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  1. #1
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    Angry Ticket From 14 Years Ago Haunting Me

    I recently moved back to PA a few yrs ago. when I did move back, I changed my address and got my PA license again. Then I receive a letter on 03/13/2007 stating that I never paid a ticket that was issued on 10/28/1994 as a result of driving while susp/revoke license. 14 Yrs later I get this!!! I cant believe it!

    Now because I didnt deal with it in 2007 when I rec'd this letter, my license is still suspended. The ticket is 267.30 Im not paying this after 14yrs!! Isnt this statute up on this ticket after so long.

    The district court wants me to make a payment plan or pay entirety. Not to mention I have a 25.00 restoration fee and turn in my license to start the credit for the suspension. Doesnt even say how long the suspension will be either in the letter.

    I dont know what to do, cant I get a recpt/letter from the district court (if I go there) stating the statute is up (if they agree and it is) and I wont have to pay the ticket and then take it to get my license back without any payment of this ticket?

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    Default Re: Ticket From 14yrs Ago Haunting Me

    Isnt this statute up on this ticket after so long.
    No. There is no statute of limitations on collecting on a ticket.

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    Default Re: Ticket From 14 Years Ago Haunting Me

    Agree. Since the ticket had already been filed with the traffic court, there is no longer a SOL.

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    Default Re: Ticket From 14 Years Ago Haunting Me

    Quote Quoting Betty3
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    Agree. Since the ticket had already been filed with the traffic court, there is no longer a SOL.
    That is not correct.

    There is a statute of limitations but it is up to the judge if he/she wishes to enforce it.

    If the citation was paid or there was any disposition on the ticket then there is no statute of limitations.

    I strongly suggest you contact someone to help you figure out the best way to handle this situation. If you pay a citation you are pleading guilty and that could have more repercussions in the long run (points, suspension, fines). It may be possible to have the ticket removed without any fines, points, or suspension time. The penalty for driving under suspension 1543A is 1 year of suspension unless you are a habitual offender then it is 2 years. Your choices are not limited to paying the ticket or getting on a payment plan, you can also request a hearing and plea not guilty.

    Please also remember that PennDOT will require a restoration fee prior to issuing you a license again. Please pay that restoration fee and do not drive till PennDOT sends you something in writing telling you it is ok to do so. It will not matter the outcome of the case, the restoration fee will have to be paid.

    Good Luck,
    Vince

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