Charlotte Traffic Violation Lawyer

Traffic Violation Attorney in Charlotte, NC

Each year, over 40 million people are given a speeding ticket, and that number does not include other traffic offenses such as Driving While License Revoked or Reckless Driving. If you recently received a citation, do not feel alone. Whether it is your first ticket or one of many, each ticket can have a significant impact on your license. While Traffic Court seems simple and paying your ticket seems like an easy fix, doing so admits guilt and can have unintended consequences.

Get help from the Charlotte traffic violation attorney at Pinnacle Law to avoid a ticket. Did you receive a traffic ticket? Let Pinnacle Law help you fight it. Dial 704-625-0691 now or contact us online to get started.

Bigger Consequences Than Fines

Most people are concerned with their insurance rates increasing. However, if you accumulate too many license points, your driving privileges can be revoked. Additionally, certain charges within a specific period of time can also revoke your license. The experienced traffic attorney at Pinnacle Law knows how to analyze your options and keep your license from being revoked, thus keeping your insurance rates down.

License Points

In North Carolina, there are different types of penalty points you can suffer. License points are assigned by the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) when you are convicted of violating a law such as reckless driving, no liability insurance, running through a red light, and speeding. Each charge has varying point values assigned to it. If you accumulate a total of 12 license points in three years, the DMV can revoke your license. Other charges that may revoke your license include:

• Two or more speeding charges in excess of 55 mph but not more than 80 mph within a 12-month period
• Speeding in excess of 75 mph where the posted speed limit is less than 70 mph
• Speeding in excess of 80 mph where the speed limit is 70 mph

The DMV can revoke your license anywhere from 30 days to permanently depending on the criminal charge and your prior history. However, if your license is revoked, you may be eligible for a limited driving privilege.

Insurance Points

The other type of points is assigned by your individual insurance company. North Carolina created the Safe Driver Incentive Plan (SDIP) which authorizes your insurance company to increase your rates by a specific amount after a motor vehicle violation. So, before you listen to the citing officer who said “just pay it,” it is important to consider all the other consequences that can come with admitting guilt.

Contact Our Charlotte, NC Traffic Violation Lawyers Today

Our team is familiar with the laws surrounding points and traffic violations. During our consultation, we will go over what you can do to avoid a more serious problem that could stem from paying your ticket.
Dial 704-625-0691 now to schedule your consultation.