Traffic

SERIOUS TRAFFIC

Serious traffic charges are those that are considered misdemeanors. Typical examples of these charges are Death by Motor Vehicle, Driving While License Revoked (DWLR), Hit & Run, Speeding to Elude Arrest, Careless and Reckless Driving, or Passing a Stopped School Bus. A conviction for any of these offenses could result in jail time, loss of driving privileges, insurance and driver’s license points, supervised probation and/or high fines. With any of these offenses, you need an attorney to assist you in making the right choices through a complex weave of criminal law and motor vehicle regulations.

The Fees we charge in these types of cases vary according to how many charges you received, how complex the issues are, and whether or not there will be a trial. Although we can talk to you over the phone about these matters, we would prefer that you come in and talk to an attorney in our office. Talking directly to an attorney is an important part of the process because it gives you an opportunity to tell your whole story, and gives the attorney an opportunity to ask you detailed questions, as well as advise you and provide you with any written materials you may need. With proper representation, many of these charges can be resolved in ways that will not result in an increase in your insurance or a loss in your driving privilege.

MINOR TRAFFIC

Minor Traffic charges are tickets you receive that are considered infractions such as speeding less than 15 MPH over the posted speed limit, running a red light or a stop sign, or any of the regulatory offenses such as a registration or inspection sticker violation, to name a few. Our fee for these types of charges is typically $100 in Guilford County, and slightly more in surrounding jurisdictions. In most instances, you will not have to appear in court. We will resolve the case for you and send you further instructions in the mail such as where to pay any fine or court costs. In some instances, if you provide us with necessary compliance information, your charge could be dismissed altogether. Although your ticket may say, or an officer may tell you, that you can just pay it off, you must understand that when you pay a ticket, it goes on your record as a conviction. If the infraction is considered a moving violation, this conviction will result in a large increase in your insurance for at least three years. Hiring our office could possibly save you hundreds in increased insurance premium.

In most of these types of cases, you will not need to meet with an attorney. Just speak with our paralegal, Jonathan Ervin, and he will provide you with appropriate instruction. Typically, we will need a copy of the ticket, good contact information for you, your Social Security number so we can order your DMV record, and your retainer. You can drop this information off at our office or mail it to us. Please speak with Mr. Ervin first to make sure that your charge fits into this category. As always, be certain to provide our office with a valid phone number, as well as a valid address, so that we may contact you.