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When Proof Isn’t Enough

Markeith Loyd is currently in the Orlando, Fla., jail for allegedly killing his pregnant ex-girlfriend, as well as Orlando police Sgt. Debra Clayton. “Allegedly,” because he has not yet been found guilty in a court of law. But for two other crimes he’s accused of, there’s a different process: Loyd has received two automated red-light tickets since he’s been in jail. According to attorney Brian Sandor, a vehicle owner who wasn’t driving can fill out an affidavit saying someone else is responsible for the ticket, although the affidavit requires the actual driver’s birth date and driver’s license number. Without that information, a defendant can request a hearing in front of a judge, but there’s a risk. “You are actually opening yourself up to a $500 fine,” Sandor said. “Plus any court costs that would be assessed when you originally got a $158 notice of violation.” (MS/WFTV Orlando) ...Put it on his tab.