Traffic Tickets
Traffic attorneys can always be assured of one thing: business will be good in any economy. That’s because traffic tickets are given every day, and every day people hire attorneys to help them reduce their fines or get out of paying them.
Traffic court can be a place full of adventure, but it’s also an area of the law that is mired in process and bound by strict rules and state laws regarding traffic infractions and their penalties.
Attorneys who focus on traffic ticket defense and mitigation become familiar with the inner workings of a particular court system and help individuals fight their tickets or prepare for their “day in court.†Oftentimes traffic ticket defense attorneys take the place of the violator in court, entering a plea, arguing for reduced penalties, and even handling the required court proceedings and payments on behalf of the client.
This category provides writings from attorneys and others who practice in this important civil law area.
Causing An Accident While Uninsured
Experienced Pennsylvania personal injury attorney, Paul R. Weber, knows - the first thing to understand is that you are driving illegally in Pennsylvania if you have no auto insurance.
Pennsylvania law requires all Pennsylvania motor vehicle owners to maintain vehicle liability insurance (financial responsibility) on any currently registered vehicle. And, yes, Pennsylvania law also requires you to register your vehicle. In fact, all new residents are required to apply for Pennsylvania title and registration of their vehicle(s) within 20 days of establishing residency in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania not only requires you to have insurance but also to have your driver’s license and proof of insurance—unexpired—with you in your car. Pennsylvania means business too, because:
- If PennDOT determines that you operated your vehicle without the required insurance, your driver's license will be suspended for three months.
- Your registration plate, sticker, card and driver's license must be surrendered to PennDOT in order to serve the suspension.
- Restoration fees of $50.00 and proof of insurance must be submitted prior to having either registration or driving privileges returned.
- Then, if you have a second no-insurance violation in two years, you go to jail for 30 days and get your car impounded.
Liability insurance in Pennsylvania
Vehicle liability insurance covers the property damage or injuries you may cause others in a crash. A lapse in insurance coverage results in the suspension of your vehicle registration privilege for three months, unless the lapse of insurance was for a period of less than 31 days and the owner or registrant proves to PennDOT that the vehicle was not operated during this lapse in coverage.
Insurance companies are not required to notify PennDOT when you cancel your insurance policy—it is your responsibility to notify PennDOT of the new insurance. Failure to do so will result in the suspension of your vehicle registration.
Pennsylvania auto insurance minimums
Pennsylvania requires you to have:
- Third party liability insurance
- Medical benefits coverage
Third party liability insurance minimum coverage in Pennsylvania is $15,000 for bodily injury, $5,000 for property damages, and $5,000 for medical expenses.
Causing an accident while uninsured in Pennsylvania
You may carry the full financial responsibility for causing a car crash in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. If this happens, there will likely be lawsuits against you, and you will need a defense attorney to advise and defend you in court. Even if you are found to be not legally responsible for the auto accident, you must pay the attorney's fees, and other court-related costs.
If you are found to be negligent, the court enters a judgment against you, assigning you financial responsibility for damages, which can add up to hundreds of thousands of dollars in a crash with serious or permanent injuries.
Bucks County Car Accident Attorneys - The Law Firm of Paul R. Weber.
Underage Drinking & Driving Consequences
UNDERAGE DRINKING & DRIVING CONSEQUENCES IN ILLINOIS
Fred Mark Dry, experienced criminal defense attorney describes the current underage drinking and driving consequences in Illinois…
First Offense Under age 21 DUI Conviction
- Loss of full driving privileges for a minimum of two (2) years.
- Possible imprisonment for up to 364 days.
- Maximum $2,500 fine.
Second Offense Under age 21 DUI Conviction
- Loss of full driving privileges for a minimum of five (5) years or until age 21, whichever is longer.
- Mandatory 48 hours in jail or ten (10) days of community service.
- Possible imprisonment for up to one (1) year.
- Maximum $2,500 fine.
Third Offense Under age 21 DUI Conviction - Class 4 Felony
- Loss of full driving privileges for a minimum of ten (10) years.
- Possible imprisonment of one (1) to three (3) years.
- Maximum $25,000 fine.
Chicago DUI lawyer, Fred Dry can assist you if you or your child has been arrested for underage drinking and driving in IL.
Get Out of a Speeding Ticket in Wilmington – Legally!
There is good news and bad news for people wondering about the odds of beating speeding ticket in Wilmington:
The good news—just because a cop wrote you a ticket does not mean you are guilty.
The bad news—you do not stand a great chance to get out of a speeding ticket in Wilmington or nearby areas if you go to court without a lawyer.Â
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Do not pay or plead guilty because you assume fighting a speeding ticket will be hard, but also do not try to take on the legal system by yourself. The city or county will have professional lawyers on their side. You should have one, too.
The likelihood of beating a speeding ticket in the Wilmington area greatly increases if you obtain qualified professional counsel. The skilled attorneys at Isley & Wentz, PLLC are experienced in representing clients in traffic court and are serious about getting results:
Reduction of fines
Dismissal of charges
Retention of license
Negotiating felonies down to misdemeanors
Even on a minor charge, a guilty plea, or a conviction will have long-term consequences. Even stiffer penalties can apply if you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL). The loss of a CDL will affect your current job and your potential for future income.
No matter who you are, if the law allows it, a lawyer can help you with your speeding ticket. The traffic ticket attorneys in Wilmington, At Isley & Wentz, PLLC we’ll be prepared to offer a vigorous defense on your behalf.
You have rights under the law, and fighting a speeding ticket in Wilmington or nearby areas is always an option. Ask the attorneys of Isley & Wentz, PLLC, how you might beat a ticket in the Wilmington, NC, area.
Fighting a Traffic Ticket
The best way to avoid a ticket is to pay close attention to traffic signs and signals and abide by local laws. In some cases even the most lawful of drivers can find themselves in violation of the law. Signs are not always properly posted, speed limits drop more quickly than expected and other similar misunderstanding can lead to traffic violations. If you are pulled over for such a violation, make sure to be courteous and patient with the Memphis police officer. In some case you may only receive a warning. If the officer does ticket you, you will need to contact a traffic defense attorney as soon as possible.
Memphis Traffic Defense Attorney
The Law Firm of Mark S. McDaniel has been representing drivers in Tennessee traffic court for years. Our understanding of Tennessee traffic laws and the local court system enables us to aggressively and effectively represent clients in all types of traffic cases. From minor violations to more serious charges, we are prepared to represent you. We can assist you in fighting a speeding ticket in Memphis.
How to Fight a Traffic Ticket
Contact an Attorney
Many people are reluctant to hire legal counsel as they are fearful of the cost. In many cases your traffic defense attorney will save you more than the cost of his or her legal fees. Do some research and find an attorney in your area with experience in traffic defense law. Once you have selected your attorney you will review your case together and determine your best strategy to fight speeding ticket in Memphis.
Contact the Courts
Your attorney will contact the courts on your behalf. He or she will make an argument in your defense in order to have fines and penalties reduced or dismissed. The court will then respond to your defense and make a ruling.
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Mark S. McDaniel
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Memphis, TN 38105
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