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 Kentucky, 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 is a separate offense that can result in additional fines and consequences. The failure to appear charge can exacerbate the situation, potentially leading to increased penalties, including but not limited to, higher fines, license suspension, and even incarceration. It is important to address traffic citations promptly and to communicate with the court if you are unable to attend a hearing. An attorney can appear on your behalf if you are unable to do so, which can help manage the situation and potentially avoid the issuance of a warrant or additional charges.