Check the Back of the Ticket
It has important information you need to review:
- What you need to do: The ticket will say one of the following:
- Pay or Appear: This means you may either pay the fine before the court date OR appear in court to plead not guilty. Failure to do either may subject you to additional legal consequences.
- Must Appear: That means you need to appear in court at the time and date shown on the ticket. Failure to appear could result in your arrest and detainment. Occasionally, the district attorney will decide not to pursue charges, but unless you have been contacted by the district attorney, plan to appear as directed.
- Where you need to report:
- Usually traffic tickets issued by the Lawrence Police Department or the University of Kansas Police Department are handled in Lawrence Municipal Court.
- The District Court hears tickets issued in Douglas County by a Sheriff's deputy or Highway Patrol officer.