Traffic Ticket question

[ahugecat]

I recently got a citation for California violation VC 22454 (Fail to stop for school bus), I have not been convicted yet however (I have yet to plead guilty or not), but if I do end up having to pay it, and I go to traffic school after that, can I still become a police officer? I am working on a 2 year degree right now (I just started last semester so I have 2 years to go) but I am wondering if this means I cannot become a police officer after I get my 2 year degree (assuming I do not get any more traffic violations)?

Thanks.

[retdetsgt]

One traffic ticket isn't going to make that much difference. Don't worry about it.

[Kimble]

One traffic ticket isn't going to make that much difference. Don't worry about it.

Ditto! A single traffic ticket won't keep you from being a cop. However, be sure to be more mindful of the rules of the road, as a number of traffic violations/tickets can prevent you from being hired if it shows a pattern of carelessness and disregard for the law.

Go forth and sin no more.

[ahugecat]

Thank you for your answers and the time you guys took to help - made my night haha. Look forward to (hopefully) joining you guys in the force in the future!