If you receive a ticket driving to one of the ski resorts in South Lake Tahoe or heading over to visit friends and relatives in Nevada, you must consult a speeding ticket lawyer to dispute the charge in court.
However, not all speeding tickets are created equal. In some circumstances, you are eligible to attend traffic violator school (TVS) to keep the ticket confidential.
Our traffic attorneys will discuss your situation in South Lake Tahoe court and recommend the best approach.
The CA DMV TVS Could Be the Best Option
The California DMB operates a point system to track driver behavior known as the Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS).
CA Vehicle Code (VC) Section 12810, Issuance and Renewal of Licenses, established the points the DMV must assess for paid fines, collisions, and convictions. One NOTS point for minor infractions and at-fault collisions, and two for major infarctions, misdemeanors, and felonies.
While all drivers start with a clean record, accumulating points through traffic violations can lead to severe consequences.
If you're concerned about how a traffic ticket might impact your driving record, consulting a seasoned speeding ticket lawyer is essential.
A driver could have their driving privileges suspended for six months, along with a concurrent 12-month driving probation when they accumulate points under the following timeframe:
4 points within one year
6 points within two years
8 points within three years
While time can erase points from your record, they can significantly impact your life, including higher insurance premiums. This is why addressing traffic ticket matters promptly is crucial.
Many drivers believe hiring a speeding ticket lawyer is only an added expense they don’t need when they could just plead guilty, pay the fine and administrative fees, and attend TVS.
If only it were that simple. To be completely honest, sometimes it is. However, our experience has shown there are extenuating circumstances when you’re not eligible or when you shouldn’t use it to keep your ticket confidential.
For instance, if you have multiple tickets, using TVS to one confidential is a waste of time, money, and resources. Even one minor infraction can raise your insurance premiums by $700 or more annually for three years. You could save over $2,000.
Always ask a CA traffic attorney before accepting TVS and paying the fine, which could cost you around $600 for some speeding tickets.
Likewise, never use TVS for a correctable ticket, such as loud exhaust or no proof of insurance or license in possession.
Finding the Right Speeding Ticket Lawyer
Nowadays, you can find just about everything you need online, including the right speeding ticket lawyer.
When you consider Yelp (Bigger & Harman has more than 230 reviews), Attorney Search, Nolo, Avvo (Mark Bigger & Paul Harman), attorney websites, and Facebook, you can find a knowledgeable and experienced speeding ticket attorney to handle your South Lake Tahoe Ticket.
With over a decade of legal experience and a 9.4 Superb Avvo Rating, Attorney Mark Bigger and Paul Harman are respected professionals in the field of traffic law.
Like everything else on the internet, it’s important to consider the majority of reviews and not concentrate on one of two exceptional or unfortunate ratings or comments.
The Bigger & Harman Difference
At Bigger & Harman, APC, we have a proven track record of successfully handling traffic ticket cases.
Our team of experienced attorneys understands the complexities of California traffic law and will work diligently to protect your driving record.
Our firm offers personalized attention and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for each client.
Contact Bigger & Harman today for a Free Consultation
Don't risk your driving privileges. When you need to resolve a ticket in South Lake Tahoe Courthouse in El Dorado County, ask the speeding ticket lawyers at Bigger & Haman.
Take advantage of our free initial consultation before deciding. Get the facts, and make an informed decision.
Call Bigger & Harman, APC, at (661) 349-9300—Se habla Español (661) 349-9755.
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Email: attorney@biggerharmanlaw.com.
References:
CA VC Section 12810, Issuance and Renewal of Licenses.