QUESTION
Can I get an extension on a DUI offense fine?
Asked on Apr 27th, 2013 on DUI/DWI - Michigan
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Fine was to be paid by April. I still owe $2000. I have a job but I’m a single father of three small children.
5 ANSWERS
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Alhambra, CA
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Francis John Cowhig
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You or your attorney can request an extension, but it will be up to the judge to decide whether to grant it.
Answered on Apr 30th, 2013 at 2:58 AM
Michael J. Breczinski
Did you pay anything or did you ignore completely? If the court thinks that you are trying to get it paid in good faith, then they will give you an extension.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 8:59 PM
You can, but you or your lawyer needs to go see the Judge before the deadline to ask for an extension.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 8:51 PM
Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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You will have to go back to court and seek additional time. Granted it will be up to the discretion of the judge, but if you wait until they come after you your task will be much more difficult. Be proactive and keep the court informed.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 4:30 PM
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Oakland, CA
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You need to contact your attorney, or hire a DUI lawyer, every county handles these matters differently, you may be able to make payments, you have to make arrangements through a third party to make payments. It sounds like you need to appear before the judge before you violate your probation by not complying with the terms and conditions of your probation.
Answered on Apr 29th, 2013 at 4:30 PM