Traffic tickets we handle
Every ticket type carries its own rules, deadlines, and consequences. Here's how each one plays out — and how we approach it.
Speeding Tickets
What it is: A citation for driving above the posted limit, measured by radar, lidar, or an officer pacing your vehicle.
Why it matters: A conviction typically adds a point to your DMV record and can lead to an insurance rate increase. Speeds well over the limit may carry higher fines and closer scrutiny.
How we help: We review the citation for procedural issues — device calibration records, officer positioning, posted signage — and negotiate for a reduced or dismissed charge where the facts support it.
Red Light Camera
What it is: An automated citation triggered by a camera system at a signaled intersection, mailed to the registered owner.
Why it matters: Camera-issued citations come with specific notice and certification requirements. A gap in that paperwork can be grounds to challenge the ticket entirely.
How we help: We request the camera footage and certification records and review them closely before deciding on the strongest approach.
Stop Sign Violations
What it is: A citation for failing to come to a complete stop — often called a "rolling stop" or "California stop."
Why it matters: These citations often come down to the officer's exact vantage point at the time, which makes them more contestable than they first appear.
How we help: We review the officer's report closely and, where appropriate, negotiate toward a non-moving violation instead.
Reckless Driving
What it is: A more serious charge involving driving with willful disregard for safety — sometimes issued in place of an extreme speeding ticket.
Why it matters: This carries the potential for a misdemeanor record, a heavier DMV point count, and higher fines than a standard moving violation.
How we help: We move quickly to review the evidence and negotiate toward a lesser, non-criminal outcome wherever the facts support it.
Distracted Driving
What it is: A citation for handheld phone use or texting while driving.
Why it matters: A first offense typically carries a lower fine on its own, but repeat citations escalate quickly and can add points to your record.
How we help: For first-time citations we often pursue a reduction; for repeat offenses we look closely for procedural defenses.
Commercial & CDL
What it is: Any citation issued to a commercial driver's license holder, including violations that seem minor on paper.
Why it matters: Even a routine citation can affect a CDL holder's eligibility and livelihood in ways it wouldn't for a standard license.
How we help: We handle every CDL case with the added care federal and state commercial driving rules require.
This page is for general information only and isn't legal advice. Point counts, fines, and insurance impact vary by county and driving history — tell us about your specific citation for an accurate read.
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