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Knicos, Renee PA Dept.of Transportation
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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APPEAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSE/AUTO REGISTRATION SUSPENSION >C_' `13
Ag NOW, this (enter today's date) 0 1� , comes the Appellant, (Type your name)-
us , by I' /her attorney, and states as follows:
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1. Appellant's PA oper�tor; number or automobile registration number is: ;46 �
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2. PennDOT proposes, by Notice dated (insert"mailing" date here) Q 13 !, � 20� ,to suspend
Appellant's driving privileges R1 automobile registration for a period of(Insert length of suspension) �4
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suspension is to be effective (Insert suspension effective date) ta;t ^ 1 _, 20 1 ?j
****A copy of the Notice sent by PennDOT is attached to this Appeal****
3. The suspension of Appellant's operating privileges is contrary to law in that:
(Check those which apply)
❑ The police lacked reasonable grounds to stop Appellant and/or request Appellant to submit to a chemical
test.
Appellant did not knowingly or intelligently refuse a chemical test;
The conviction on which Appellant's suspension is based was overturned by successful appeal, OR is currently
under appeal. (Attach a copy of the court docket this Appeal).
ErOther(Specify reason:)
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The suspension of Appellant's automobile registration is contrary to law in that:
My failure to have insurance was for a period of less than 31 days AND I did not
drive nor permit anyone else to drive my vehicle during the time it was without
insurance. (Attach proof of insurance to this Appeal and either a notarized
statement of PennDOT form MV-221 to document non-operation of the vehicle).
Other(specify reason:)
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WHEREFORE, Appellant respectfully requests this Honorable Court to sustain the anneal from the suspension
of operating privileges or automobile registration. - —0 C� -�� r
Respectfully submitted,
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VERIFICATION
The undersigned hereby states that the statements made in the attached Appeal of Suspension or
Registration are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. The undersigned understands
that the statements in the attached Appeal are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Sec. 4904 relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
Signature:
Type Name: k1
Address: t � -fCel�
City/State/Zip Code:
Telephone Number: -717 C 4 16'" 0 did
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Bureau of Driver Licensing
Harrisburg , PA 17123
SEPTEMBER 07, 2013
RENEE KNICOS WID # 132439283808131 001
143 TOWER CIRCLE PROCESSING DATE 08/31/2013
DRIVER LICENSE # 26640064
CARLISLE PA 17013 DATE OF BIRTH 12/30/1952
Dear Motorist :
Your driving privilege is scheduled to be suspended on
10/12/2013 , because you failed to produce proof of financial
responsibility on 06/24/2013, the date of your traffic of-
fense .
1 . Your driving privilege will be suspended for three
months effective 10/12/2013 at 12 : 01 A .M. as authorized by
Section 1786 (d) of the Vehicle Code .
Please see the enclosed application for restoration fee in-
formation .
2 . You will be required to return any current driver 's
license or learner ' s permit and/or temporary drivers license
(camera card) in your possession .
3. You will be required to provide the Department with
proof that all motor vehicles registered in your name are
covered by a motor vehicle liability insurance policy or by
a program of self-insurance approved by the Department .
You will not be permitted to operate a motor vehicle
until you have been advised in writing by this Bureau that
your privilege has been reinstated .
If you do not comply with this notice , this Bureau will
refer this matter to the Pennsylvania State Police for
prosecution under Section 1571 (A) of the Vehicle Code .
EFFECTIVE DATE OF SUSPENSION : 10/12/2013 12 : 01 A.M.
In order to comply with this sanction you are required to
return any current driver's license, learner's permit and/or
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temporary driver's license (camera card) in your possession
no later than the effective date listed. If you cannot
comply with the requirements stated above , you are required
to submit a DL16LC Form or a sworn affidavit stating that
you are aware of the sanction against your driving privi-
lege . Failure to comply with this notice shall result in
this Bureau referring this matter to the Pennsylvania State
Police for prosecution under SECTION 1571 (a) (4) of the Ve-
hicle Code .
Although the law mandates that your driving privilege is
under suspension even if you do not surrender your license ,
Credit will not begin until all current driver ' s license
product (s) , the DL16LC Form , or a letter acknowledging your
sanction is received in this Bureau .
WHEN THE DEPARTMENT RECEIVES YOUR LICENSE OR ACKNOWLEDGE-
MENT, WE WILL SEND YOU A RECEIPT. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THIS
RECEIPT WITHIN 15 DAYS CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATELY.
OTHERWISE , YOU WILL NOT BE GIVEN CREDIT TOWARD SERVING THIS
SANCTION .
APPEAL
You have the right to appeal this action to the Court of
Common Pleas (Civil Division) within 30 days of the mail
date , SEPTEMBER 07 , 2013, of this letter . If you file an
appeal in the County Court, the Court will give you a time-
stamped certified copy of the appeal . In order for your
appeal to be valid , you must send this time-stamped certi-
fied copy of the appeal by certified mail to :
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Office of Chief Counsel
Third Floor , Riverfront Office Center
Harrisburg , PA 17104-2516
Sincerely,
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Janet L . Dolan , Director
Bureau of Driver Licensing
132439283808131
SEND FEE/LICENSE/DL-16LC/T0: INFORMATION (8 : 00 AM TO 5 : 00 PM)
Department of Transportation IN STATE 1-800-932-4600
Bureau of Driver Licensing OUT-OF-STATE 717-412-5300
P .O. Box 68693 TOO IN STATE 1-800-228-0676
Harrisburg , PA 17106-8693 TOO OUT-OF-STATE 717-412 75380
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES
PO BOX 68674
HARRISBURG, PA 17106-8674
www.dmv.state.pa.us
WID# 132459999000105 001
TITLE# 60358118
PROCESSING DATE 130901
TRANSACTION CODE 00340
RENEE KNICOS
143 TOWER CIR
CARLISLE, PA 17013
OFFICIAL NOTICE MAIL DATE: 09/08/13
Dear Customer:
The Department was recently notified that a traffic offense occurred on 06/24/13 involving the following vehicle:
MAKE: HONDA YEAR: 2004 BODY TYPE: STATION WAGON
LICENSE PLATE##: FRF4141 TITLE##: 60358118 VIN##: SIISRD78824U235403
At the time the offense occurred, you were unable to provide proof of financial responsibility (insurance).
As a result, the registration for the vehicle listed above will be suspended for three months effective 10/13/13 at
12:01 A.M. as authorized by Section 1786(d) of the Vehicle Code.
THIS IS A FINAL ORDER OF SUSPENSION. You are required to return your current registration plate,
sticker and card to the Department immediately. Credit toward serving this suspension will not begin until the
Department receives your registration products. Additionally, you are required to pay a restoration fee in the
amount of$50 to the Department in accordance with Section 1960 of the Vehicle Code. Please make check or
money order payable to the PA Department of Transportation. Do not send cash. You can also pay by credit
card online at www.dmv.state.pa.us by selecting "Pay Your Financial Responsibility Restoration Fee". Within
30 days of your eligibility date for restoration, you will also be required to show proof of insurance for this vehicle.
We have enclosed a self-addressed envelope for your use when corresponding and a mailing label to assist with the
return of your registration plate, sticker and card. When the Department receives your registration products, we
will send you a letter within 3 weeks confirming that they were received. If, after 3 weeks of mailing your
registration plate, sticker and card to the Department you do not receive a letter stating your registration products
were received, please contact us immediately.
You have the right to appeal this suspension to the Court of Common Pleas of the county of your residence within
thirty(30) days of the mail date of this letter. If you file an appeal in the County Court, the Court will give you
a time-stamped certified copy of the appeal. In order for the appeal to be valid, you must send this time stamped
certified copy of the appeal by certified mail to:
Pennsylvania Dept of Transportation
Office of Chief Counsel
1101 S Front Street-3rd Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17104-2516
If you believe your insurance coverage was terminated in error or you did not receive proper notice of your
insurance termination, you should file a complaint with the Pennsylvania Insurance Department, Bureau of
Consumer Services. Complaints can be filed via the website at www.insurance.pa.gov or mailed to the Pennsylvania
Insurance Department, Bureau of Consumer Services 1209 Strawberry Square, Harrisburg, PA 17120. Please
include your insurance company name and policy number with your complaint.
By Order of
Director
Bureau Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Department of Transportation
Information (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Pennsylvania 800-932-4600
Out of State 717-412-5300
TDD Pennsylvania 800-228-0676
TDD Out of State 717-412-5380
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,PENNSYLVANIA
SRenee Knicos No. /3 � 77v7- �' �`•
(Type your name)
Vs. Driver's License/Auto Registration Appeal
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of Transportation
Bureau of Driver Lice nsing
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
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The undersigned hereby certifies that on , 20 /3 , 1 caused �o§-e r
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mailed by regular mail,postage prepaid, a copy of the Appeal, Order Scheduling Hearing, and
all attachments,to:
Office of Chief Counsel
Vehicle and Traffic Law Division
Riverfront Office Center,3'd Floor
110 5outfi Front Street
Harrisburg,PA 17104-2516
Date: A)/ ,2,0 /,141
Signature:
Type your Name: Ren Knicos
Address: 143 Tower Circle
City/State/Zip Cade: Carlisle,PA 17013
Telephone: (717)245-2105
**This form must be completely filled out and filed in the Prothonotary's office
promptly after mailing the documents to PennDOT**
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,PENNSYLVANIA
Renee Knicos No i?-
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Vs. Driver's License/Auto Registration Appeal
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania .
Department of Transportation .
Bureau of Driver Licensing
ORDER SCHEDULING
I H�E-AARRING ON APPEAL
AND NOW, this /Q day of &Z!I L/2_ , 2013_, a hearing is scheduled
on the appeal of Petitioner for the /7.14 day of G LUa/LLl ,20/7 at 9 : 3O , M
in Courtroom # li of the Cumberland County Courthouse, One Courthouse Square, 4th Floor, Carlisle,
PA 17013,at which time testimony will be taken and argument heard.
A copy of this Order has been served on Appellant. It shall be Appellant's responsibility to serve
a copy of this Appeal, all attachments, and this Order on the attorney for the Commonwealth, at the
following address:
Office of Chief Counsel
Vehicle and Traffic Law Division
Riverfront Office Center,3'a Floor
1101 South front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104-2516
It shall further be Appellant's responsibility to file a Certificate of Service with the Prothonotary
stating that service was made on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
By the Court,
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RENEE KNICOS, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON
Petitioner : PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, : NO. 13-5772 CIVIL TERM
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, :
BUREAU OF DRIVER LICENSING, : DRIVER LICENSE
Respondent : SUSPENSION APPEAL
ORDER
AND NOW, this 17TH day of January, 2014, the appeal filed in the above-
captioned matter is:
REMANDED to the Department of Transportation for
correction of its records.
DISMISSED and the suspension which is the basis of this
appeal shall be REINSTATED.
SUSTAINED and the suspension which is the basis of this
appeal shall be RESCINDED.
WITHDRAWN and the suspension which is the basis of this
appeal shall be REINSTATED.
CONTINUED and RESCHEDULED for the day of
, 2014, at .m., in Courtroom
Room No. of the Cumberland County`7 Courthouse,
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a<s Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
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Attest:
Renee Knicos, 143 Tower Circle, Carlisle, PA 17013
.. Philip M. Bricknell, Esq., PennDOT, Riverfront Office Center, Office of Chief Counsel,
3rd Floor, 1101 South Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104-2516
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