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Traffic courts (also known as municipal courts) are generally courts that are dedicated to prosecuting and resolving tickets or citations for traffic, parking, driver’s license, liability insurance, defective equipment (headlights, brake lights, turning lights, etc.), and license plate violations. These are usually lower level misdemeanor offenses (as opposed to felony offenses).

In New Jersey, traffic courts are typically referred to as Municipal Courts. These courts handle cases involving traffic and parking violations, such as speeding, running a red light, or illegal parking, as well as issues related to driver's licenses, vehicle insurance requirements, and equipment violations on vehicles. The offenses adjudicated in these courts are generally classified as misdemeanors or lesser offenses, rather than felonies. Penalties for these violations can include fines, points on a driver's license, mandatory attendance at traffic school, community service, and in some cases, suspension or revocation of the driver's license. It's important for individuals who receive a traffic citation in New Jersey to respond by the date specified on the ticket, which may involve paying a fine, contesting the ticket in court, or attending a court hearing.

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