Infractions

Contesting a Ticket on Your Own: Potential Impacts

If you choose to defend your own traffic ticket, there can be significant impacts on your time and finances. Appearing in court to contest the ticket often means taking time away from work, family, and other commitments. The court process can be lengthy, with defendants potentially waiting hours before their case is heard. This can result in missing a full or partial work day, potentially forfeiting unpaid leave and income.

Even if you contest the ticket and are found "committed" (guilty), you will still be required to pay the full fine amount. Alternatively, if you do not contest the ticket but request the court to reduce the fine (mitigation), you avoid a formal contest but will still incur the penalty, albeit at a lower cost. In either scenario, the ticket will remain on your driving record, and your insurance rates will likely increase.

Additionally, for moving violations, the ticket may count towards the 2023 law changes that can lead to license suspension.

The Advantage of a Speeding Ticket Attorney

Many people wish to contest their tickets but lack the knowledge and skills to effectively present their case. Navigating the legal process, gathering evidence, subpoenaing the officer, and properly cross-examining can be overwhelming and time-consuming for non-attorneys. Experienced speeding ticket attorneys understand the nuances of these cases, focusing on the key legal elements rather than just the officer's or defendant's perspectives. This specialized knowledge and expertise can make a significant difference in the outcome of a ticket contest.

Why You Should Choose Style Law

As experienced criminal defense and prosecution attorneys, the lawyers at Styles Law have handled thousands of traffic infractions. With this extensive background, we are well-equipped to effectively represent clients facing a wide range of violations, from speeding and insurance lapses to equipment issues and cell phone use.

When you retain our services, you can trust that the stress and guesswork of navigating the legal system will be eliminated. In most cases, a single phone call to our office is all that's required - we'll take care of the rest, from discovery to your defense, without requiring you to take time off work.

Our comprehensive expertise covers the full spectrum of traffic infractions, including but not limited to: speeding, no insurance, expired tabs, improper lane usage, negligent driving, signal violations, equipment issues, skateboarding, noise violations, and more. Clients can rely on our seasoned attorneys to provide skilled, efficient, and professional representation for any traffic-related legal matter.