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Arlington County VA is strict on speeding. The speed limit is aggressively enforced in Arlington VA. I-395 & I-66 are the main highway patrolled by State Troopers and Arlington Police. An Arlington County VA Speeding Ticket is a common type of traffic violation in Arlington. Law enforcement officers in Arlington VA do not give much leeway when it comes to issuing a speeding ticket. Do not expect to “talk” your way out of a speeding ticket. CAUTION: An Arlington VA speeding conviction will on average increase the automobile insurance premium according to Insurance.com
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Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is a prestigious Arlington law firm. Our lawyers specialize in defending Arlington speeding cases. We are routinely recognized as a “Best Law Firm” according to U.S. News & World Report. Our firm possesses over 60 collective years of experience defending speeding ticket cases. Our attorneys have been recognized for superior legal ability and the highest ethical standards. Retain an Arlington County VA Speeding Ticket Lawyer with the expertise to present the best defense. We have been positively reviewed more than any other law firm that defends Arlington VA speeding tickets.
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Penalties for Virginia Speeding Convictions
- Excessive fines and court costs
- Assessment of moving violation demerit points
- Possible loss of driving privileges depending on speed and prior convictions
- Possible incarceration if excessive speed violated the reckless driving law
Arlington VA Reckless Driving Attorneys Speeding Ticket
Virginia state law says that driving faster than 85 mph or 20 mph or more above the posted speed limit is a reckless driving violation pursuant to Va. Code 46.2-862. The speed limit on some Arlington highways is constantly fluctuating. It can be frustrating, especially for Out-Of-State drivers, but you can be convicted of a criminal misdemeanor for driving 20 mph over the speed limit. Our Arlington County VA reckless driving lawyers this type of speeding ticket in the General District Court.
Arlington VA Traffic Court Defense Attorneys
The most serious type of Arlington Speeding Ticket and the one that probably gets the most attention from motorists is the Reckless Driving Speeding Ticket while traveling on I-396, I-66, Glebe Road, Arlington Boulevard, or Columbia Pike. The facts of each Arlington County case can vary, but we have the knowledge and expertise to select the best defenses and arguments for your particular circumstances. We examine each case and use every resource the law allows to secure the client’s best possible outcome under the law.
Virginia Uniform Summons Speeding Ticket Issued by Arlington Police
A Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Arlington police officers during a traffic stop for speeding. Most people refer to this as a speeding ticket. The summons serves as legal notice for the speeding violation. Signing the summons is not an admission of guilt. The summons advises you that a trial date has been set in the Arlington VA General District Court. A law enforcement officer can also issue a summons for criminal offenses such as reckless driving and other misdemeanors. Allow our Arlington County VA speeding ticket attorneys to review your summons. We can develop a defense strategy for your Arlington VA speeding ticket.
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The biggest issue with representing yourself before the Arlington General District Court for a speeding ticket is making it to Court on the trial date. Other considerations involve the lack of experience and legal knowledge. The average motorist does not understand the best course of action. Experienced Arlington VA speeding ticket lawyers know the best tactics for obtaining great results. Our lawyers spend hours in the Arlington VA Courts weekly and are familiar with the habits of the judges and the law enforcement officers who issue speeding tickets. This local knowledge can prove to be invaluable in deciding how to best defend a Arlington County VA speeding ticket.
Arlington VA Speeding Attorneys Recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers is a lawyer rating service of outstanding attorneys from over 70 practice areas including speeding ticket defense who have attained the highest degree of recognition and achievement. This organization recognizes top lawyers nationwide using a patented process of independent research and peer input. Our Arlington VA speeding ticket 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 top rated Arlington County VA speeding ticket attorney who has been recognized with this elite award.
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law Defend Arlington Speeding Tickets
- 46.2-862 Reckless Driving Speeding
- 46.2-870 Speeding
- 46.2-871 School Buses
- 46.2-872 Vehicles Under Special Permits
- 46.2-873 School Zone
- 46.2-873.1 Nonsurface Treated Highways
- 46.2-873.2 Rural Rustic Roads
- 46.2-874 Business or Residential District
- 46.2-875 Certain Other Highways
- 46.2-877 Impeding the Flow of Traffic
- 46.2-878 Change Speed Limits
- 46.2-878.1 Highway Work Zone
- 46.2-881 Bridges, Tunnels and Interstates
- 46.2-947 Highway Safety Corridor
Representation for Arlington VA Speeding Violation
Our speeding ticket attorneys in Arlington represent clients accused of speeding cases in the General District Court. We will properly examine your case and use proven strategies to best defend your particular situation. Our Arlington lawyers will ensure that your rights are protected, that you are not intimidated in the courtroom and that you secure the best result possible. Many clients are not from the area. In most cases, we can successfully represent you without you having to return to Court for the trial date.
Arlington Police Use RADAR to Enforce the Speed Limit
Arlington Police Officers & State Troopers who issue speeding tickets in Arlington use RADAR and other speed detection devices to calculate speed evidence. We understand police equipment requirements in addition to other procedural and technical defenses. Our attorneys excel at presenting the most effective legal strategy and advocacy techniques to ensure our client receives the best outcome possible. There are several key steps that must be followed in order for an Arlington law enforcement officer’s testimony about a speed detection result can be admissible. Va. Code 46.2-882 must also be followed by the prosecution in speeding cases. Put the experience of our Arlington speeding ticket lawyers to work for you!
Arlington Speeding Ticket in Virginia Cases Are Adversarial
If you have been issued an Arlington speeding ticket, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the General District Court. Trials are adversarial. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the Arlington prosecutor’s office and the defense. The adversarial system is designed to ensure a fair trial process subject to the rules of law and evidence by allowing each side to present their case and to be able to challenge the other’s case. The Arlington judge evaluates the evidence and arguments. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof. Do not come to court and say I was not speeding and expect that to work.
“AV Preeminent” Arlington County VA Lawyers for Speeding
For over 135 years, Martindale-Hubbell has been the authority for evaluating lawyers for legal ability and ethical standards through an established Peer Review Rating system. Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law are AV Preeminent® rated Arlington VA Speeding Ticket Attorneys. The top Martindale-Hubbell rating standard. This is awarded to accomplished attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards. Retain a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rated Arlington VA speeding ticket lawyer for your speeding case. Review the lawyer or law firm’s legal rating along with any prior client reviews and exercise caution before you retain an Arlington VA attorney with an inferior rating for ability and ethics.
Speedometer Calibration For Arlington VA Speeding Ticket Cases
There are instances in Arlington speeding ticket cases where the motorist is operating a vehicle with a defective speedometer. A speedometer calibration may assist our top Arlington VA speeding ticket lawyer. A speedometer calibration is a specialized test performed by qualified mechanics that measures the accuracy of a vehicle’s speedometer. Not just any mechanic can perform this type of diagnostic test. The test comes with a report showing whether the speedometer was off or not. An experienced Arlington VA speeding ticket lawyer will introduce evidence of the calibration results pursuant to Va. Code 46.2-942. Such evidence shall be considered by the court in both determining guilt or innocence and in fixing punishment.
Arlington VA School Zone Camera Photo Speeding Ticket
Virginia law allows cities to operate speed cameras in school zones during peak hours. The Arlington Police Department operates a school zone speed camera program 5 days a week during peak hours. An Arlington VA police officer reviews the photo evidence before a speeding ticket is issued. Arlington County has 10 school zone speeding ticket cameras: one on N. Kirkwood Road, one on Wilson Boulevard, four on George Mason Drive, two on S. Carlin Springs Road, one on Washington Boulevard and one on Yorktown Boulevard. Warning signs are posted 1,000 feet in advance of each speed camera.
Arlington County Launches School Zone Speed Safety Camera Program
Arlington County VA has a new transportation safety tool they claim is designed to deter speeding, reduce the likelihood of severe crashes, and improve overall safety within school zones. Arlington County’s PhotoSPEED program was launched in the 2024-2025 academic year with 10 new speed safety cameras in Arlington school zones.
PhotoSPEED cameras will be installed at the following locations:
NB 1300 block of N. Kirkwood Road
WB 5800 block of Wilson Boulevard
SB 400 block of N. George Mason Drive
SB 600 block of S. Carlin Springs Road
SB Unit block of S. Carlin Springs Road
SB 1900 block of S. George Mason Drive
NB 1900 block of S George Mason Drive
SB 1200 block of S. George Mason Drive
EB 4500 block of Washington Boulevard
EB 5200 block of Yorktown Boulevard
The speed limit at these Arlington County VA school zone locations is 20 MPH while the lights on the speed limit signs are flashing. Warning signs are posted within 1,000 feet in advance of each speed safety camera.
Arlington County Speeding Tickets issued for violations at these locations are a $100 civil fine per infraction to the vehicle’s registered owner.
PhotoSPEED Program Information
Arlington County states it identified school zone locations within the county that would most benefit from automated safety devices in accordance with the County’s Vision Zero strategy. PhotoSPEED locations were then selected using safety data sources. These school zones will be actively reviewed and assessed by County staff to evaluate the safety impacts of the cameras and guide the development and future of the PhotoSPEED program.
Speed safety cameras are operational when the school zone lights are flashing during school arrival and departure. The cameras take digital images and video footage of vehicles traveling in excess of the posted speed limit. The contracted company reviews and validates the footage before sending it to the Arlington County Police Department. An Arlington County police officer issues a speeding ticket after reviewing the footage captured by the system and determining there is a speeding violation.
PhotoSPEED Program Background
In 2020, Virginia enacted legislation to allow speed safety cameras in school and work zones. County agencies collaborated to develop a proposal to bring speed cameras to Arlington’s school zones in accordance with state requirements. The County Board adopted the proposed changes to County Code in January 2022.
PhotoSPEED is part of Arlington County’s Automated Safety Enforcement Program and supports the County’s ongoing Vision Zero Transportation Safety Program efforts and the Police Department’s key initiative of Transportation Safety.
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11/11/2024