The most common way that most people come into contact with police, is when they receive a traffic citation. A traffic ticket can result from minor infractions, such as speeding or not wearing a seat belt, to much more serious charges, like driving while intoxicated (DWI).
Some people think that it is best to just pay the fines on minor offenses and move on, but there are other costs besides the fine that you will pay on the traffic ticket. Some offenses will result in increases for your automobile insurance.
We have included some information on this site relating to speeding tickets, parking tickets, reckless driving, driving under the influence (DUI), parking tickets and red light cameras. While none of this should be considered legal advice, we hope it is helpful in your search for information about how to fight your ticket.
If you have been charged with a traffic violation, unless the violation is life threatening to other drivers, you will be issued a traffic citation by a police officer who is a representative of the government. Signing the ticket is not an admission of guilt, but rather an acknowledgement that you may be required to appear in court. In most cases you will be free until the appointed time of your court appearance. In certain types of traffic offense cases the traffic lawyer may determine that you will need to challenge the case in court. If you have a commercial, minor restricted or chauffeur license it is important to consult with a traffic attorney because you may be assessed more severe penalties if you commit certain traffic violations.
Traffic ticket attorneys work with a variety of clients who have been cited for traffic violations that can range from minor to severe offenses. A traffic attorney will use their legal expertise to review the officer's ticketing procedures, note any extenuating circumstances of your case and verify your legal rights were not violated.
Traffic laws are governed by the regulations and statutes of individual states, counties and cities. Federal laws can also govern driving regulations for certain types of traffic violations. Due to the variation in traffic rules there is no one size fits all solution to an individual's situation. Most traffic attorneys will offer a free consultation session to review your traffic offense and determine what legal options are available to you.