If you fail to pay a traffic ticket/citation or to appear in court on the hearing date (or have your attorney appear on your behalf) the court may issue a warrant for your arrest—and may add the additional charge of failure to appear, which will include additional fines and other potential consequences.
In Florida, if you fail to pay a traffic ticket or citation, or if you do not appear in court on the scheduled hearing date, the court has the authority to issue a bench warrant for your arrest. This situation can also lead to an additional charge of 'failure to appear,' which can result in further fines and consequences. It is important to address traffic citations promptly to avoid these additional legal issues. If you are unable to appear in court, you have the option to have an attorney appear on your behalf to handle the matter. Ignoring a traffic citation can lead to escalated legal problems, including the potential suspension of your driver's license.