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got a speeding ticket in virginia in Bland, 82 in a 70. can i pay extra to the fine and get it deffered or can i get it dismissed somehow?
answered on Jan 4, 2018
There may be several options available to you such as amending the charge to a different charge. However, you should hire a lawyer in Virginia, as the speed you were charged at is a criminal offense in Virginia. Call a lawyer soon.
answered on Jan 3, 2018
I think it depends on the size of the break, and what type of intersection - major crossing street, or simple turnoff into a neighborhood. If you've been charged under these circumstances, it would be worth consulting with a traffic attorney in your area to look a little closer at the law as... View More 
Also while on probation
answered on Jan 2, 2018
Potentially jail. Don't do it. If you did do it already, talk to a lawyer.
The 1st ticket in Tn was a failure to obey road sign. #2 was a reckless driving ticket in VA because my wheel axel snapped while turning sharp and lost control and crashed the car. This is when I was sentenced to driving school. #3 was a red light in VA that i got after I was sentenced to driving... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2018
You can probably still take the class, but one of the requirements to having the court reduce/dismiss the charge is that you obtain no new tickets for a certain amount of time after you are sent to driving school. Call or meet with a traffic attorney, if you don't already have one, to review... View More
Should I hire a lawyer? My court date is in February. The officer said that if I attend a defensive driving course that I could have the charge reduced or dismissed. How likely is it to be dismissed completely?
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answered on Dec 30, 2017
It is charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia. I recommend hiring a lawyer to help you in court. The lawyer may be able to get the charge dismissed or reduced to a traffic infraction. You may consider getting a speedometer calibration of your vehicle and a copy of your driving record prior... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2017
First things first; hire a lawyer to represent you in the traffic ticket proceedings in Virginia. Reckless driving is a crime, and has any number of consequences for you and your driving record. You can discuss what happens in NC depending on the results from the VA case.
So, on Christmas Eve, I was caught speeding. He said I was going 81 in a 45, but I THOUGHT I was going 70 TOPS in a 55. That doesn't make it right, but I genuinely had no idea I was going that fast or that the limit was so low.
He wrote me a ticket for reckless driving. It was on the... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2017
Jail is very unlikely. However, if the reckless driving charge (a criminal misdemeanor) is not reduced to a traffic infraction, it could cost you major dollars in an insurance increase for the next 3 to 5 years. You should also check with the NC DMV to learn what they will may do if you are so... View More
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answered on Dec 22, 2017
Yes, a good traffic lawyer may be able to get the case deferred for dismissal with completion of a driver improvement course. Or possibly reduced to a non-moving violation like Defective Equipment that carries no points. This would save you six demerit points on your driving record and insurance... View More
My daughter got charged as a minor for driving without a license and past curfew. However she had her permit and is getting her license before her court date. What will happen to her license and how will she be charged ? What else do I need to know ?
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answered on Dec 15, 2017
Those are misdemeanor criminal charges. On a first offense in juvenile traffic court, I usually request that the judge defer the case for six months for dismissal with completion of a driver improvement course and good behavior. Contact an experienced juvenile traffic lawyer for advice. My office... View More
also does first offense rack up points?
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answered on Dec 12, 2017
You are charged with a Speeding offense that is a four point demerit conviction. There are ways to get the charge reduced or possibly dismissed. Contact my office at 703-352-9044 for a free consultation and information about the offense.
I was turning off lee hwy left onto island rd. Light turned green half way thru a car speeding toward the light cut over to get around a suv and ran thru the light hitting the back passenger side of my car. They kept going on I stopped my passenger ck see damage. Small bump n saw they had not... View More
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answered on Dec 6, 2017
You may be able to get charges dismissed. Contact an experienced traffic lawyer for advice about the case. The lawyer can appear in court and argue that the facts are insufficient to sustain a conviction under the statute.
i want to know is there any possibilities that they can pardon me? its my first time and i was going to work at night almost 11pm and the road was empty, there was no car on the road, maybe couple of cars on the other side of the road. Just letting u know the situation. Another thing i am kind of... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2017
Reckless Driving is charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor. It goes on a permanent criminal record. You need to get it dismissed or reduced to a traffic infraction. Consider getting a speedometer calibration of your car. You will need a copy of your driving record. Contact my office and I will give... View More
The officer was sitting after the speeding limit sign changed from 30 to 45. I can't afford to go to jail or lose my license. I have a clean driving record. Should I get a lawyer for court?
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answered on Dec 4, 2017
Yes, hire a lawyer to go to court and get it dismissed or reduced to a traffic infraction. You have a great record, and it is unlikely you will lose your license or go to jail. But your objective should be to get the misdemeanor taken care of, so you do not have a permanent criminal conviction.... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2017
I advise that you hire a lawyer to help with the misdemeanor charge. The lawyer can help get the case dismissed or reduced to a lesser offense called a traffic infraction. Reckless Driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor and you can lose your privilege to drive in Virginia, receive high fines and get... View More
The case was continued twice because the officer wouldn't be present, i saw online that a continuance for dec 12 had been placed, then I called the day before the case to verify with the clerk, in which she notified not to come since it was continued, but then i received a notice of fine with... View More
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answered on Dec 3, 2017
Contact the clerk of court and request to file a Motion to Reopen the case. Explain to the judge at the hearing what happened, and show him your proof. The judge will more than likely vacate the judgment and set a new trial date at the officer's next court date.
I took my daughter to her ped in Arlington and they have 2 offices locations.I always go to the one near by my house,and the office that I went today it`s in an area that I`m not familiar with.So when I was leaving the building with my daughter, I turned right and went into an avenue that... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2017
You should absolutely schedule a consultation with a traffic lawyer in your local area to discuss your case. Reckless driving is a serious ticket. A lawyer may be able to work with the Commonwealth to reduce the charge.
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answered on Nov 26, 2017
No, driving in Virginia is a privilege, not a right. You must have a valid license to drive in this state. It is a misdemeanor offense to drive without a license, punishable by potential jail time and fines.
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answered on Nov 22, 2017
Yes, if you enter a plea of guilty to a misdemeanor and are found guilty by a judge, you will have a permanent criminal conviction on your record. You cannot expunge criminal convictions in Virginia.
Both officers had my i.d. at the time.
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answered on Nov 18, 2017
No, in Virginia the courts call that harmless error and do not dismiss the Summons. The Judge will correct the mistake and move forward with the case. You need an experienced criminal defense lawyer to review the case and analyze the facts to discover any technical defenses to the offense. It is... View More
Its causing me to have higher insurance because of it..
answered on Dec 2, 2017
If the charge was dismissed, it should not appear on your record. The best thing to do would be to have the charge completely expunged from your record so that your record doesn't even show that you were charged with reckless driving.
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