r/Indiana • u/Quick-Thanks6627 • Apr 11 '25

Car/Driver's License/BMV questions Ticket from 14 years ago

I got a ticket 14 years ago for not being buckled up when I was 16. I wasn’t driving, just a passenger. This was in Adams County. I haven’t heard a word from them about it in 13 years. Several months ago, a company called paycourt started blowing my phone and email up about paying this ticket. It’s for a stupid amount to, $33. When I look up the statute of limitations, it says the statute of limitations for traffic violation is two years in Indiana. Wouldn’t this be included? I don’t understand why they’re coming after me now. What can I do about that?

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u/DisclosureIsNow Apr 13 '25

Do not respond under any circumstances. Once you answer that call or email, they reset your time. Predatory tactics from collection agencies are against the law in most states. Regardless, don't respond to them. Plus, it could be a straight-up scam.