Top Rated Caroline VA Traffic Lawyer • 1500+ Client Reviews
The traffic laws are aggressively enforced in Caroline County VA. Virginia State Troopers and Caroline Deputy Sheriffs patrol the County with emphasis on Interstate 95 and Routes 301 & 207. The Code of Virginia classifies over 3000 traffic violations as either a felony, a misdemeanor, or an infraction. Felonies are the most serious offenses. Many traffic violations are misdemeanors. Do not plead guilty or pre-pay any Caroline County VA traffic violation without first consulting an experienced traffic attorney. Your case may be more serious than you think. CAUTION: A Caroline VA traffic violation may increase the automobile insurance premium as much as 79% depending on the offense according Insurance.com
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Experienced Traffic Attorneys Caroline County
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is a prestigious local Caroline County VA traffic law firm. We have been recognized as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report. Our traffic lawyers represent clients every week in the Caroline County Courts. We possess over 60 years of collective traffic law experience. Our attorneys are recognized for superior legal ability and the highest of ethical standards. We carefully examine each case in detail so that the best possible defense can be presented. Our goal is to secure the best possible outcome each client based on the law and facts of the case. We have been favorably reviewed more times than any other law firm that defends Caroline County VA traffic cases.
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Exceptional Traffic Court Representation Caroline County VA
Traffic cases goes before the Judge on the trial date in the Caroline General District Court. The defendant motorist must either retain a Caroline County VA traffic lawyer or the motorist must appear in court to defend the case. The procedural rules of trial are very rigid and are followed closely by the Judge. Non lawyers are often confused by these rigid procedural rules, especially the rules of evidence. Evidence and arguments are presented to the Judge. Do not plead guilty or pre-pay a traffic ticket without first consulting an attorney. Improve your chances of successfully defending your case by retaining a top rated Caroline County VA traffic lawyer who will present your best defense. Let us review your case.
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CAROLINE VA Traffic Ticket
The U.S. Constitution right to representation clause is triggered if you have been arrested for a felony or a misdemeanor jailable offense. CAUTION: Do not attempt to represent yourself if you have been charged with violating a felony or misdemeanor traffic law. Many drivers are charged with criminal misdemeanor traffic violations without probably knowing it. For example, driving faster than 85 mph on Interstate 95 in Caroline County is a criminal misdemeanor violation according to Va. Code 46.2-862. Virginia convictions are permanent and cannot be expunged.
Virginia Traffic Violation Penalties – Caroline County VA
- Maximum fine of $2,500
- Potential incarceration
- Loss of driving privileges
- Moving violation demerit points
- Auto insurance premium increases
- Employment issues
Caroline County VA Attorneys Interstate Traffic Violation Defense
Caroline County is located 30 miles north of Richmond and 32 miles south of Fredericksburg along the Interstate 95 corridor. I-95 runs through the middle of the county. The county seat of Bowling Green is located at the intersection of Route 301 and Route 207. Route 1 also referred to as Jefferson Davis Highway and George Washington Boulevard enters the county after the North Anna River Bridge. Route 301 also known as Richmond Turnpike and A.P. Hill Boulevard enters the county near the Pamunkey River. Route 207 is known as Rogers Clark Boulevard and the Bowling Green Bypass and runs over 11 miles from Ruther Glen to Bowling Green and connects I-95 and Route 1 to Route 301.
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Some folks think they do not need a Caroline VA traffic lawyer for their case. One of the biggest issues with representing yourself is being able to make it to the Caroline courthouse for trial. The average person typically does not understand the best course of action to defend a particular traffic case. Experienced Caroline County VA traffic attorneys know the best tactics and options for obtaining the best results. Our traffic attorneys spend hours in the Caroline VA Courts every week and are familiar with the habits of the different judges and the law enforcement officers who make the arrests and issue tickets for traffic violations. This local knowledge is invaluable in order to present the best defense.
Caroline VA Traffic Attorney Recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers is a legal rating service of outstanding attorneys from over 70 practice areas including traffic law who have attained the highest degree of recognition and professional achievement. This organization recognizes the nation’s top rated attorneys using a patented process of independent research and peer input. Our Caroline County VA traffic lawyers have been recognized by this publication since 2009. No more than five percent of the Virginia lawyers are named to this list and no more than 2.5 percent are named to the Rising Stars list. This recognition is merit based. Retain a Caroline County VA traffic attorney who has been recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers with this elite award.
Caroline Courthouse Traffic Law Defense Attorney
CAROLINE COUNTY VA
Caroline County is situated between Washington, DC and Richmond VA on Interstate 95. Law enforcement are aggressive with their traffic law enforcement. Our lawyers specialize in traffic law defense. We know what defenses and arguments work and those that fail. In many instances, we can protect our clients from the traffic ticket they receive — even in cases where our client may be in violation of the law. Many clients do not understand that the Virginia Judge has the authority to exercise discretion. A good traffic lawyer knows how to present persuasive arguments.
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law Can Defend Any Caroline VA Traffic Violation
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Suspended driver’s license
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License restoration
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Reckless Driving
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Aggressive Driving
- No automobile Insurance
- Out-of-state drivers
- Speeding Ticket
- Accidents
- Moving Violations
- Commercial driver violations
- Drive revoked 18.2-272
- Handheld cellphone use while driving
- DUI
- Eluding the police
- Hit & Run
- No valid driver’s license
- Fail to “Move Over”
Caroline Virginia Trial Courts Are Adversarial By Design
If you have been accused of a Caroline County VA traffic violation, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the Caroline County General District Court. Trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the defense and the Caroline County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office. The adversarial system is designed to ensure a fair trial according to the rules of law and evidence by allowing each party to present their case and challenge the other party’s evidence and arguments. The Caroline County judge evaluates the evidence, arguments, and reaches a verdict. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof. Our Caroline County VA traffic lawyer can help you with your case.
Virginia Uniform Summons Traffic Ticket Issued by Caroline Police
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Caroline County VA law enforcement officers during a traffic stop. Motorists often refer to this document as either a traffic ticket or citation. The summons serves as legal notice for the alleged traffic violation. Signing the summons is not an admission of guilt. The summons advises you that a hearing will be at the Caroline County Courthouse on a particular date and time. Law enforcement can also issue a summons for criminal offenses such as reckless driving and other misdemeanor offenses. Allow our top rated Caroline County VA traffic lawyers to review your summons. We can develop a defense strategy even if you think you are guilty.
Out of State Driver Retain Top Rated Traffic Lawyer Caroline VA
Caroline County is along the Interstate 95 corridor. Millions of travelers use this highway every day. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Caroline County traffic ticket because a conviction will be reported back to the home state. The home state and automobile insurance company may then take action against the driver. As such, many licensed drivers from states like Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, District of Columbia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont & Maine drive through Caroline VA. In many instances, we can make a motion to waive our client’s appearance so that our client does not have to return to Caroline VA for the trial. Let our Caroline VA traffic lawyer review your case!
Superb Avvo Rated Caroline VA Traffic Lawyers
The Avvo Rating can help you find the right Caroline County VA traffic lawyer. Avvo is a legal directory that rates lawyers using a special model on a scale of 1 (Extreme Caution) to 10 (Superb). Members of our Caroline County VA traffic law firm maintain a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating. Avvo gathers relevant information from state bar associations, other organizations that license legal professionals and consumers to calculate the Avvo rating. The same set of standards is used for all lawyers evaluated. The Avvo rating is merit based. You cannot pay a fee to improve your Avvo rating. Exercise caution when you consult with a Caroline County VA traffic attorney who is not properly rated.
Caroline VA “AV Preeminent” Traffic Lawyer • Martindale-Hubbell Top Rating
For over a century, Martindale-Hubbell has been the authority for evaluating the legal ability and ethical standards of attorneys through a Peer Review Rating system established by judges and attorneys. Riley & Wells Attorneys-A-Law is a Caroline County Virginia AV Preeminent® rated traffic violation defense law firm. The top Martindale-Hubbell rating standard. This is awarded to lawyers who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards. Retain a top rated Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rated Caroline County VA traffic lawyer for your case. Review the law firm’s legal rating and exercise caution before you retain a Caroline County VA traffic attorney with an inferior rating for legal ability and ethical standards.
Holding Cell Phone While Driving is a Caroline VA Traffic Violation
The Caroline Sheriff’s Office and State Police aggressively enforces the Virginia “Hands Free” driving law. The law prohibits having a phone or handheld personal communication device in your hand while driving pursuant to Va. Code §46.2-818.2. The Caroline County law enforcement officer does not need to obtain evidence that you were doing anything in particular on the phone or device like texting to prove a violation. This offense is a moving violation demerit point offense. A conviction will post to the driving record. However, there are exceptions. The hands free law does not apply to drivers who are lawfully parked or stopped, drivers reporting emergencies, and drivers using an amateur or citizens band radio.
Extensive Experience & Specialized Training Make Better Advocates
Our Caroline County VA traffic law firm includes members of some of the most prestigious legal organizations, such as the the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA). The VTLA is dedicated to improving the trial skills, legal knowledge and professionalism of trial lawyers. Our Caroline VA traffic lawyers receive special training on how to best defend Caroline County traffic cases every year from this organization among others. You will need a trial lawyer if you have a pending traffic case. It is in your best interests to consult a Caroline VA traffic lawyer with specialized training if you need representation before the Caroline Courts for a criminal law allegation or a traffic violation. We will present your best defense!
Caroline Traffic Violation Convictions Are Assessed DMV Demerit Points
There are numerous types of DMV demerit point violations. Demerit points are assessed by the DMV when a driver is convicted of a demerit point offense in the Caroline Courts. Demerit points associated with a Caroline conviction remain valid for two years from the date the Caroline County offense is committed. Different violations carry different point assignments, depending on the seriousness of the offense. Convictions for serious offenses such as reckless driving carry 6 demerit points. One safe driving point is assigned for each full calendar year without any violations or suspensions. A motorist may accumulate a maximum of five safe driving points. For out-of-state drivers, the Caroline County VA traffic conviction is eventually reported to the home state DMV.
Restoration of Driving Privileges Petition Caroline County Circuit Court
Convictions for certain offenses will revoke Virginia driving privileges. This can be the case with certain DUI / DWI convictions or from an old Habitual Offender revocation. The most common scenario that requires petitioning the Caroline Circuit Court for restoration of driving privileges is a conviction for third offense DUI / DWI within a 10 year period. In most cases, a driving privilege revocation will require that a Petition to Restore Driving Privileges be filed and argued before the Caroline County Circuit Court. We frequently represent clients with this Petition. A common scenario involves a petitioner from another state whose Virginia driving privileges were revoked by the Caroline Circuit Court years ago and needs the Virginia DMV block or hold removed.
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11/10/2015 | Updated 1/21/2024