A third offense carries a mandatory 10-day sentence. You can read the code at this link: http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title46.2/chapter3/section46.2-301/. There may be some legal maneuvering that an attorney could manage if he/she is familiar with the jurisdiction to help avoid that time,... View More

On its own, a simple misspelling is not going to negate your ticket. If there's something more, such as not receiving notice due to the name error or a case of mistaken identity, you may have options to undo the problem. However, it sounds like you are hoping the misspelling by itself will... View More

You got clocked while he was hiding off to the side in the dark? I assume he then turned on his lights and pulled you over? Sounds like a legitimate stop to me. Consult with a local traffic attorney if you feel there's more to it.

This is the type of minor administrative error that will likely be corrected by the officer or prosecutor at the hearing. It's not likely to be a get-out-of-ticket-free card. Consider consulting with a local traffic attorney if you feel there's more to the case. Good luck, and slow down.

Sure, they can issue tickets, and they can subpoena your neighbor as a witness to the offense. While the officer may not have any testimony to give, the prosecutor may be able to get all necessary information from the neighbor. Speak with a local criminal defense, animal law, or general practice... View More

It's always possible a judge could reduce or dismiss a ticket depending on the specific facts of the case and the defendant's driving record. You would do well to bring photos of the intersection and the alignment of the lights to your court date to bolster your explanation. And, if... View More

Very odd! Have you selected the correct county/city (i.e. the county/city where you were pulled over, not where you live)? Are you looking at General District Court case lookup (https://eapps.courts.state.va.us/gdcourts/captchaVerification.do?landing=landing)? If you have no luck, call the court... View More

At that speed, it's hard to see it getting wiped completely from your record unless you are found "not guilty" or you hire a traffic attorney who is familiar with the jurisdiction in which you were ticketed. Many traffic attorneys suggest you get your speedometer calibrated by a... View More

If you weren't charged with reckless driving by speed (or any other type of reckless driving) on the ticket, the judge isn't going to "upcharge" you if you go to court. Same thing if you pay it online. It's still a 6-point violation on your DMV record if convicted, so if... View More

If it's a moving violation, it depends on whether you were convicted, not how you were caught. If you're found guilty of a moving violation on a ticket from a camera, it's going to be on your DMV record.

As I recall, you get points assigned from each offense. That would make 7. You may want to contact DMV to be sure - http://www.dmv.state.va.us/general/#utilities/contact.asp. A quick review of their website doesn't seem to answer your question.

This is why it's a good idea to... View More

Take the placard and any supporting documents to your court date and show them to the judge. He/she may or may not dismiss the ticket, depending on other factors that you may not have mentioned here. Good luck!

It sounds like your first step would be to consult with an attorney in South Carolina to see what you can do regarding the ticket you received in South Carolina. From what you describe, it sounds like DMV in Virginia is merely taking action on what was reported to them from South Carolina.... View More

The judge would have imposed a penalty for the speeding offense. That penalty might or might not have included taking a driver improvement class. However, DMV regulates the licensure of drivers, which is different than penalties for traffic violations. For example, if you are arrested for a DUI... View More

You can be ticketed and charged. However, being charged does not necessarily mean you will be found guilty. You should consult with an attorney about the specific facts and circumstances about your particular situation.

Reckless driving is a Class 1 misdemeanor punishable by up to 12 months in jail and up to a $2500 fine. You should not discuss your case on this website or any other public forum. You should meet with a criminal/traffic defense attorney to discuss the specific facts and circumstances of your... View More

You would need to establish a foundation that your photo is a clear and accurate representation of the plate at the time you were ticketed for the offense. If so, then the photo could be admissible as evidence. However, that does not guarantee you would prevail in your defense. Although the... View More

No. Although an initial reading of the statute appears to suggest it could satisfy the requirements, there is appellate case law that says it does not. Under Virginia law, all the lights must be working as intended by the manufacturer. Therefore, if the manufacturer built the vehicle with two... View More

Yes, you can petition the Court for a restricted driver's license. You may need to present a current DMV abstract to show that you have not been in any trouble in the last few years. The Court may also ask you why you are applying for the license. The Court may be more likely to grant you a... View More

That appears to be a minor problem to me. There can easily be an amendment. What you need is a local criminal defense attorney for this.