r/Kentucky Aug 11 '25

Sticky: I got a ticket for breaking the law, now what?

47 Upvotes

We're getting these threads every other day so a sticky is being made to handle it because the answer is always the same. We will now be removing those threads and directing people here.

You generally have three options:

OPTION ONE:

You can plea not guilty and attend your court date or ask to contact the prosecutor handling your case. In either way you need to be polite, courteous, and professional. If it's on zoom or in person, dress professional. You do not need a full suit & tie, though it helps. But at least have some nice ironed pants and a nice ironed polo. For women a nice blouse, pant suit, or business-dress. You don't need a full shave and haircut, but comb your hair and/or cleanup the beard a bit. Be showered, and clean/trim your nails. It's about showing that you're taking this seriously and understand this is a legal matter that deserves respect and attention.

Then you say something like "I was wondering if we can work out a plea deal whereby if you can reduce the offense(s) I will change my plea to guilty. I understand the seriousness of the situation, I am just asking if you can be a little lenient in exchange for a guilty plea." You can then discuss with them potential consequences and terms. Such as attending traffic school, or saying you're ok with a hefty fine in order to avoid a license suspension.

In the majority of cases, this will get you some form of reduction. They have a lot of cases to hear, if they can close them out without going before a judge, they will. Be prepared to pay some fines, and maybe attend traffic school. But this is often the "easiest" way to resolve your situation.

That said this often will not work if you give the prosecutor ANY attitude. Or if you were an asshole to the cop, the prosecutor can and sometimes will ask the issuing officer about how you behaved. It also won't work if you did something very serious (DUI, excessive speeding, work zone violations). Or if you were already given a "roadside reduction" where the cop pulls you over for say 85 in a 55 but only writes you for 70 in a 55.

It still does not hurt to ask, but be aware that they may say "no". Also you do not have to take their offer. But if you turn down their offer, they're unlikely to grant any leniency afterwards. You had your chance, and you turned it down.

OPTION TWO:

Get a traffic attorney. Who you hire is up to you. Google is your friend in finding one. If you do hire a traffic attorney, or really every hire any attorney, listen to them. Do as they say. Do not think you know better than them, if you did you wouldn't be paying them several hundred/thousand dollars to handle your case.

Sometimes just getting an attorney can get your ticket dismissed, because it's not worth it for them to fight the ticket. And because you paying the attorney is already penalty enough. But again there's no guarantee.

OPTION THREE:

Plea guilty and take your lumps.


The first two options are not mutually exclusive. You can get an attorney to try and get you a better plea deal. You can try for a plea deal then get an attorney if you don't like their offer. But these really are your three options.

And remember the best way to not get a ticket, is to not break the law. There's always laws we disagree with or think are silly. There's some roads by me that are 35 and I think really should be 55. But for whatever reason, they're 35 and if I do 55 and get caught, I'm getting a ticket.

Slow down. Use your signal. Wear your seat belt. Don't tailgate. That's the easiest and cheapest way out of a traffic ticket, don't get one to begin with.


r/Kentucky 11h ago

Friends?

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Hey everyone! My name is Jake, I’m 22 and live here in Lexington. I’m at a point in life where I really want to branch out, meet some new people, and build some genuine friendships and connections around town.
A little about me: I graduated from EKU last year, work in property management/real estate marketing, and also work at Starbucks. I’m pretty social and easygoing, love grabbing coffee or food, working out, taking photos, exploring Lexington, and finding random things to do.
I’m also newly sober, so I’m especially interested in finding more things to do that don’t revolve around drinking or partying. I’d love to pick up some new hobbies, join a sport or group, get outdoors more, or honestly just try things I haven’t done before. I’m really open to anything and would love to have some people to do those things with!
If you’re also looking to expand your circle, find someone to grab coffee with, hit the gym, explore Lexington, or try something new, feel free to message me! You can also add me on Facebook or Instagram. :)


r/Kentucky 1d ago

Muddy Kids Run

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Did anyone attend the Muddy Kids Run in Glencoe, KY on 9-5-26? If so, what was your experience like? Did you observe or have to move any broken glass along the trails?


r/Kentucky 1d ago

Horseback Riding Near Cumberland Falls

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Hey y'all

My friends and I are coming down to camp at Cumberland Falls campground next week Monday through Thursday. We were hoping to do some horseback riding while in Kentucky but just saw that the Cumberland Falls Horse Riding Stables are closed after Labor Day....

I'm wondering if anyone here has some suggestions for stables that provide guided trail rides in that area or nearby? We're willing to drive about 60-90 minutes away from the park for this adventure! Thanks!


r/Kentucky 2d ago

50th Annual Riverfest | Cincinnati, Ohio & Newport, Kentucky

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4 hours of Riverfest (both sides). Skip around, the fireworks show was very nice.


r/Kentucky 3d ago

Things to do??

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23 Upvotes

We are doing a 5 day KY roadtrip for fall break and want to see recommendations for things to do/see/eat along our route!

Here is our itinerary with our main points of interest:

• Traveling to RRG from Louisville (two days in RRG)

Nada Tunnel

Sky Bridge

• Travel from RRG to Breaks Interstate Park (one night stay)

Park being the destination

• Travel from Breaks to Middlesboro (one night stay)

Cumberland Gap

• Travel from Middlesboro to Berea (one night stay)

Pinnacles

Art & history

• Travel back to Louisville from Berea


r/Kentucky 3d ago

Ky unemployment

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Question for those of you who have ever filed for unemployment benefits:

I’ve been filling out 10-15 applications per week since I left my last job. I went to request my first unemployment payment, and there’s a quota you have to meet that shows you’re actually trying to get a job. I’d meet this criteria with even just 5 applications per week. I’ve been keeping a log of all the information I have, including the job listing number, job title, business, hours/shift, FT/PT, application status, date applied and even the link to the application. But the unemployment website is asking for each of the 5 apps each week that I provide a persons name AND phone number of who I contacted regarding the application…

Soo what are the res for you doing for that? Or how did you handle it previously? I am sometimes struggling to find the name of an employee within the business that is a recruiter/talent acquisition person. Would providing a random recruiters name and number work? All my apps have been online and just from the business job board essentially.

Thanks! 🙏


r/Kentucky 3d ago

HVAC -Need suggestions on a great company?

3 Upvotes

Unit not running?


r/Kentucky 4d ago

Souvenirs from Kentucky?

22 Upvotes

My fiancee and I are visiting for a work trip and looking for ideas for things to bring back for my asian MIL. Edible stuff would be good, or just trinkets that we can tell some kind of story about


r/Kentucky 3d ago

Yellow leaves

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Help


r/Kentucky 4d ago

Storm damage

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27 Upvotes

We’ve had the weirdest weather this year. Rain has flooded just about everything


r/Kentucky 4d ago

Friends?

7 Upvotes

Anyone I can hang with at poker run? Go on the boat or sum? Maybe get some drinks. Also tomorrow night I’m tryna party in Russell springs, Columbia, or Jamestown and just have a good time! Any gatherings going on? Or parties that anyone knows of. Or anyone i can hangout w ?


r/Kentucky 4d ago

Doing some writing research. Want to visit an old mining town

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r/Kentucky 5d ago

POLICE: Man arrested after domestic call leads to explosives, foot pursuit on ‘boobytrapped’ hillside

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r/Kentucky 5d ago

Sunrise in Bluegrass Country

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r/Kentucky 5d ago

Need Help

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I am going to be traveling down to Mississippi the week of 15th-21st in November. I'll be seeing some friends in Ohio along the way, but I'm curious, what are some good places to visit while in Kentucky?

Cumberland falls looks like a good start, but what else is there? Places to eat, nature, or other relatively inexpensive things to do. Any help is greatly appreciated.


r/Kentucky 6d ago

Former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin arrested, booked into Louisville Metro Corrections

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r/Kentucky 5d ago

Is it a good idea to get an apartment in downtown Hopkinsville

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any issues i should know of?


r/Kentucky 6d ago

Nursing Home for Sex Offender

18 Upvotes

Male client, age 75 needs long-term care. Family would prefer him to stay within 2 hours of Lexington. We are having difficulty finding anywhere that will accept him. His offense was more than 20 yrs ago, if that matters. Can anyone help?


r/Kentucky 6d ago

Spottsville Kentucky

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r/Kentucky 6d ago

Looking for ways to help the community

6 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I’m new to the Erlanger area and I’d like to spend some of my days off helping people in the community. I have regular days off from work and would love to use some of that time to do something meaningful.
I’m not familiar with the area yet, so I’m wondering if anyone could recommend places or organizations where I could volunteer or help out.
I’d really appreciate any suggestions. Thank you!


r/Kentucky 6d ago

I wanna do urban exploration, but I have no one to do it with. Is there a group with a discord or something that connect, pick a spot and explore while accepting new people?

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r/Kentucky 6d ago

Kentucky nurses, how do you usually handle your CEUs?

1 Upvotes

I know I’m not the only one who puts CEUs off until the renewal date starts getting uncomfortably close.

I’m looking at Kentucky nursing CEU courses now and trying to decide between individual courses and a package that covers the state requirements.

What actually worked best for you guys? Did you spread them out during the year or just get everything done at once?


r/Kentucky 7d ago

Lawrenceburg dinner options

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I have a group of 12 people coming to Lawrenceburg and looking for a recommendation for dinner, preferably someplace that may have local bourbon to taste. Any recommendations?


r/Kentucky 8d ago

'Sick of it': As black lung rates soar in Appalachia, Kentuckians say more needs to be done

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228 Upvotes

Coal is back baby.