoughts? Listen to your lawyer. There's no specific time limit for "delaying an officer."

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Reve Bautista · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:50:59+00:00

A citation signature is not accepting guilt; it is merely a promise to appear in court or pay the fine within the prescribed time. The 148 is for the 'delaying' a peace officer. Listen to your public defender. He or she is the best attorney to advise you. If you don't think so, then hire a local private attorney. You can find one on this site under Find a Lawyer.

Dan Tudor DanetCriminal Defense AttorneyTustin, CA · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:50:59+00:00

PC 148(a)(1) includes resisting, obstructing, or delaying a law enforcement officer from performing his or her duty. I'm assuming you were cited under this section for the "delay" in properly signing the ticket. Without any additional facts, it's hard to say how strong your case is. Talk to your lawyer.

Is there law pertaining to a legal signature required on a speeding ticket in California?

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