Poseyville has stronger city-level traffic content than the county foundation initially suggested.
Current research confirms not only SR 165 and SR 68, but also specific local speed rules, a detailed golf-cart and off-road-vehicle code, North Posey school traffic and a current Indiana BMV branch inside Poseyville.
Which Court Handles a Poseyville Traffic Ticket?
Ordinary Posey County traffic infractions are generally assigned to:
Posey Circuit Court 300 Main Street Mount Vernon, IN 47620
Traffic Department Room 115 Phone: 812-838-1306
A local ordinance violation can follow the separate Superior Court allocation. Use the citation and MyCase to confirm your specific case.
What to Do After Getting a Traffic Ticket in Poseyville
Read the ticket.
Identify the case type and court.
Check your court or payment date.
Search Indiana MyCase.
Contact the Traffic Department if needed.
Review Posey County infraction deferral before paying.
Check for a separate BMV DSP requirement.
Verify any court-ordered online course.
Complete each requirement on time.
Keep records.
Poseyville Indiana Online Driver Safety Program
ABetterDriver.com is currently listed by the BMV as an approved online DSP provider.
The BMV-required online DSP, voluntary four-point credit, court order and Posey County deferral program remain separate.
Posey County Infraction Deferral
Poseyville traffic cases use the same county Prosecutor deferral program when the particular citation qualifies.
Current published terms include:
$192.50 fee.
No other moving violations during the previous two years as a potential eligibility criterion.
CDL licenses excluded.
The public instructions do not make ABetterDriver.com's online DSP a standard deferral requirement.
Driving in Poseyville: SR 165 and SR 68
Current INDOT mapping identifies both SR 165 and SR 68 in the Poseyville area.
Drivers should expect transitions between:
State-road traffic.
Local streets.
Agricultural traffic.
School buses.
Golf carts and ORVs on qualifying local roads.
Commercial activity near the town center.
Poseyville Speed Limits
The town's current code contains specific local speed limits.
St. Francis Avenue
The published schedule provides:
20 mph on St. Francis Avenue from the SR 68/SR 165 intersection to South Street.
30 mph from South Street to the southern town limits.
Cale Street
The town establishes 20 mph on Cale Street between West South Street and Main Street.
Current posted signs remain controlling.
Poseyville Golf-Cart Rules
Poseyville allows registered golf carts on qualifying town streets.
Current published requirements include:
Annual town registration.
$25 annual registration fee.
Optional four-year registration for $75.
Inspection by the Town Marshal or Deputy Marshal.
Insurance.
Rear-view mirror.
Side reflectors.
Slow-moving-vehicle placard.
Safety flag.
Lighting and turn signals for operation after dark.
Golf-cart operators are also subject to normal traffic laws.
Poseyville Off-Road Vehicles
Poseyville separately regulates ORVs.
The current code states that:
The operator must have a valid driver's license.
ORVs on qualifying streets are limited to 15 mph.
The Town Marshal can designate restricted streets and areas.
Do not merge these ORV rules with the golf-cart provisions.
Poseyville School Traffic
North Posey Junior High School uses a Poseyville address at 5800 High School Road.
North Elementary materials list 63 W. Fletchall Avenue in Poseyville.
The concentration of district facilities means drivers should anticipate buses, school employees, parent traffic and student drivers on town and surrounding roads.
Poseyville Town Marshal
Poseyville Police Department / Town Marshal 91 E. Cynthiana Road Poseyville, IN 47633 Phone: 812-874-3518
The town currently identifies Charles Carter as Town Marshal.
Poseyville BMV Branch
This is a significant current update.
Poseyville BMV Branch 231 N. St. Francis Avenue Poseyville, IN 47633 Phone: 888-692-6841
Current hours:
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed all other days.
The BMV branch is physically in Poseyville. Do not direct every northern Posey County driver to Mount Vernon.
Poseyville Indiana Online Traffic School FAQ
Which court handles a Poseyville moving violation? Ordinary IF traffic cases generally go to Posey Circuit Court.
Does Posey County offer infraction deferral? Yes.
How much is deferral? The current published fee is $192.50.
Can a CDL holder qualify? The county currently says no.
Can I take Indiana online traffic school from Poseyville? Yes.
What is the speed limit on part of St. Francis Avenue? 20 mph between SR 68/SR 165 and South Street under the published schedule.
Are golf carts allowed in Poseyville? Yes, subject to town registration and equipment rules.
How much is annual golf-cart registration? $25 under the current code.
Does Poseyville permit ORVs on some streets? Yes, subject to town rules and a 15 mph local ORV limit.
Is there a BMV branch in Poseyville? Yes. The current branch is at 231 N. St. Francis Avenue.
Complete Your Indiana Online Driver Safety Program From Poseyville
ABetterDriver.com's BMV-approved online Driver Safety Program is available when you need an approved DSP for BMV purposes or the voluntary four-point credit.
Do not confuse the course with Posey County infraction deferral.