i received an summons for an open container of alcohol in new york. i'm not sure if this shows up on your record or not, but i'd like to fight it. at the bottom of the summons is a section for me to sign that says i acknowledge the receipt..... the officer never had me sign this section. does this mean the summons is improperly written and invalid? if so, do i have to show up in court or can i take care of this by mail. thanks for the help.