Just got a texting ticket (personal vehicle)
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PotatoMedic
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texting forum? Whats that? is that a citation from a police officer? And typically an employer will look for a trend on your driving record to determine if you are hire able. And as always. the more time you have between you and this "forum" the better. Other than that. Contact an attorney if you have any questions on how to remove it or any other legal action that may occur.
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Sandog
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Texting and driving is as irresponsible as a DUI. Nothing is that important. Pull over if you must text.
Both DUI and text while driving can have same outcome. End result is also same.
Both DUI and text while driving can have same outcome. End result is also same.
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mycrofft
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Misdemeanors are generally ignored, but that is a moving violation. Ask the proferssionals and your employer.
And stop it.
And stop it.
Blueprint1970
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That sucks bro
JPINFV
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What state are you in?
In California, for example, texting does not carry a point, so it's not considered a moving violation.
In California, for example, texting does not carry a point, so it's not considered a moving violation.
mycrofft
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Calif DMV Q&A page
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/cellularphonelaws/
ABC News says it is a moving violation:
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technol...holds-ticket-for-phone-gps-use-while-driving/
DMV says it isn't a point on the record, it IS reportable. Since it is only in a moving car by the driver, it is pretty likely a moving violation.
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/cellularphonelaws/
ABC News says it is a moving violation:
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technol...holds-ticket-for-phone-gps-use-while-driving/
DMV says it isn't a point on the record, it IS reportable. Since it is only in a moving car by the driver, it is pretty likely a moving violation.
billydunwood
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If you are in CA, and were on private property when you got the ticket, you can fight it because that is one of the exceptions to texting and driving.
mycrofft
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It says "on private property"? Hm!:rofl:
dhump4free
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Turn in your certs now and get ready for a career as a CNA.
TheLocalMedic
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lol
billydunwood
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Section 23123 of the California Vehicle Code, subsection
(f) This section does not apply to a person while driving a motor vehicle on private property.
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It depends on the company you apply to. I know that there are some companies in my area that do not even run a drivers abstract. Some companies do and want a very clear abstract. Many are based on current points, number of violations/accidents, and severity. Most places will accept a cell phone ticket if that is all that shows, but if your only ticket was a DUI, different story.
JPINFV
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I'm willing to bet that most insurance companies (because, let's be honest, insurance is the driving factor) care about points, not specific violations.
mycrofft
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Thank you and bull's-eye.
Sort of like you can drive a car without doors and windshield on private property as long as it is registered.
mycrofft
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Yeah, as long as it isn't going to smell too badly if something goes to court, they aren't going to kick as long as they keep getting paid.