I was driving to Az, on the way to my best friend's wedding preparations, when I got pulled over. I received a criminal speeding ticket. I thought I had 60 days, as this is California's standard timeframe to take care of tickets. I also thought I could call an automated system and extend it.
Speeding tickets in Az are a different ball game. I got back from Europe and called to check on my ticket. I got a message saying to call back during the court's business hours- no automated system. When I finally got ahold of the court, I found out that I had 30 days, not 60 days like CA. I had missed the deadline and they wouldn't grant me an extension. I already had a warrant out for my arrest with a suspended license.
They told me to come in on their walk in appointment day, to wait in line and see the judge. I asked if their were any other options. I wrote a letter to the judge and called several times to follow up. They finally received my letter but told me it would take a few weeks before the judge got to it.
So, I found Michael Kielsky- top rated lawyer specializing in traffic tickets. He was easy to talk to, quick with options and realistic expectations. He was able to get the warrant lifted immediately and got my ticket reduced to civil. Then he negotiated my ticket to no fine with online traffic school. The ticket is now off my record and I am completely satisfied with my results. He is sort of pricey, but worth every penny for what he is able to do. People say you get what you pay for and in this case it was very true.