Legal Help With Serious Traffic Violations in Northern Virginia
When and why is it important to fight back against a traffic ticket? Even though many traffic offenses are not charged as misdemeanors, a conviction still results in points on your driving record and a possible increase in your car insurance rates. If you collect enough points on your driving record, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles may suspend your driver's license. Legal help from a lawyer with experience in local traffic courts may help you reduce the ticket or the number of points assigned to your record.
It might be more obvious why a driver would seek legal help in the event of a felony traffic offense such as Hit and Run accidents, a repeat DUI or Vehicular Manslaughter. Conviction for a felony traffic offense will result in jail time, serious fines and long-term driver's license suspension. Furthermore, status as a convicted felon will affect your civil rights and may affect your employment opportunities.
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More Than Two Decades' Experience With Traffic Offenses in Fairfax County
Hale Carlson Baumgartner, PLC, is a well-established law firm in Fairfax, Virginia that has an active criminal defense practice — including a record of success defending clients against all types of traffic offenses:
- Reckless Driving
- Hit and Run Accident Cases
- Habitual Offender Charges
- Racing
- Driving on/with a Suspended License
- Driving Under the Influence
Our criminal defense practice is led by veteran Virginia attorney Carleton Penn III, who offers more than 28 years' experience in criminal and traffic law in Virginia.
I Can Go To Jail For Speeding?
Yes, if you are charged with Reckless Driving, which in Virginia is when you drive in excess of 80 miles per hour or 20 miles over the speed limit. In either situation, you will face the punishment of a Class One Misdemeanor, ie, 12 months in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. In addition, your license may be suspended up to 6 months by the court. If you are charged in Northern Virginia, there is an unwritten court policy that at 90 miles per hour you can automatically expect to serve jail time. If you find yourself in such a position, please call Carleton Penn, III in our office to discuss the particulars of your case. There are defenses, but they should be developed immediately. The initial telephone consultation and conference is at no cost. You will be asked to provide a copy of your DMV record and have your car speedometer calibrated. We can tell you the best method to acquire both your DMV record and to have your speedometer calibrated.
Texting While Driving: Under a new law effective July 1, 2009, Virginians who send text messages while driving may face a $20 fine. The new crime is a secondary offense, meaning that the driver may not be stopped only for texting. The law enforcement officer must have another legitimate reason to stop the driver. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, more than 28,000 crashes involving "driver distraction" occurred in the Commonwealth last year. Of those, 114 people died and more than 14,000 were injured.
Consult With Our Attorneys About Fighting Back Against Traffic Violations
Schedule a confidential appointment with one of our defense lawyers to talk in private about your traffic violation arrest and your legal options. To schedule a free 30 minute consultation, call 888-736-0532 or send us an e-mail.
