Drivers that have been charged with a traffic violation or offense should hire a Belleville traffic lawyer to represent them in traffic court. A simple speeding ticket is more than just a one-off fine and can result in a 27% increase in insurance costs for three to five years.
Additional tickets add to these costs too.
If you get a traffic ticket, the steps you take afterward can reduce fines, penalties and may even help you negate higher insurance costs.
Illinois drivers can lose their license for a traffic ticket. If you meet any of the following criteria, you may lose your license:
If you were caught driving 26 MPH or more over the speed limit, you’ll also be facing misdemeanor charges resulting in a conviction and criminal record. Section 625 ILCS 5/11-601.5 outlines when a Class B or Class A misdemeanor is assessed.
A person with a perfect driving record will automatically lose their license if they are convicted of passing a stopped school bus when its red lights are flashing.
Tickets also come with fines, penalties, and long-term insurance rate increases. While a driver may try and pay off a simple ticket just to get it over with, what seems like the easiest way to resolve the matter can sometimes cost you far more in the long run. It is essential for you to contact an experienced Belleville Traffic Lawyer to make sure your rights are protected and you know ALL of your options and their ramifications.
Drivers facing license suspension should call a lawyer immediately to reduce their risk of suspension and potential misdemeanor charges.
Hiring a lawyer is less expensive than most drivers think — We offer reasonable rates and work hard to reduce your fines and avoid convictions. If we can get your charges dismissed, you’ll save even more money by not having your insurance premiums increase due to a ticket on record.
Traffic violation severity varies with different fines, penalties, and points assessed. The most common traffic tickets are:
Our law firm has the experience to help motorists handle their traffic tickets in the BEST way possible. As a result – Our clients often benefit from reduced or dropped charges, lessened fines, and shorter license suspensions. If we can get your charges dropped, you’ll also avoid any insurance premium increases.
We can assist with all traffic violations — not just those listed above. If you or a loved one are ticketed, give us a call today to work on your case.
Traffic court is intimidating, and if you haven’t been in front of the court before, it can be overwhelming. Your lawyer can benefit you in numerous ways:
Hiring a lawyer is less expensive than most drivers think. We offer reasonable rates that allow you to beat a ticket and reduce your fines to the point that you’re saving money by hiring us. Of course, if we can have your charges reduced or dismissed, you’ll save even more money by not having your insurance premiums increase.
If you’re at risk of losing your license, we’ll do everything in our power to ensure that you retain your license.
As your traffic lawyer, we know how to get you out of a ticket. Simple mistakes that often go overlooked or clear errors when the ticket was assessed can lead to a traffic ticket being lowered or dismissed.
Technicalities can even help you beat a ticket.
When you hire a lawyer, you can be confident that they’ll fight for your rights in the State of Illinois.
Traffic tickets can be dismissed and beat in court. If you are ticketed, a Belleville traffic lawyer can help you reduce fines and penalties and maybe save your license in the process. Working with our firm equips you with a knowledgeable legal professional that can help reduce or beat the charges you’re facing.
Simply paying the ticket without trying to have points dismissed will result in higher insurance premiums that, over their duration, are multiple times higher than the initial fine.
Don’t let your traffic ticket go without a fight.
Call us today to speak to a traffic lawyer that will follow the rule of law to help you beat your ticket.
Choosing a traffic lawyer to fight for your rights and help you keep your license is an important decision. The Law Office of Jason B Going is experienced and proven when it comes to all kinds of traffic ticket cases, and they will give you the best chance at a favorable outcome in your case.
If you got a traffic ticket and are at risk of losing your license or facing increased insurance rates, we can help. Contact us today for a free consultation and get started right away building your defense.
We Can Help — Even If You Live Out of State.
Through the years Jason has served as an advocate for numerous clients in matters before various Circuit Courts in Illinois and Missouri as well as before the Missouri Court of Appeals. He represents clients in various areas of law including personal injury, automobile accidents, workers' compensation, criminal defense, DUI/DWI defense, and traffic cases.. Jason is licensed in Illinois, Missouri, and Florida.
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