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Missouri Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: How Many Tickets Can I Get Before My License Is Suspended?
  A: In Missouri, Illinois, Kansas a single ticket can result in a suspension, depending on the seriousness of the offense. Generally speaking, three tickets within a one … More
• Q: What Happens To My Insurance Rates If I Get One Ticket…..Two Tickets…three Tickets?
  A: The best person to answer this question is your insurance agent. We have asked this question of our friends in the insurance industry, and the answer that we've gotten … More
• Q: Why Not Just Pay It And Get It Over With?
  A: In Missouri, a conviction remains on your driving record for at least three years. It is only removed after a period of driving with no other tickets. During the three … More
• Q: What Are Points?
  A: In Missouri, a single traffic ticket conviction can cost you anywhere from 2 to 12 points on your driving record. If you are a Missouri driver, and accumulate 8 … More
• Q: What Is The Speed Limit In Missouri?
  A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 70 mph Ltd Access Rds 70 mph Other Primary Rds 65 mph Residential 45 mph More
• Q: How Are The Speed Limits Enforced?
  A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar No Photo Radar No Aircraft Yes Laser No More
• Q: Is There Anything Unique To Missouri?
  A: Missouri has a confusing mix of speed limits. Lettered (county) highways, which are almost always paved, are generally posted at 55 mph. Meanwhile, gravel county roads … More
• Q: How Can Tickets Be Paid?
  A: Tickets can be paid by mail or in person.
• Q: Is Trial By Declaration Allowed?
  A: No
• Q: When Is A Jury Trial Allowed?
  A: Speeding Yes Parking Yes Equipment Yes DWI Yes More
• Q: What Is A Member Nonresident Compact?
  A: Nonresident motorist receiving a ticket in a member state will receive the same treatment as resident motorists. If your state or the state you receive a ticket in is … More