Top Rated Montgomery County VA Traffic Lawyer • 1500+ Reviews
Virginia law classifies traffic violations into 3 categories of offenses. Felony, misdemeanor and minor traffic infraction violations. Virginia State Troopers, Montgomery Deputy Sheriffs & local police officers strictly enforce these traffic laws. Do not expect to get a warning. Interstate 81 and Routes 11 & 460 in Montgomery County are the primary highways targeted by law enforcement for traffic violations. Out-of-state drivers frequently find themselves needing representation in Montgomery County VA for their traffic case. In many cases, we can successfully defend these cases without our client having to return on the trial date. CAUTION: Convictions for traffic violations can increase the automobile insurance premium by as much as 79% according to a study conducted by Insurance.com
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Best Traffic Law Defense Attorneys For Montgomery VA Cases
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an established law firm. We are recognized as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report. Our lawyers specialize in defending traffic cases and possess over 60 years of combined experience. We represent clients before the Montgomery County General District Court. Our lawyers are experience traffic law practitioners and are routinely recognized for legal excellence and high ethical standards. We have been favorably reviewed more times than any other law firm that defends Montgomery County VA traffic cases. We will examine your case and determine the best way to defend your case. Our goal is simple: secure the best possible result!
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Penalties For Montgomery VA Traffic Violation Convictions
- Incarceration
- Maximum fine of $2,500
- Loss of driving privileges
- Moving violation demerit points
- Increased automobile insurance premiums
- Employment issues
Exceptional Traffic Court Representation Montgomery County VA
In Virginia, every traffic case goes before the Judge on the trial date. The defendant motorist must either retain a Montgomery County VA traffic attorney for representation or the motorist must appear in traffic court to defend the case alone. Evidence and arguments are presented to the Judge. Do not plead guilty or pre-pay a traffic ticket without first consulting an attorney. In some instances, your traffic ticket may actually be a misdemeanor criminal offense. Let us review your case. We can help!
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law Defend Montgomery VA Traffic Cases
- Habitual offender
- DUI
- Eluding the police
- Hit & Run
- No valid driver’s license
- No automobile insurance
- Suspended driver’s license
- Fail to yield emergency vehicle
- License restoration
- Reckless driving
- Moving violations
- Fail to move over
- Out-of-state drivers
- Speeding ticket
- Accidents
- Handheld cellphone use while driving
Free Consultation with Most Rated Montgomery VA Traffic Lawyers
Some folks think they do not need a Montgomery VA traffic lawyer for their case. One of the biggest issues with representing yourself is being able to make it to the Montgomery courthouse for trial. Most people do not understand the best course of action to defend a particular traffic case. Experienced Montgomery County VA traffic attorneys know the best tactics and options for obtaining the best results. Our traffic attorneys spend hours in the Montgomery VA Courts every week and are familiar with the habits of the 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.
Montgomery 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 lawyers using a patented process of independent research and peer input. Our Montgomery 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 Montgomery County VA traffic attorney who has been recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers with this elite award.
Montgomery Virginia Trial Courts Are Adversarial By Design
If you have been accused of a Montgomery County VA traffic violation, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the Montgomery County General District Court. Trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the defense and the Montgomery Commonwealth Attorney. The adversarial system ensures 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 Montgomery County judge evaluates the evidence, arguments, and reaches a verdict. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof. Our Montgomery County VA traffic lawyer can help you with your case.
Virginia Uniform Summons Traffic Ticket Issued by Montgomery Police
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery VA
Montgomery County is along the Interstate 81 corridor. Millions of travelers use this highway every day. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Montgomery 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 Tennessee, West Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, District of Columbia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut & Massachusetts drive through Montgomery VA. In many instances, we can motion to waive our client’s appearance so that our client does not have to return to Montgomery VA for the trial. Let our Montgomery VA traffic lawyer review your case!
Failure to Move Over for a Stationary Vehicle is a Traffic Violation
Virginia code 46.2-861.1 requires the driver of any motor vehicle to “move over” when passing a stationary vehicle under certain traffic conditions. A violation of this law can be considered reckless driving, which is a criminal misdemeanor in some cases. If you have been accused of violating this law then you need to consult a Montgomery County VA traffic lawyer before appearing in the General District Court.
Traffic Representation Montgomery County I-81 Reckless Driving
Our Montgomery County VA traffic lawyer defended a motorist from Tennessee accused of criminal misdemeanor reckless driving for driving too fast on Interstate 81. A criminal conviction would have drastic consequences. We were able to convince the Court to find our client NOT GUILTY. Unfortunately, the Judge was unwilling to dismiss the entire case. However, we convinced the Judge to reduce the matter to the lowest offense possible called defective equipment. This is a no points non moving violation. Contact us for I-81 traffic representation in Montgomery County.
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8/12/2021 | Updated 4/22/2024
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