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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 Nevada, traffic courts, often referred to as municipal courts when located within a city, or justice courts when located in a township, handle various traffic-related offenses. These courts deal with infractions such as speeding, running a red light, parking violations, driver's license issues, liability insurance requirements, and equipment violations like malfunctioning lights. The offenses typically addressed in these courts are misdemeanors, which are less serious than felonies and usually carry penalties such as fines, traffic school, or points on a driver's license rather than prison time. Some traffic violations can be resolved by paying a fine or attending traffic school, while others may require a court appearance. Repeat offenses or more serious violations like DUI or reckless driving may result in harsher penalties and could be elevated to higher courts.

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