What Is Arraignment for Traffic Ticket?

A traffic ticket arraignment is your first appearance after you have been cited by a police officer for a traffic violation. It is your first opportunity to appear in front of a Judge, hear the charges against you and enter a plea of “Guilty” or “Not Guilty”.

Can charges be dropped at an arraignment hearing?

Although it is rare, it is possible for charges to be dropped at an arraignment. This may happen through a probable cause hearing, which typically occur during an arraignment.

What is the main purpose of the arraignment?

An arraignment is usually a defendant's first court appearance in front of a judge and the prosecutor. The main purpose of the arraignment is to inform the defendant of the criminal charges against him or her.

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