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 West Virginia, 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 penalties. The consequences of not addressing traffic citations promptly can be severe, including the possibility of increased fines, license suspension, and even incarceration. It is important to either pay the fine, contest the ticket in court, or have an attorney represent you if you are unable to attend. Ignoring a traffic citation can escalate the situation and lead to more serious legal issues.