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Citation Information
A citation, also referred to as ticket, is a legal document charging an individual with a violation of a municipal ordinance. Once a citation is issued, the individual receiving it is required to take certain action.
An individual has the right to enter a plea of not guilty, nolo contendere, or guilty. A plea of not guilty means an individual does not believe they committed the violation in which they are accused. To enter a plea of not guilty, you must appear before the Judge. You will then be required to post a bond and a new trial court date and time will be set. A plea of nolo contendere means not contesting the violation and results in a finding of guilt. This plea is often referred to as a no contest plea. A plea of guilty means admitting guilt and paying the established fine, the state required fees and court costs. Both nolo contendere pleas and guilty pleas will require you to pay your fine at that time.
By failing to either appear or to pay your citation, a warrant shall be issued, as will a new charge of Failure to Appear. This will result in additional fines of $750.00 plus additional court costs and up to 60 days in the city jail.