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Old 03-16-2008, 05:24 AM   #3
Frodo
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How close to the deadline was it when you sent the check? There's often a "lead time" factor involved---if you cut it close, one clerk at the office may have been processing your check while another may have been processing the license suspension paperwork (and upping the ante on your fine).

I don't know all the legal ins and outs, but the first place to start is to set aside a few hours, take a valium and make some phone calls. First rule: DON'T get pissy right off the bat---there will always be time for that later if it's clear they're jackin' you around. Call, tell them who you are, say "How ya doin' today", etc. Soften them up, BE NICE. A lot of times if you can get them on your side initially you'll make progress much faster.

If someone can't help you, ask them who can, and see if they can connect you (or give you the phone number). Ask names and, ideally, write down who told you what. That way, you can use their names and repeat what they told you as you work your way up the ladder.

If you actually did send the check in a timely fashion, odds are good you can resolve things in this manner, but it may take some time and patience. As you said, it's fairly unlikely the check is lost---it probably will (or has) shown up. Tactfully make sure they've looked carefully to make sure it's not hiding somewhere at their office.

Good luck.
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