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Is signing the ticket an admission of guilt?

No, it's just your acknowledgment of receipt of the notice to appear.  Because you are actually being charged with a violation of law, the officer could take you into custody if you refuse to sign the ticket. By signing the traffic ticket, you avoid being taken into custody and are actually released on your own recognizance pending the court date.  It's in your best interest to sign the ticket, so you remain free and retain your right to show up at the court hearing to dispute it or otherwise resolve the matter.

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  • Q: What is a traffic ticket?
    A: A traffic ticket is a citation or summons issued to a violator of one or more traffic violations (motor vehicle laws).  The citation or summons, issued by a … More

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