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Even though Police Officers are encouraged to attend traffic court, it still is in your best interests to fight your ticket. You may want to do a Trial by Declaration, which is a FREE way to see if you can get your ticket dismissed. If you do not get it dismissed this way, then you can still ask for a new trial.

At this point, you may want to hire an experienced attorney to fight your ticket. There are strategies that work to get your ticket dismissed, and it is worth it considering…

Speeding is always a serious violation that can lead to dangerous accidents. The state of Georgia believes that some speeding offenses should result in harsher penalties and therefore passed the Georgia Super Speeder law on January 1, 2010. The law penalizes drivers who are convicted of either driving 75 mph or more on any two lane highway or road or driving at 85 mph or more on any type of road. In addition to their…

Getting a traffic ticket can be very unsettling. A traffic violation costs time and money and can cause a lot of stress for the driver, especially those who have imperfect driving records to begin with and would suffer from another traffic conviction. Many states have mandatory license suspensions after a certain number of violations.

In addition to retaining a lawyer…

In recent years, most states have developed Graduated Driving Laws that apply to teenagers who are about to become new drivers. There are many more distractions such as cell phones, laptops, and MP3 players that can affect how teenagers drive. In addition, graduated driving laws allows teenagers to gain driving experience under lower risk conditions. Overall, these new laws were designed to protect the safety of…

Drivers must remember that cars are not the only ones using the road. There are also large trucks, buses, motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians, and everyone has the responsibility to follow traffic laws and respect other drivers.

Drivers who are following large trucks should pay attention to the blind spots and avoid them at all costs; some trucks have helpful signs on their vehicles stating where their blind spots are. Trucks should be given a lot of room to turn and…

A DUI is a very serious offense and the penalties can be harsh and long lasting. People with one or more DUIs on their records might face future problems with employment or securing financial resources such as a home loan. Washington state recognizes the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit as 0.08 percent. For commercial drivers, the limit is lower at 0.04 percent; for drivers under the legal drinking age of 21, the limit is 0.02 percent. Drivers should be aware that they can be charged…

In South Carolina, traffic violations are tracked through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Every time a driver receives a traffic ticket, points are added to their driving record. After six points, the DMV will send a warning letter to the driving, advising them to change their driving habits and outlining the consequences of further unsafe behavior. A driver’s record can affect their auto insurance rates and…

The largest metropolitan area of Illinois is Chicago, which encompasses millions of residents in the city and the suburban areas around it. There are many traffic rules that apply to the Chicago area in addition to the usual Illinois state traffic laws.

For a driver with a commercial driver’s license (CDL), they are held to higher standards because of the unique…

Neighborhood safety is the responsibility of everyone: drivers, pedestrians, and residents. According to the King County Roads Services Division, drivers in residential areas drive at an average speed of 33.8 miles instead of the limit of 25 mph. Drivers of every age, not just teenagers, are guilty of speeding. Some possible reasons for this is that drivers feel comfortable enough in familiar residential areas to drive…

Drivers who wish to drive trucks, passenger vehicles and other large “rigs” must have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Every state has their own licensing procedures and endorsements that drivers must have for certain types of vehicles or hazardous materials. However, the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986 was established to develop federal standards for commercial drivers to improve interstate highway…

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a very serious offense that is punishable as a crime. South Carolina adheres to the Implied Consent Law, which means that every driver who has a license has consented to being tested for alcohol or drugs if a police officer suspects DUI. Like most states, the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit is 0.08% or 0.02% if the driver is under the age of 21. However, drivers may still be…

Traffic tickets can be very stressful for drivers. It is important to always obey the traffic laws to avoid getting a ticket. However, most drivers will be faced with many tickets throughout their driving careers. Contesting a ticket can be a good idea for drivers who do not want their driving records negatively affected by a conviction.

The state of Wisconsin uses a…

Having a Commercial Driver License (CDL) is a privilege, and drivers must adhere to many safety rules and traffic guidelines to drive their trucks, rigs, and passenger vans. Every state has their own licensing laws for CDL. However, there are federal standards that apply to every state that were introduced with the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986. Prior to this law, there was no federal regulation for…

Drivers share the road with pedestrians and bicycle riders and need to pay attention to riders to avoid tragic accidents. However, bicycle riders have a responsibility to know the traffic laws that apply to their type of riding. Here is an overview of many of the common questions that people have about bicycle safety laws.

Bicycle riders who are riding on a roadway…

There are many reasons to contest a traffic ticket. A violation for a traffic offense goes on the driver’s record, which can adversely affect their auto insurance rates and even the status of their license. In many cases, drivers who accumulate too many traffic tickets over a certain period of time could lose their license, which can have drastic repercussions on their daily life.…

Drivers can be charged with a DUI or DWI if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is above 0.08%. They can also be charged even if their BAC is under 0.08% if their driving ability is severely impaired by alcohol. Impairment includes lack of coordination, less efficient vision, erosion of self control, lack of response time, and deterioration of judgment.

The reason anyone…

Most medical malpractice cases require the input of expert witnesses, for many reasons. Usually the facts in the case are technical and medical details that need to be explained to those not familiar with the medical field, such as the jury. Also, an opinion by an expert will add credibility to the case. Some states even require that a medical expert gives their opinion before a lawsuit can even be…

Drivers are facing new challenges as cell phones have become a major part of everyday life. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that ten million drivers talk on cell phones at any given time. Distracted driving causes many accidents and even fatalities on a daily basis; some experts believe that distracted driving is the cause of 25% of all accidents. In the state of Illinois, using a…