Hiring a speeding ticket attorney in Stanislaus County, CA, can be simplified by following these steps.
Also, our Modesto speeding ticket attorneys in Stanislaus County, CA, will represent you in court to protect your best interests and legal rights. They have more than ten years of experience disputing traffic tickets. They can provide you with personalized and effective legal results.
Whether personal or professional, drivers receive our personal attention and experience.
How Hiring a Speeding Ticket Attorney Benefits CA Drivers
Our experienced speeding ticket attorneys can:
- Analyze Your Ticket— They will carefully review the details of your ticket and identify potential defenses. Technical errors or specific circumstances surrounding the violation may allow for dismissal or a reduced charge.
- Negotiate on Your Behalf— Our Modesto attorneys will work with the court to seek a reduced charge or dismissal of your ticket.
- Court Representation— If your case goes to court, we will represent you in all necessary proceedings. Our fees cover all court appearances required to resolve your case.
- Traffic Violation School (TVS) Guidance— We can help you understand the eligibility requirements and benefits or disadvantages of attending Traffic Violation School (TVS). It's important to use TVS strategically to avoid using it for citations that don't qualify for negligent operator treatment system (NOTS) points. Likewise, it is not wise to attend TVS to keep multiple tickets confidential; you can only use it for one ticket and only if you are not driving a commercial vehicle.
There are many eligibility requirements for using TVS. Always consult an attorney before pleading guilty and accepting attendance. That could box you into a corner with very few options.
We understand the importance of protecting your driving record and minimizing the impact of a traffic ticket. Our initial consultation will help you understand your options and determine the best course of action for your specific case.
Throughout the process, we will answer your questions and guide you every step of the way. Don't hesitate to contact us today to discuss your speeding ticket and explore your options.
Please note: An experienced traffic attorney can be a valuable asset in traffic court. Their knowledge of local procedures and traffic law can significantly improve your chances of a successful outcome.
How to Choose a Speeding Ticket Attorney
Unless Cousin Vinnie is an experienced traffic attorney, he is probably a poor choice to represent you in traffic court. No offense to your cousin or uncle, many lawyers in other areas of law hire a traffic attorney to dispute their speeding tickets.
Traffic court is a fast-paced experience— unless you are waiting for your name to be called. You could wait all morning and afternoon and then have five minutes to present your case to the judge. If you start stammering or get stage fright, you might not get heard before you hear the judge say, “Guilty, pay the court clerk $490 on your way out.”
There are four levels of fines for speeding for regular Class C drivers: Approximately $238 for speeding one to fifteen mph over the limit or safe driving speed; $360 for 16 to 24 mph over; and $490 for 25 or more mph over up to 100 mph. Speeding 100+ mph will cost you $859 to $2,137.
Speeding 25 or more mph over is only authorized TVS with a traffic court judge’s permission, and it is not authorized for speeding 100+ mph. In both circumstances, an attorney is your best option to get approval as part of a plea deal.
So, what process should a driver use when hiring a speeding ticket attorney. There are several online assets to use:
- Yelp is an online review platform.
- Avvo is a Legal Advocate’s website. Mark Bigger has a 9.4 rating. Mark was voted “Client’s Choice” in 2020, 2022, & 2023, and Paul Harman in 2019, 2022, and 2023.
- Check several local attorney’s About Us pages.
- Ensure they are members of the CA Traffic Defense Bar Association.
- Word of mouth— ask friends and family about their experiences.
Whichever method you use, or if you use all of them, remember that a speeding ticket attorney is unlike other attorneys who might charge you by the hour. They typically use a flat fee that you can compare to how much it would cost you for the fine and increased insurance premium over three or more years.
When You Need a Speeding Ticket Attorney in Modesto, Consult Bigger & Harman
When you need the assistance of a speeding ticket attorney to resolve a ticket in Modesto Courthouse in Stanislaus County, CA, call Bigger & Harman, APC, at (661) 349-9300. Se habla Español (661) 349-9755.
Use the convenient online contact form or email us at attorney@biggerharmanlaw.com.
References:
The Bankrate.com article, Average cost of car insurance in CA for 2023.