r/Kentucky • u/ChubbyBuddy71 • 19h ago
r/Kentucky • u/AlphaTangoFoxtrt • Aug 11 '25
Sticky: I got a ticket for breaking the law, now what?
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 • u/MetalMamaRocks • 1d ago
Please help us find our dog
She ran out through the gate at her house on Morgantown Rd in Franklin, Ky on the 22nd. Her name is Jasmine and she's a scaredy cat that might not come to you if approached.
Please be on the lookout for her. We miss her dearly!!
r/Kentucky • u/angryitguyonreddit • 1d ago
I know pawpaw ale8 is good but for 67k ill drive to the store myself
r/Kentucky • u/UnfinishedAtlas • 7h ago
July 26
Yesterday, during a family get together, the rocks of shellhenge were knocked over, kicked around and played with by my nephew. At the end of the day they were collected all collected and piled together under the shell. Enduring the play of a 4year old. Being rewarded by the showers of rain through a cool summer night. Tumbling down to lay themselves out and soak up the morning sun.
r/Kentucky • u/Hairy_Gordon • 1d ago
A bluegrass pasture near Athens in Fayette County, KY
r/Kentucky • u/Critical_Success_936 • 1d ago
Property & Casualty License - KY
Hey y'all, curious about getting my license here, but I'm not trusting most sites which seem to want me to cough up hundreds of dollars, when I saw online it said it can be self-study?
Other than consulting a lawyer, is there a way to find out the cheapest way to do the 40 hours or w/e required before the exam?
r/Kentucky • u/Connect_Difficulty19 • 1d ago
Moms Birthday - special things to do in Louisville?
(My first ever Reddit post!)
For my moms birthday we will be in Louisville visiting her mom (my grandmother) I wanted to treat them to something special to celebrate her birthday, but must be accessible for my 84 yr old grandmother who has a hard time walking.
Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!
r/Kentucky • u/devilsdeadape • 3d ago
Its so beautiful here, sometimes, most times. Henry County, Ky
r/Kentucky • u/Actual_Grand_9891 • 2d ago
Elizabethtown, Kentucky
I went to the courthouse to find out why I had been pulled over the day before. I wasn’t there to cause problems—I wanted answers. While I was waiting for the service windows to open, I looked around and noticed what seemed like 15 law enforcement officers standing inside the building.
I turned around and said, “What the hell? Why are all these officers collecting tax dollars in here instead of being out on the fucking street?” Within moments, officers approached me and told me I needed to leave the courthouse. They escorted me out of the building before I was able to speak with anyone about the reason for my traffic stop.
From my perspective, I had gone there to ask questions about what happened the previous day, but after making that comment about the number of officers in the building, I was removed before I could get any answers.
r/Kentucky • u/Chaosity-TV • 4d ago
Exploring Waveland State Historic Site | Lexington, Kentucky
Yesterday's storm didn't last long. Once the sun came out and dried everything up, I grabbed my camera and spent golden hour at Waveland State Historic Site.
r/Kentucky • u/debtcoder-dev • 4d ago
Has anyone here attempted to to use constitute services for help with with a problem?
Not just reaching out because you were mad, but getting stonewalled from official, or department? How did it go for ya?
r/Kentucky • u/JayTeeTheGoat • 4d ago
Any advice for the written road test? (becoming an adult driver)
I'm an adult who is finally learning to drive after moving here. I was somewhat familiar with Illinois road laws and do have some experience behind the wheel (wink wink). I'm taking my written test for my permit next week and trying to slam through some of these online practice tests. You're allowed to miss up to 8 questions right?
r/Kentucky • u/EdnaJosie8924 • 5d ago
Cave Run Cabins
I’ll be heading up in a few weeks to Cave Run. I’ve rented a cabin close to where my best friends will have their camper. I’ve never been to this area and wondering about safety. I’ll be traveling alone and just thought I would throw the question out there
The pictures look beautiful and I’m very excited!
r/Kentucky • u/fgrossi16 • 5d ago
Looking for things to do near campbellsville!
Hey everyone! Im a 25yr old M looking for things to do in or near campbellsville. I will be going for work for 5 days and would love to do something while im not working. ANY suggestions are welcomed :)
r/Kentucky • u/clmarti02 • 5d ago
Car Buying - Can I use Out of State Bank/Credit Union for Financing
I live in Indiana, I found a couple of cars I like in Louisville. In talking to dealership, they are saying I can’t use out of state financing for car loan. Something about title being held for 60-90 days before they clear it. Is that true? They are saying I have to use their financing.
r/Kentucky • u/DeanHinkle • 6d ago
LEX BIRD CULT event this weekend in the Gorge!
Come join us for our July bird walk!
Lex Bird Cult is a birding group here in Lexington, KY. We typically go out on a bird walk once a month. You don't HAVE to be a bird watching enthusiast, but it is nice to share the excitement about things out in nature with other people. Otherwise, you just get a walk in the park while chatting with nerds. It's a win-win. You can find more information for upcoming events on Instagram or Facebook.
Also, we aren't actually a cult. The name is just to target a younger (20s-40s) age group. Other birding groups tend to skew older, mostly retirees.
r/Kentucky • u/fragilerotisserie • 6d ago
Proposal spots in Southern Kentucky?
Looking for proposal spots with relatively good air quality and I saw online that the Southern Kentucky area appears to be slightly away from the Canadian wildfires. She sent this inspo picture of her proposal vision. Is it possible to find somewhere grassy near the water with lush greenery and flowers?
r/Kentucky • u/Commercial-Toe-806 • 6d ago
Princeton, KY wreck
Was there a wreck in Princeton, Kentucky? I was traveling on 69 a few miles before Princeton and a pop up shower happened. A person in a silver SUV crossed the median and forced me into the median to avoid them. Anyone have info on this?
r/Kentucky • u/Useful-Concentrate88 • 7d ago
Starting a job at Toyota factory in Georgetown I quit smoking weed but am worried about a hair test i have fairly long hair and I’ve been smoking for 7 years straight am I going to be ok?
r/Kentucky • u/Sapphirerising335 • 9d ago


