Read the ticket (citation) carefully; it contains important information.
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Have you been charged with a CRIME or a VIOLATION
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What are the Alleged Offense(s) and what is the Presumptive Fine ($ Amount) for Each Offense
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What is YOUR COURT APPEARANCE DATE, TIME, and LOCATION
For detailed information on reading your ticket: How to Read Your Ticket
If you are charged with a crime, then you MUST appearat the court on the date, time and location indicated on the ticket.
If you are charged with a violation, then you must do one of the following:
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Option 1 - Enter a plea of no contest and pay the court the amount of the presumptive fine.
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Option 2 - Enter a plea of no contest and send a letter of explanation.
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Option 3 - Enter a plea of not guilty and request a trial.
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Option 4 - Contact the court and determine if you qualify for trial by affidavit.
Polk County Circuit Court has established a Violation Bureau under ORS 153.800 to assist the public with options 1 and 2. For more information, visit our Violations Bureau page.