Depending on the reason you receive an overweight ticket, you will be charged with an infraction or a misdemeanor. An infraction is simply a violation and is not punishable by prison. Typically you will not receive more than one fine. If you want to fight the ticket, you will have to appear in court and it is best to hire a lawyer. An overweight ticket considered a misdemeanor is a little more serious, this type of charge is punishable by a higher fine, up to a year in jail, probation and community service. There are strict laws for truck drivers regarding the weight of their vehicles. If you do not obey these laws you can endanger both yourself and others on the road. Reasons for overweight fines: • Failure to present weight certificate to officer • Failure to report gross vehicle weight • If vehicle weight is more than 10,000 pounds and is 1,000-1,500 pounds or more over the legal limit • If the vehicle weight is over 10,000 pounds and is 10,000 pounds or more over the limit, your punishment will most likely be more severe • If you have not paid your dealer...