What can happen if I get a warrant for an unpaid parking ticket?

The decision to not pay parking tickets can have significant consequences depending on the state where you reside or obtained the ticket. For instance, in many states, unpaid traffic tickets can cause your driver’s license to be suspended until the tickets are paid or you may be prohibited from renewing your car’s registration.

The most serious and significant consequence of unpaid parking tickets is a warrant. This means that a judge will issue a bench warrant against you with bail for failing to appear in court regarding the parking ticket. In other words, if you are stopped by a police officer you can be immediately arrested for not paying the parking tickets. You can be arrested at any time—even if the original arrest was unrelated to the unpaid parking tickets.  

An unpaid parking ticket has serious consequences. Therefore, contacting a lawyer who specializes in traffic tickets may be your best bet. The lawyer will review your case and explain the choices you have to deal with the warrant unpaid parking ticket. For example, you may be able to go to your local courthouse (where the traffic tickets occurred), and pay the tickets. Once the tickets are paid, the clerk of courts will provide you with proof that the warrant for unpaid parking ticket or tickets is off your criminal record. Nevertheless, it’s best to seek legal help for any unpaid parking tickets.