Lake Charles Traffic Violation Lawyers
Traffic violations: we’ve all had our fair share of experiences with them. You know what we mean. Driving down the interstate, with two minutes to get to work and you’re ten minutes away. What do you do? Speed, right? Then all of a sudden, in your rearview mirror you see the red and blue lights–a cop. Now, not only will you be extra late to work, you’ll probably be forced to pay fines for speeding and your insurance premium may go up. Traffic violations are the thorn in the side of a commuter, but they’re a necessary evil to ensure that all drivers arrive at their destination safely. However, even though traffic violations such as speeding, seat belt requirements, reckless driving, or driving without a valid driver’s license may seem harmless and easy to take care of, they can come with harsh consequences whether you are a daily commuter trying to get to work on time or are employed as a truck driver for a company.
Learn more about how our Lake Charles traffic violation lawyer can help you by contacting us online or calling (337) 282-9003 today!
What Happens If You Ignore a Traffic Ticket?
Ignoring a traffic ticket in Lake Charles can lead to significant legal consequences. While it may seem like a minor issue, failing to respond to a ticket can result in escalating penalties. One of the first outcomes is the possibility of additional fines. The court may impose late fees, making the initial ticket far more costly.
In some cases, ignoring a ticket can lead to a suspended driver’s license. Once your license is suspended, continuing to drive can result in even more severe penalties, including arrest and potential jail time. Additionally, driving with a suspended license could impact your ability to obtain auto insurance or result in higher premiums.
If the ticket remains unpaid, the court may issue a bench warrant for your arrest. This means law enforcement could arrest you during a routine traffic stop or any interaction with the police. Furthermore, outstanding tickets can negatively affect your driving record, leading to higher insurance rates and points on your license.
It is essential to take a traffic ticket seriously and address it promptly. Consulting a Lake Charles traffic violation attorney can help mitigate the potential damage and may even provide options to reduce or dismiss the charges.
How Do Traffic Violations Affect a CDL?
Drivers who are required to carry a commercial driver’s license (CDL) because of their job are expected to have a clean driving record. In 1986, Congress passed the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986, which compelled drivers driving buses or semi-trucks to pass standard testing and kept unqualified or irresponsible drivers off the road. Due to these safety restrictions that have been imposed on drivers, employees who have a CDL and drive irresponsibly, risk the chance of losing not only their commercial driver’s license or their hard-earned money, but they also risk losing their job.
If you have a traffic violation that you would like assistance on, seeking the help of an experienced attorney, who has proven results when dealing with all traffic crimes or CDL (commercial driver’s license) issues, could drastically increase your probability of better results.
How Can Our Lake Charles Traffic Violations Attorney Help You?
While we never guarantee outcomes, because each case is so different and unique, we have seen much success over time in aggressively defending our clients. Those results include deferred adjudication and diversion of charges, and even outright dismissal of charges. Outcomes cannot be guaranteed by anyone, but at Sudduth and Associates, we pride ourselves on guaranteeing to our clients our heart, our passion, and our every effort.
Having the experienced team of paralegals, investigators, and criminal defense attorneys at Sudduth & Associates, LLC on your side is invaluable to you receiving the best possible outcome.
Contact us by calling (337) 282-9003 today to see how we can help you level the playing field to get the best possible outcome in your case!
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