Dismissals

Reasons for Dismissal

Expired Motor Vehicle Registration

Present proof of the correction within 20 working days from the date of the offense and the violation will be dismissed with a $20 dismissal fee. (you must pay a 20% penalty fee to the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time the registration is renewed. If this penalty is not paid, the Court cannot dismiss the citation.

Expired Driver’s License

Present proof of a renewed Driver’s License within 20 working days from the date of the offense and the citation will be dismissed with a $20 dismissal fee. The proof is that paper license which will have the date of renewal.

Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility (no insurance)

If you have been charged with Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility (FMFR) - No Insurance, you must appear in Municipal Court on or before your appearance date at the bottom of the citation in order to do one of the following:

1. If you have insurance, you must present a valid insurance card or policy which was in effect at the date and time of the offense. Upon verification of your insurance coverage, your citation will be presented to the Judge for dismissal. You may provide proof of Insurance by mail, fax, or in person. Please note that in order to have your citation dismissed the Insurance card or policy presented to the court must contain ALL of the following:
   • The name, address, and telephone number of the insurer;
   • The insurance policy number;
   • The policy period (the effective and expiration date);
   • The name and address of each insured;
   • The policy limits or a statement that coverage complies with the minimum amounts of liability insurance required;
   • The make and model of each covered vehicle.
2. If you cannot show valid proof of insurance, you must pay the fine or request a court date to speak with the Judge about your situation. Payment of this fine will result in a conviction on your driving record. 

No Insurance in Vehicles Other than Your Own

If you were operating a car other thank your own, you also must obtain a letter from the owner stating the owner granted you permission to operate the vehicle and proof that the vehicle was covered.