It’s not the same as merely placing paperwork away. A traffic ticket could be included in a driving record. Even after the incident, a suspended license can continue to affect your employment. Even a conviction for a crime that is dismissed could leave a trail of evidence. Refusing to make a final will and testament can also leave a family with no clear instructions in a time that they are most needed. Legal housekeeping is crucial for residents of El Paso to identify any remaining issues prior to affecting their plans, work, driving or work.
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Follow up on a traffic ticket beyond the amount of fine
Many drivers pay attention to the dollar amount because it’s immediately evident on the citation. It is important to find out what happens once the fine has been paid. In Texas, paying an traffic ticket is usually the same as accepting a conviction. Prior to deciding on the most efficient option, it is important to consider the consequences of the settlement on the driver’s record.
Traffic ticket lawyers can examine more than the citation itself. The lawyer will review the allegations dates, deadlines, driving records and defense options, as well as other options to avoid conviction. If you meet the eligibility requirements and the circumstances that you have, you may be able to select dismissal, deferred resolution or defensive driving.
Robert Navar is a long-time attorney who has represented El Paso County drivers in warrant and traffic issues as well as many other cases that are often resolved without the driver even attending court.
Do not let a suspension of your license control your life
Texas is a difficult area to lose your driving privileges if you depend on your vehicle for a living. Picture an electrician who visits many properties every day, or a parent who’s work starts after dropping off children at school. Public transportation or rides from friends may not be an effective long-term solution.
An occupational license is a type of permit that grants limited legal driving privileges to drivers who meet certain requirements during a period of suspension. This license is usually linked to specific activities like work and school obligations, as well as household chores and may come with limitations. Since the privilege is not unlimited, understanding exactly what driving is allowed is as important as obtaining the license.
Find out what happened to the Record After the Case
Imagine someone being arrested several years ago. Later, the charges were dropped and the suspect was released. A subsequent employment screening might uncover information relating to that older instance. Many are shocked by this, as a positive outcome and the elimination of any records associated with the case is a distinct legal issue.
An expungement attorney will examine the case or arrest to determine whether it is eligible under Texas law. It’s dependent on the situation. If an expunction may be obtained, it is important to take this route if you are concerned that your record will be included in the future background searches.
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Some legal issues that are not resolved get resolved in the courtroom. Many begin at home.
Take a couple that owns a home and has two children. The couple keeps a retirement account and bank accounts, but has not created an estate plan. The surviving spouse could have to resolve difficult issues in the event that one of them dies suddenly.
The process of planning for wills and estates allows people to think through those decisions while they are able to make them without stress. Wills can contain instructions regarding property and who should manage an estate. Depending on someone’s circumstances and needs, other estate planning documents could also be worthy of consideration.
The value of an estate is not reflected solely by the size of the estate. It is important to give specific instructions to everyone, regardless of their assets.
Close the file only if you have an appropriate reason
Attorney Robert Navar’s El Paso practice addresses traffic citations and warrants, driver’s-license matters, qualifying criminal expunctions and estate planning. Although they may appear unrelated, each can involve an important issue: Is the matter actually completed?
The answer to this question is better than just making assumptions that it’s the case. It is easy to ignore the effects of a citation, a suspended license or the resolution of a criminal charge or not signing an estate planning document. Reviewing your legal status can help you determine what needs to be addressed and what should be left unfinished.