Top Rated Essex County VA Traffic Lawyer • 1500+ Client Reviews
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an established Essex VA law firm that specializes in defending traffic cases. Our traffic lawyers possess over 60 years of combined experience. We represent clients before the Essex County General District Court. Our Essex County traffic lawyers are routinely recognized for legal excellence and high ethical standards. We will examine your case and determine the best way to defend your case. We have been positively reviewed more than any other firm in Essex County VA that defends traffic violation cases. Our goal is simple: secure the best possible result! CAUTION: A traffic violation conviction may increase the automobile insurance premium by as much as 79%, according to a study conducted by Insurance.com
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Experienced Essex County VA Traffic Lawyer
Virginia law classifies traffic violations into 3 categories of offenses. Felony, misdemeanor, and minor traffic infraction violations. Virginia State Troopers, Essex Deputy Sheriffs & local police officers strictly enforce these traffic laws. Do not expect to get a warning. Route 360 and Route 17 in Essex County are the primary areas law enforcement targets for traffic violations. Out-of-state drivers frequently need representation in Essex County VA, for their traffic cases. In many cases, we can successfully defend these cases without our client having to return on the trial date.
Most Rated Traffic Lawyers in Essex County VA
Essex County VA Traffic Ticket Representation
An Essex County traffic law offense can be classified as a felony, misdemeanor, or infraction. Reckless driving, DUI / DWI, and speeding are some of the more popularly enforced Amherst traffic violations. Penalties may include incarceration, loss of driving privileges & excessive fines. We examine every case in detail to determine the best defense strategy. Our goal is to secure each client the best possible outcome according to the law and facts of their Essex traffic case. We have the experience to protect you and your future.
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law Defend Essex County VA Traffic Violations
- Aggressive driving
- Out-of-state drivers
- Speeding ticket
- Accidents
- Moving violations
- Fail to yield to emergency vehicle
- No valid driver’s license
- No automobile insurance
- Reckless Driving
- Fail to “Move Over”
- Suspended driver’s license
- Handheld cellphone use while driving
- Hit & Run
- DUI / DWI
- Eluding the police
- License restoration
- Commercial driver violations
- Driving revoked 18.2-272
Exceptional Traffic Attorneys Essex County VA
Title 46.2 of the Virginia Motor Vehicle Code classifies traffic offenses. Traffic violations can range from minor infractions to serious criminal felony offenses. Most traffic violations are issued on a Virginia Uniform Summons, commonly known as the ticket. Essex County Deputy Sheriff’s and State Troopers issue the summons to the motorist when a violation is observed. Sometimes these Essex County traffic violations where a summons is issued are classified as criminal misdemeanors. More serious offenses such as DUI/DWI and felony allegations will trigger an arrest.
Essex County VA Traffic Ticket Traffic Court Representation
An Essex traffic ticket and the associated penalty if convicted can jeopardize your future depending on the severity of the offense and your particular circumstances. Many traffic ticket violations are classified as moving violations. These offenses can trigger various negative consequences. Some offenses are more serious and can include incarceration, loss of driving privileges, along with a permanent criminal record. A professional who specializes in practicing traffic law can assist you with your case. Our Essex County VA Traffic Lawyers can help you secure the best outcome. We can protect you before the Court and present your best defense.
Penalties for Essex VA Traffic Violations
- Maximum $2,500 fine
- Incarceration
- Loss of driving privileges
- Moving violation demerit points
- Increased automobile insurance premiums
- Employment issues
Free Consultation with Top Rated Essex County Traffic Lawyer
Some motorists do not think they need a traffic lawyer for their Essex County traffic case. The biggest issues with representing yourself in traffic court is the lack of experience and legal knowledge. The average driver typically does not understand the best course of action to defend a particular case. Experienced Essex County VA traffic attorneys know the proper tactics and options for obtaining the best results. Our Essex attorneys spend hours in traffic court every day and are familiar with the habits of the different judges and the law enforcement officers who issue the tickets. This local knowledge can prove to be invaluable in deciding how to properly defend a traffic case.
Essex 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 Essex 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 an Essex VA traffic attorney who has been recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers with this elite award.
Essex Virginia Traffic Courts Are Adversarial By Design
If you have been accused of an Essex County VA traffic violation, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the Essex General District Court. Trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the defense and the Essex 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 Essex judge evaluates the evidence, arguments, and reaches a verdict. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof. Our lawyers in Essex County VA can help you with your traffic violation.
Essex VA “AV Preeminent” Traffic Lawyer • Martindale-Hubbell Top Rating
For over 135 years, 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 an Essex 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 Essex VA traffic lawyer for your case. Review the law firm’s legal rating and exercise caution before you retain an Essex VA traffic attorney with an inferior rating for legal ability and ethical standards.
Virginia Uniform Summons Traffic Ticket Issued by Essex Police
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex VA traffic lawyers to review your summons. We can develop a defense strategy even if you think you are guilty.
Superb Avvo Rated Essex VA Traffic Lawyers
The Avvo Rating can help you find the right Essex County VA traffic lawyer. Avvo comes from “avvocato”, which is Italian. Avvo is a legal directory that rates lawyers on a scale of 1 (Extreme Caution) to 10 (Superb). Members of our Essex 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 an Essex VA traffic lawyer who is not properly rated.
Out of State Driver Retain Top Rated Traffic Lawyer Essex VA
Essex County is along the Route 360 & Route 17 corridors. Millions of travelers use these highways. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Essex County VA 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, West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Georgia, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York & Tennessee drive through the Essex County VA community. In many instances, we can motion to waive our client’s appearance so that our client does not have to return to Essex VA for the trial. Let our traffic ticket lawyers in Essex review your case!
Reckless Driving Speeding in Essex 81/55 NOT GUILTY
Our Essex County traffic attorneys represented a client from North Carolina for reckless driving because she was driving 81 mph. The police officer used R.A.D.A.R. to calculate the speed. The Essex police officer alleged a criminal misdemeanor reckless driving violation pursuant to Va. Code 46.2-862 due to the speed of 81 mph in a 55 mph speed zone. We were able to appear in the Essex Court for our client without her having to return to Court for trial. Our attorneys successfully represented the client. We convinced the Judge to find our client NOT GUILTY of criminal misdemeanor reckless driving.
Handheld Mobile Phone Use While Driving Illegal in Essex Virginia
Essex authorities take distracted driving seriously. Virginia is now a “hands free” driving state. It is unlawful for any person to hold any handheld personal communications device while driving a moving motor vehicle on the highways in Essex County. This is a new law that became effective on January 1, 2021 according to Va. Code 46.2-818.2. A violation of this law is a moving violation demerit point offense. Unfortunately, drivers from other states passing through Virginia cannot claim ignorance of the law. Contact an Essex County VA traffic lawyer for help with your case.
Specialized Training Make Better Essex County Traffic Court Advocates
Our Essex County VA traffic lawyers include members of some of the most prestigious legal organizations, such as the the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA). The VTLA is dedicated to enhancing the skills, knowledge, and professionalism of trial lawyers. Our Essex VA traffic lawyers receive special training on how to best defend Essex 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 an Essex VA traffic lawyer with specialized training if you need representation before the Essex Courts for a criminal law allegation or a summons for a traffic violation. We will present your best defense!
Essex 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 Essex Courts. Demerit points associated with an Essex conviction remain valid for two years from the date of the Essex 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 Essex VA traffic conviction is eventually reported to the home state DMV.
Essex County Traffic Accident Defense Attorney
Traffic accidents happen. Most automobile crashes that occur in Essex County are investigated by the police. In many cases, the Essex deputy sheriff or state trooper will be looking for evidence of a traffic violation. If sufficient evidence exists, then a Virginia Uniform Summons will likely be issued for the alleged traffic violation. The investigating Essex law enforcement officer almost is never an actual eye witness. The police officer collects evidence to later present at trial along with issuing subpoenas to actual eye witnesses along with the help from the Essex Commonwealth Attorney. If you have been involved in an accident and been charged with a traffic offense in Essex County, then you need an experienced attorney.
Driver Improvement Program For Essex County VA Traffic Cases
A Driver Improvement Program is an educational course designed to improve the knowledge and driving skills of participants. One of the main purposes of a Driver Improvement Program is to provide a pathway for traffic court defendants to mitigate the consequences of their Essex County VA case. Completing a program may assist a top rated Essex VA traffic lawyer in convincing the Essex Judge to dismiss or reduce the case. The duration of a Driver Improvement Program can either be a 12 hour course or an 8 hour course. The program has in person and online formats. Consult our Essex County traffic attorney to understand your options before you pursue a driver improvement program for your traffic case.
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4/16/2025
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