Traffic Ticket Non Issuance Clarification

Summary

The user was pulled over for a traffic violation but did not receive a ticket at the scene or in the mail. The user was informed that in Pennsylvania, traffic tickets should be issued at the scene or mailed within 30 days. If the ticket is not received within this period, its likely the user wont be charged. The respond in 10 days rule applies from the date the ticket is received, not the date it was issued. If the ticket was sent to an incorrect address due to the officers error, it may not be considered properly served. The user was advised to keep checking the mail and with the police department.

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I was pulled over for running a red light. The cop said he was going to give me a ticket, but drove off. He did not have me sign anything and he did not give me the paper copy. It has been a week and I still have not received anything in the mail. I went to the police department and nobody was there. I called the police department and nobody answered. What are my options?
What is your location, ****? This will help me provide more accurate information.
Pennsylvania
Did you manage to get the officer's name or badge number? In Pennsylvania, traffic tickets should be issued at the scene or mailed within 30 days.
No
In Pennsylvania, if you don't receive a ticket within 30 days, it's likely you won't be charged. However, keep checking your mail and with the police department.
Does the “respond in 10 days” rule still apply if the ticket is mailed?
Yes, in Pennsylvania, the "respond in 10 days" rule applies from the date the ticket is received, not the date it was issued.
How do they know if the ticket was received?
In Pennsylvania, it's generally assumed that you've received the ticket if it was sent to your correct address. However, it's your responsibility to update your address with the DMV.
What if the cop messed up my address? It is correct on my license
If the ticket was sent to an incorrect address due to the officer's error, it may not be considered properly served in Pennsylvania. Did you update your address with the DMV after moving?
Yes.
Have you received any other mail at your current address without any issues?

General Information:
- In Pennsylvania, if a ticket is not properly served, it may not be enforceable.
- For further queries, you can contact the nearest court: Pennsylvania Judicial Center, contact number: (*) *-*.
Yes, I receive mail all the time.
If you're receiving other mail without issues, it's likely that the ticket, if issued, will reach you. Keep checking your mail and with the police department.