Overview

• In the U.S. there is no unified registry, so drivers must look up citations through the issuing state’s DMV or the local court, using USA.gov to find the right jurisdiction.
• Federal tickets are processed by the Central Violations Bureau, payable online via Pay.gov or by mail to the CVB P.O. Box in San Antonio, with nonresponse risking a court order or arrest warrant.
• Most states now offer online search, payment and appeal tools, and some jurisdictions provide options such as defensive‑driving courses, e‑filing, or payment plans.
• Ignoring a ticket can add fees, raise insurance costs, damage DMV records, hinder registration renewals, and lead to license suspension or revocation.
• Authorities warn about phishing messages that promise discounts through suspicious links; pay or dispute only through verified DMV, court, USA.gov and CVB portals.