When you are faced with a traffic ticket, working closely with an attorney who will explain clearly all rights, options, and consequences can help to ensure that you make decision that are in your best interests. Contact our firm today to schedule a consultation and case evaluation with an experienced criminal defense attorney.
Northern Virginia Traffic Ticket Lawyer
If you have received a traffic ticket in Fairfax or another community in northern Virginia, you may be wondering whether you should pay the fine or fight the violation in court. There is a lot to consider and no two circumstances are exactly alike. Your best option is to talk to an experienced lawyer.
I am attorney Robert T. Dearborn. My firm has helped more than 2,000 clients resolve their reckless driving violations, driving under the influence, drunk driving offenses and driving on suspended license charges in municipal courts throughout the Fairfax region. I invite you to learn more about traffic tickets on this page. Contact me for a free consultation to discuss your specific situation.
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Don't take your traffic violation lightly. The penalties in Virginia for traffic offenses may include fines up to $2,500, loss of driving privileges for up to three years and even time in jail.
Misdemeanor and Felony Traffic Offenses
Some traffic offenses are more serious than others and can result in penalties as serious as imprisonment. While a traffic infraction might be a minor matter if no one is hurt, the same incident can be a misdemeanor or felony if someone is hurt or killed or if there is serious property damage. Some specific traffic offenses, however, are considered serious violations on their own, such as drunk driving or operating a vehicle without a license. A person charged with a traffic-related crime should treat his or her situation seriously and contact an attorney at Robert T. Dearborn Law Office in Fairfax, Virginia who can help to protect his or her legal rights.
Traffic Misdemeanors
Many traffic violations are classified as misdemeanors. Misdemeanors are less serious crimes, with penalties in most states including fines and imprisonment of a year or less. Although precise traffic offense classifications vary on a state-by-state basis, traffic misdemeanors usually include driving without insurance or without a license.
In most states, a person with a misdemeanor conviction retains many rights that a convicted felon may lose, including professional and voting privileges. Sometimes, a skilled lawyer may be able to "plead down" an offense from a felony to a misdemeanor, which may minimize the penalty.
Traffic Felonies
Felonies are the criminal justice system's most serious crimes, punishable in most states by more than a year of imprisonment. Examples of traffic felonies include repeat DUI/DWI convictions and vehicular homicide.
A convicted felon may lose the right to vote or to practice certain professions, such as law and teaching. Felons may be prohibited from owning guns or serving in the military. Some states have a "three strikes" law that may result in a life sentence upon a third felony conviction.
Conclusion
Traffic charges must be taken as seriously as any other criminal charges because they can impact the offender's life far into the future. In order to best protect the future, if you or someone you love has been charged with the commission of a traffic-related misdemeanor or felony, do not hesitate to contact an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys at Robert T. Dearborn Law Office in Fairfax, Virginia.
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