What happens if a judge is wrong?

If you believe the trial judge has made a mistake as your case is proceeding, you may ask the Appellate Division for permission to file an interim appeal. If this request is granted, the case will be paused until the Appellate Division decides whether or not the trial court’s interim decision was correct.

What disqualifies a judge?

“(a) A judge shall be disqualified if any one or more of the following are true: (1) (A) The judge has personal knowledge of disputed evidentiary facts concerning the proceeding…. (3) (A) The judge has a financial interest in the subject matter in a proceeding or in a party to the proceeding…”

What happens if I missed my traffic court date in Virginia?

If you missed your traffic court date and the judge found you guilty in absence, it is not the end of the case. You have options to rehear your traffic case in Virginia. The first option is to appeal the case. Under Virginia law, you have ten days from your original court date to appeal the hearing to the circuit court.

Can I plead nolo contendere in Virginia speeding ticket cases?

Yes, you can plea nolo contendere in Virginia speeding ticket cases. In Virginia, this is more typically called a no contest plea. It means that you are not admitting guilt, but you are also not disputing the facts of the charge and therefore, you accept the court’s decision even though you’re not admitting guilt.

Do you have to go to court for a traffic ticket?

Going to Court. Most traffic ticket fines can be paid by mail without a court appearance. However, you must plead guilty and pay the maximum fine. You should appear in court if you feel there are mitigating circumstances or if an explanation of your conduct is in order, even if you intend to plead guilty.

How does the Virginia Court of Appeals work?

Virginia’s intermediate appellate court, the Court of Appeals reviews decisions of the circuit courts in domestic relations matters, traffic infractions and criminal cases (except death penalty cases), appeals from administrative agencies, and decisions of the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission.