Another Traffic Ticket Myth, Don’t Fall For It
ANOTHER TRAFFIC TICKET MYTH, DON’T FALL FOR IT:”
This is the ultimate myth. Actually, it sounds plausible. It’s supposed to be a clever way to not get your speeding ticket reported on your driving record, which means points won’t be added and your insurance company won’t increase your monthly bill.
Here’s how it supposedly works: When you get a speeding ticket, you’re supposed to mail in your fine, plus a few dollars extra. When the courts receive your payment, they will cash the check and supposedly mail you a refund for the extra dollars you sent. But, instead of you cashing this refund check, you tear it up and throw it away. By not cashing the check, its supposed to leave your case open indefinitely and not show up on you driving record. Points are not assessed to your driving record until all financial transactions are complete.
Sounds pretty sneaky, doesn’t it? Sorry to burst your bubble, but this is a HOAX. I don’t know how it got started or who is behind it. All I know is that it doesn’t work because the minute you are found guilty, it automatically goes on your record, even before they receive your payment. Whatever you do, don’t try this. More than likely, the courts will cash your check and NOT mail you a refund. Actually, I wouldn’t be surprised if the traffic courts are behind this myth!
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