If you have missed your court supervision date for a traffic ticket and you have not been able to pay the fines, do not panic, as there is something you can do, and we at Hamilton & Antonsen, Ltd. can help. If you are a Joliet, Plainfield, or other Will County resident, who is unable to pay the fines you have incurred due to a ticket, you should be aware that you may ask the court to grant you additional time to pay the fines you owe. It is also important for you to know that you are not alone. Due to financial and other circumstances, not everyone can afford to make payments on time or at once, so it is common to ask the court for an extension.
Having the option to ask the court for an extension allows you more time to pay the fines you owe. Joliet, Plainfield and other Will County residents should keep in mind that a request for an extension should only be made if you can demonstrate to the judge that you will be able to pay the fines if you are allowed additional time to do so. You should explain to the judge why you were unable to pay the fines by the due date and when and how you will be able to pay those fines if your request for an extension is granted. So, not only do you need a good reason as to why you were unable to pay the fines by the time they were due, but you need to make sure you have a plan for how you will pay those fines in the future. It is also important to keep in mind that the court can inquire into whether you have the ability to pay. So if you need additional time to make the necessary payments, you should know that the court will likely make its decision regarding whether to grant or deny your request for an extension based on your financial hardship.
If you are a Joliet, Plainfield, or other Will County resident, and have concerns regarding your inability to pay your traffic court fines, please contact us at Hamilton & Antonsen, Ltd. at 815.729.9220 for a complimentary consultation.