View Full Version : So I waited too long to take DD, what to do?


Greg S
04-08-2007, 10:22 PM
Well I got a ticket for 76 in a 65 on 1/10/07, I plead nolo contendere and had 3 months(4/10/07=Tuesday) to take DD. Well like the lazy ass I am I still havent taken it. I can take it online and that shouldn't be a problem. BUT, I need a certified copy of my driving record which takes 2-3 weeks by mail.

It says if I fail to comply(meaning DD certificate, certified copy of driving record, and a notarized affadavit) then I will be issued the remaining balance of $55 as well as a warrant issued for my arrest resulting in an additional $50 owed.

So is there I way I can get a certified copy of my driving record tomorrow? If not is there a way I can avoid the $50 charge for a warrant being issued? I assume I get a point on my record too, does that mean my insurance goes up?

Thanks.

luckytopher
04-08-2007, 10:47 PM
defensivedriving.com

"After completing the course, you will receive a State issued Certificate of Completion via US Mail within 7-10 business days. If you prefer, overnight delivery via UPS is available for $25.00. To receive your Certificate the following business day, you must complete the course by 3:00 pm."

depending on when UPS delivers to your area, and when you have to be in court.. it's doable... but barely?

tfro
04-08-2007, 10:51 PM
Thats for the course, but not for the driving record. As far as I know, you can't get it any faster. It usually shows up faster than what the state says it will, but it won't be one day.

I did the same thing but remembered in enough time. I think if you go to the court with the course certificate, you might be able to ask for an extension, but I'm not really sure on that.

Greg S
04-08-2007, 10:51 PM
Topher, that part isn't a problem, its the getting a copy of my driving record that's a problem. I call Denton court tomorrow and ask for an extension or something I guess.

weaksauce
04-08-2007, 11:34 PM
grab your ankles nancy. Time to pay the piper.

Greg S
04-08-2007, 11:53 PM
grab your ankles nancy. Time to pay the piper.
Nagative, I found a way around that involves me driving to Garland and Denton.

weaksauce
04-09-2007, 12:05 AM
Nagative, I found a way around that involves me driving to Garland and Denton.

almost as bad.

Greg S
04-09-2007, 12:30 AM
Only reason I'm doing it is so I don't get the point on my record, I could care less about the money. Hell, doing this online and having shit next dayed is going to cost me $75 anyways vs $55 for just paying the ticket. Oh, and a day off work :(

PS-I'm on a mandatory 12 minute break now :( .

weaksauce
04-09-2007, 10:33 AM
Only reason I'm doing it is so I don't get the point on my record, I could care less about the money. Hell, doing this online and having shit next dayed is going to cost me $75 anyways vs $55 for just paying the ticket. Oh, and a day off work :(

PS-I'm on a mandatory 12 minute break now :( .

good luck. break a leg, or two.

Greg S
04-09-2007, 01:03 PM
DD online is completed, and I'm leaving to Garland to get a copy of my driving record now.