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Hanover County VA Attorneys Interstate Traffic Violation Defense

Hanover County’s central Virginia location has made it the the hub of two heavily travelled interstates. The I-95 and I-295 is located at the base of Hanover County. There are approximately 241 miles of primary highways, 710 miles of secondary roadways and over 65 miles of non-hard surface roads in Hanover County. The Hanover Sheriff’s Office & State Police patrol these interstates, highways, and country roads and are aggressive with enforcement. The rest of the county is also patrolled which includes Mechanicsville, Montpelier, Atlee, Elmont, Doswell, Old Church and Studley. Do not plead guilty to your Hanover County traffic case without first consulting a top rated local Hanover VA traffic attorney. In Virginia, a conviction is permanent and cannot be expunged.

Free Consultation with Most Rated Hanover VA Traffic Lawyers

Some folks think they do not need a Hanover VA traffic lawyer for their case. One of the biggest issues with representing yourself is being able to make it to the Hanover courthouse for trial. The average person typically does not understand the best course of action to defend a particular traffic case. Experienced Hanover County VA traffic attorneys know the best tactics and options for obtaining the best results. Our lawyers spend hours in the Hanover 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.

Hanover VA Traffic Attorney Recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers is a legal rating service of outstanding lawyers from over 70 practice areas include 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 Hanover 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 Hanover County VA traffic attorney who has been recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers with this elite award.

Hanover Virginia Trial Courts Are Adversarial By Design

If you have been accused of a Hanover County VA traffic violation, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the Hanover County General District Court. Trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the defense and the Hanover 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 Hanover County judge evaluates the evidence, arguments, and reaches a verdict. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof. Our Hanover VA traffic attorneys can help you with your case.

Virginia Uniform Summons Traffic Ticket Issued by Hanover Police

A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Hanover 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 Hanover County Courthouse on a particular date and time. A law enforcement can also issue a summons for criminal offenses such as reckless driving and other misdemeanor offenses. Allow our top rated Hanover 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 Hanover VA

Hanover County is along the Interstate 95  & 295 corridors. Millions of travelers use these highways every day. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover VA for the trial. Let our Hanover VA traffic lawyer review your case!

Hanover County Drivers License Traffic Violation Attorney

Driving on the highway in Hanover County without a driver’s license can be more serious than you think. The Virginia motor vehicle code prohibits various different types of driver’s license offenses. Some are just minor infractions like not having a valid driver’s license in your possession and some are more serious like driving intoxicated with a revoked driver’s license due to prior DUI / DWI convictions pursuant to Va. Code 46.2-391. A violation of 46.2-391 can actually be a felony. If you have been charged with a driver’s license traffic violation then it would be wise to first consult with a top rated Hanover County VA traffic lawyer. Your case may be more serious than you think.

Extensive Experience & Specialized Training Make Better Advocates

Our Hanover 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 Hanover VA traffic lawyers receive special training on how to best defend Hanover 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 Hanover VA traffic lawyer with specialized training if you need representation before the Hanover Courts for a criminal law allegation or a traffic violation. We will present your best defense!

Reckless Driving is a Criminal Misdemeanor Traffic Violation in Virginia

Reckless driving in Virginia is a criminal misdemeanor offense. Many driver’s make the mistake in believing that reckless driving is just a traffic ticket. There are numerous reckless driving laws according to Virginia law. Excessive speed and accident cases are frequent incidents where either a state trooper or deputy sheriff will issue a reckless driving ticket to a motorist. Do not underestimate the impact this traffic ticket can have on your future. Our law firm works hard to obtain each client the best possible result in every case. An experienced Hanover County Traffic Lawyer can make sure your rights are protected and that you are not intimidated in the courtroom.

Hanover Suspended Driver’s License Violation Va. Code 18.2-272

Va. Code 18.2-272 is a serious Virginia traffic violation. This law criminalizes driving after a license revocation or in violation of a restricted driver’s license or with a blood alcohol content as low as 0.02 percent. The courts and the DMV take these allegations very seriously. A conviction will trigger a 12 month loss of driving privileges and typically a jail sentence. Our attorneys know how to defend this type of traffic violation. In some instances, there are weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. In other cases, we can present favorable mitigating evidence to convince the Judge to enter a favorable order.

Restoration of Driving Privileges Petition Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover Circuit Court years ago and needs the Virginia DMV block or hold removed.

Holding Cell Phone While Driving is a Hanover VA Traffic Violation

The Hanover 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 Hanover 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.

Superb Avvo Rated Hanover VA Traffic Lawyers

The Avvo Rating can help you find the right Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover County VA traffic attorney who is not properly rated.

Reckless Driving Attorney in Hanover Excessive Speed DISMISSED

The Hanover County VA speeding ticket is the most common type of traffic case. Our traffic lawyers represented a client who was pulled over by a State Trooper on I-295. The State Trooper used RADAR to gather speed evidence in excess of 80 mph. At the time, driving faster than 80 mph violated the Virginia reckless driving law pursuant to Va. Code 46.2-862. We were able to appear in Court and argue the case without the client having to return for the case. We convinced the Judge to dismiss the case. An excellent result for the client. No criminal conviction. No loss of driving privileges. No points. No insurance increases. Contact a driving attorney in Hanover Virginia.

Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover County VA traffic lawyer for your case. Review the law firm’s legal rating and exercise caution before you retain a Hanover County VA traffic attorney with an inferior rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

Hanover 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 Hanover Courts. Demerit points associated with a Hanover conviction remain valid for two years from the date the Hanover 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 Hanover County VA traffic conviction is eventually reported to the home state DMV.

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11/10/2015 | Updated 12/8/2023