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1. What is a criminal traffic or misdemeanor charge?
2. What is a civil traffic infraction?
3. How soon after issuance must I pay the ticket?
4. What if I receive a letter from the State of Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (Florida DHSMV) informing me that my license will be suspended?
5. Can I get an extension for my payment due date?
6. Can I get an extension for my court date?
7. What happens if the ticket is not paid?
8. How do I enter a not guilty plea to a civil traffic infraction?
9. Who will be present at the non-jury hearing?
10. What must I do if the court finds me guilty?
11. Can the clerk's office advise me of points assessed against my license?

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1. How can I satisfy a traffic civil infraction?
2. The fee owed is different than what the deputy or officer listed on my citation. Why is that?
3. Can I get a payment extension?
4. How long do I have to enter a not guilty plea to a civil infraction?
5. What if I live outside of Polk County?
6. What if I'm found guilty of a civil traffic infraction?
7. What are my options for paying court imposed fines and costs for traffic tickets?
8. Can I pay for traffic citation in Polk County that I received in another county?

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1. Who may make an election to attend basic driver improvement course?
2. What is the benefit of making an election?
3. Do I have to pay to elect a basic driver improvement course?
4. How can I elect to attend a basic driver improvement course?
5. Do I need to do anything else after I attend the basic driver improvement course?
6. Can I change my mind after I elect to attend a basic driver improvement course?
7. How many times can I elect to attend a basic driver improvement course?
8. What if I receive a ticket outside Polk County?
9. Where can I get more information about an election?