EPISODE · Aug 20, 2025 · 10 MIN
Traffic Tickets 101: Navigating Knox County’s Roads to the Courtroom
from From Country To Courts with Mike Hammond · host Knox County Criminal Court
In this episode, Knox County Criminal Court Clerk Mike Hammond sits down with Mandy Branch, a General Sessions Office supervisor specializing in traffic cases. Together, they break down what happens when you get a traffic ticket from moving vs. non-moving violations to how points on your license work, when you need to appear in court, and options to resolve tickets before your court date. Whether you’re facing a minor citation or just curious about the process, you’ll get practical insights into navigating traffic cases in Knox County.Higlights: (2:00) Understanding Traffic Violations and Points(2:36) Officer Discretion in Reckless Driving Charges(4:04) Options Before Coming to Court(4:54) Avoiding Points on Your License(5:16) Should You Get an Attorney for Court?
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In this episode, Knox County Criminal Court Clerk Mike Hammond sits down with Mandy Branch, a General Sessions Office supervisor specializing in traffic cases. Together, they break down what happens when you get a traffic ticket from moving vs. non-moving violations to how points on your license work, when you need to appear in court, and options to resolve tickets before your court date. Whether you’re facing a minor citation or just curious about the process, you’ll get practical insights into navigating traffic cases in Knox County.Higlights: (2:00) Understanding Traffic Violations and Points(2:36) Officer Discretion in Reckless Driving Charges(4:04) Options Before Coming to Court(4:54) Avoiding Points on Your License(5:16) Should You Get an Attorney for Court?
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Traffic Tickets 101: Navigating Knox County’s Roads to the Courtroom
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