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

Newport News 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 Newport News 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 Newport News VA traffic attorney who has been recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers with this elite award.

Newport News Virginia Traffic Courts Are Adversarial By Design

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

Virginia Uniform Summons Traffic Ticket Issued by Newport News Police

A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Newport News 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 Newport News 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 Newport News 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 Newport News VA

Newport News is along the Interstate 64 corridor. Millions of travelers use this highway every day. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Newport News 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 North Carolina, Maryland, Georgia, South Carolina, District of Columbia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut & Massachusetts drive through the Newport News VA community. In many instances, we can motion to waive our client’s appearance so that our client does not have to return to Newport News VA for the trial. Let our traffic ticket lawyers in Newport News review your case!

Exceptional Traffic Court Representation Newport News VA

Traffic cases goes before the Judge on the trial date in the Newport News General District Court. The defendant motorist must either retain a Newport News 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. Improve your chances of successfully defending your case by retaining a top rated Newport News VA traffic lawyer who will present your best defense. Let us review your case! We can protect you even if you think you are guilty.

Experienced Newport News Traffic Lawyer

Title 46.2 of the Virginia Motor Vehicle Code classifies traffic offenses. Offenses can range from minor traffic infractions to serious criminal felony offenses. The Newport News Police Department and State Troopers aggressively enforce these traffic laws. Most Newport News VA traffic violations are issued on a Virginia Uniform Summons, commonly known as the ticket. More serious offense such as DUI / DWI, eluding the police and leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run) will trigger an arrest.

Superb Avvo Rated Newport News Virginia Traffic Lawyers

The Avvo Rating can help you find the right Newport News Virginia 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 Newport News 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 Newport News VA traffic attorney who is not properly rated.

Holding Cell Phone While Driving is a Newport News VA Traffic Violation

The Newport News law enforcement community 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. Newport News police officers do 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.

Newport News VA Speeding Ticket Traffic Court Representation

A Newport News traffic ticket and the associated penalty if convicted can jeopardize your future. A professional can assist you with your traffic case. Most traffic ticket violations are classified as moving violations. These offenses can trigger various negative consequences. We can protect your driving record and automobile insurance policy. Incarceration and loss of driving privileges are imposed by the Court in more serious cases. Our traffic ticket lawyer in Newport News can help you secure the best outcome.

Newport News VA Suspended Driver’s License Case DISMISSED

Our Newport News Traffic Attorneys represented a client who was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license in violation of Va. Code 46.2-301. Our client had no idea that his driver’s license was suspended. He was not from the area and was not in a position to return for a trial. We prepared and argued the case in such a manner that the client did not have to return for trial. Our primary argument was that our client lacked the necessary knowledge to be in violation. Case dismissed.

Newport News Fail to Move Over/Yield Emergency Vehicle DISMISSED

Traffic Case DISMISSED

Our Newport News traffic lawyers represented a client who was charged with failing to yield to an emergency vehicle, more popularly known as the “Move Over Law” in violation of Va. Code 46.2-861.1 for simply failing to make a lane change while travelling on the Interstate. First, our client had no idea that such a law existed, and second, he did not think he was in violation. We agreed. The law does not require a lane change if the driver exercises caution in the appropriate manner. We pled our client not guilty and made the necessary arguments. The Judge agreed and dismissed the case.

Newport News VA Reckless Driving Speeding NOT GUILTY

Our Newport News traffic attorneys represented a client from Maryland who was pulled over on Interstate 64. Our client was a U.S. Armed Services member. She was concerned about being convicted of a criminal misdemeanor offense. Such a conviction would affect her career and her security clearance. We had various arguments ready to persuade the Court why it should not find our client guilty of a criminal misdemeanor for speeding. The Judge agreed and found our client not guilty.

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4/9/2022 | Updated 5/27/2024

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