What happens if the citing officer fails to appear?

If the officer does not appear, the case will be dismissed "with prejudice," which means you are not responsible for the offense charged and cannot be charged again in connection with the same incident.

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1. How do I request a traffic hearing?
2. How do I defend myself at a hearing?
3. How do I get my witnesses to appear?
4. Must I pay witnesses for appearing on my behalf?
5. What are the possible outcomes of a traffic hearing?
6. What happens if the citing officer fails to appear?
7. What happens if I fail to appear?
8. What about violation points?
9. Do I have the right to appeal?
10. How do I appeal the decision made at an informal hearing?
11. What if I have further questions about informal hearings?