CHP to write "fix it" tickets.SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 17, 1994--The California California (kăl'ĭfôr`nyə), most populous state in the United States, located in the Far West; bordered by Oregon (N), Nevada and, across the Colorado River, Arizona (E), Mexico (S), and the Pacific Ocean (W). Highway Patrol highway patrol n. A state law enforcement organization whose police officers patrol the public highways. (CHP CHP Chapter CHP Combined Heat and Power CHP California Highway Patrol CHP Cumhuriyet Halk Partisi (Turkish: Republican People's Party) CHP Chemical Hygiene Plan (OSHA) CHP Community Health Plan ) will begin issuing "fix it" tickets to drivers with simple "correctable" violations. This will permit a driver to show proof that a correction has been made and eliminate the need to have contact with the courts for a simple registration, driver's license Noun 1. driver's license - a license authorizing the bearer to drive a motor vehicle driver's licence, driving licence, driving license license, permit, licence - a legal document giving official permission to do something or mechanical violations. "We hope this will simplify the process for people," CHP commissioner Maury Hannigan said. "Where the violations are of a correctable nature, there is no evidence of persistent neglect, there is no immediate safety hazard, and the individual promises to correct the violation promptly, this policy should smooth out the process." After receiving a "Notice to Correct Violation" from the CHP, a driver will have 30 days to present proof of correction to the issuing CHP area office. If proof of correction is received within this time frame, there will be no further action taken. "However, willfully willfully adv. referring to doing something intentionally, purposefully and stubbornly. Examples: "He drove the car willfully into the crowd on the sidewalk." "She willfully left the dangerous substances on the property." (See: willful) violating a written promise to correct or willfully failing to deliver proof of correction is a misdemeanor misdemeanor, in law, a minor crime, in contrast to a felony. At common law a misdemeanor was a crime other than treason or a felony. Although it might be a grave offense, it did not affect the feudal bond or take away the offender's property. By the 19th cent. ," Hannigan said. "When an individual does not comply with the requirements, a complaint will be forwarded to the courts for further action. "For most people, this new policy will enable them to bring their vehicles, registration or driver's license into compliance with the law simply and with minimal difficulty. I'm pleased that we can offer this service to California motorists," Hannigan said. CONTACT: California Highway Patrol, Sacramento
Greg Manuel, 916/657-7202, 800/735-2929 (TT/TDD)
or 800/735-2922 (Voice)
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