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How to Handle Traffic Citations
How to Handle Your Traffic Citation (Infraction)
Citations can be handled in the following ways:
- By mail, following the instructions on the reverse side of the citation, no later than the court date printed on the front.
- By visiting the Tualatin Municipal Court, located at 10699 SW Herman Rd., Tualatin, OR 97062, prior to your assigned court date.
- By appearing in court on the date and time shown on the front of your citation.
- Pay Online using Xpress Bill Pay
Arraignment:
At arraignment, the judge will tell you the charges, maximum fines, penalties, and your rights under the law. The judge will then ask how you wish to plea or give you the opportunity to request a continuance, so that you can consult an attorney.
Plea Options:
You may plead NOT GUILTY if you wish to contest the charge against you and have a hearing for traffic offenses. You can plead GUILTY. If you choose this option, you can offer an explanation of circumstances. Your fine or other penalty will then be assessed by the Judge. A plea of NO CONTEST under Oregon Law results in a finding of guilty by the Court. The benefit to a no contest plea is that you do not have to admit guilt in open court.
If You Fail to Appear on a Traffic Citation:
You will be found Guilty by Default with the full fine amount on your citation due immediately, and your driving privileges may be suspended.
