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 Pennsylvania, 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 may issue a bench warrant for your arrest. This can also lead to an additional charge of 'failure to appear,' which can result in further fines and consequences. It is important to either pay the fine, contest the ticket in court on the appointed date, or have an attorney appear on your behalf if you are unable to attend. Ignoring a traffic citation can lead to escalated legal issues, including but not limited to, increased fines, potential jail time, and the suspension of your driving privileges.