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What is a traffic ticket?

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 police officer or other authorized representative of the government, is an order to appear in court before a judge (or magistrate). After being issued the citation or summons, the person accused of violating the law can remain free pending his/her need to appear in court.

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