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A Fairfax County Speeding Ticket is a common traffic offense violation in Fairfax County VA. The Fairfax County Police Department and State Police diligently patrol the County. These law enforcement officers are serious about enforcing the speed limit on Interstates 95, 495, 66 and other state highways. Every traffic case goes before the Judge for trial. It is wise to seek counsel from a professional because a conviction can negatively affect you in many ways. CAUTION: A Fairfax County VA reckless driving speeding conviction will on average increase the automobile insurance premium by 73% according to Insurance.com
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Experienced Fairfax County VA Speeding Ticket Defense Attorneys
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is a prominent law firm that represents clients accused of speeding offenses in the Fairfax County VA General District Court. Our lawyers have defended thousands of speeding cases and have amassed over 60 years of collective traffic law experience. We are the Fairfax County VA Speeding Ticket Attorneys that clients want representing them. Our Fairfax County VA speeding ticket lawyers have been positively reviewed more than any other Fairfax lawyer. We examine each case in detail and use every resource the law allows to secure the best possible.
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Virginia Speeding Ticket Penalties
- Excessive fines and court costs
- Assessment of moving violation demerit points
- Loss of driving privileges depending on speed and prior convictions
- Possible incarceration if excessive speed violated the reckless driving law
Reckless Driving Speeding Ticket Attorneys
The maximum speed limit on the Interstates in Fairfax County is 65 mph. Driving faster than 85 mph or 20 mph or more over the posted speed limit in Virginia is a reckless driving violation pursuant to Va. Code 46.2-862. Reckless driving in Virginia is classified as a criminal misdemeanor. It can be hard to believe, especially for licensed driver’s from other states, but you can be convicted of criminal misdemeanor reckless driving for simply travelling 20+ miles over the posted speed limit in Fairfax County VA.
Fairfax VA Speeding Defense Attorneys Traffic Court
The most serious type of Fairfax Speeding Ticket and the one that probably gets the most attention from motorists is the Reckless Driving Speeding Ticket while traveling Interstate 95 or the beltway. I-95 enters Virginia around Emporia VA. The facts of each Fairfax 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.
Free Fairfax VA Speeding Ticket Consultation with Top Rated Lawyers
The biggest issue with representing yourself before the Fairfax 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 Fairfax VA speeding ticket lawyers know the best tactics for obtaining great results. Our Fairfax County VA speeding ticket lawyers spend hours in the Fairfax 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 Fairfax County VA speeding ticket.
Fairfax 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 Fairfax County 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 Fairfax County VA speeding ticket attorney who has been recognized with this elite award.
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law Defend Fairfax County VA Cases
- 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
- 46.2-874 Business or Residential District
- 46.2-875 Certain Other Highways
- 46.2-877 Impeding the Flow of Traffic
- 46.2-878 Authority to Change Speed Limits
- 46.2-878.1 Highway Work Zone
- 46.2-878.2 Certain Residential Districts
- 46.2-881 Bridges, Tunnels and Interstates
- 46.2-947 Highway Safety Corridor
Out of State Motorist Speeding Ticket in Fairfax County VA
Out-of-state drivers are frequently pulled over by Fairfax Police and State Police for speeding violations. Do not be so quick to dismiss your Fairfax County VA speeding ticket if this has happened to you. A conviction will be reported back to the home state Department of Motor Vehicles along with the automobile insurance company. Exercise caution because sometimes what you think is a speeding ticket is actually a reckless driving criminal misdemeanor case. Many of our clients are not from the area or are drivers from other states such as Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee, West Virginia & Ohio because large numbers of motorists drive through Fairfax County on I-95.
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the Speeding Ticket Issued by Fairfax Police
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Fairfax County VA law enforcement officers during a traffic stop for speeding. Most people refer to this document as a speeding ticket. The summons serves as legal notice for the alleged speeding violation. Signing the summons is not an admission of guilt. The summons advises you of the date and time and location of your hearing. A police officer can also issue a summons for reckless driving due to excessive speed. Reckless driving is a criminal misdemeanor offense. Allow us to review your Fairfax County VA speeding ticket.
Fairfax Speeding Ticket in Virginia Cases Are Adversarial
If you have been issued a Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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 Fairfax 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” Traffic Lawyers Fairfax County VA 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 Fairfax County VA Speeding Ticket Lawyers. 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 Fairfax 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 a Fairfax VA attorney with an inferior rating for ability and ethics.
Speedometer Calibration For Fairfax VA Speeding Ticket Cases
There are instances in Fairfax speeding ticket cases where the motorist is operating a vehicle with a defective speedometer. A speedometer calibration may assist our top Fairfax 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 Fairfax County 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.
Fairfax Police Use RADAR to Enforce the Speed Limit
Fairfax Police Officers & State Troopers who issue speeding tickets in Fairfax 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 a Fairfax 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 our experience of our traffic ticket lawyers to work for you!
Superb Avvo Rated Speeding Ticket Attorneys Serving Fairfax
The Avvo Lawyer Rating can help you find the best speeding ticket lawyer in Fairfax County. “Avvocato” is Italian for lawyer. Avvo is a legal directory that rates legal professionals using a mathematical model on a scale of 1 (Extreme Caution) to 10 (Superb). Members of our Fairfax County law firm maintain a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating. Avvo collects information from state bar associations and other organizations that license Fairfax County lawyers and consumers to calculate its rating. The same set of standards are used for every lawyer that is evaluated. The Avvo rating is merit based. You cannot pay a fee to improve your Avvo rating. Put the experience of our Fairfax speeding ticket lawyers to work for you.
Speeding Defense Attorneys in Fairfax County VA
The facts of each case can vary. We have the knowledge and expertise to select the best defenses and arguments for your particular circumstances. Some people don’t think they need a Fairfax County VA Speeding Ticket Lawyer. This may be true in some instances, but a skilled professional can insure that your rights are protected, that you are not intimidated in the courtroom and that you increase your chances of securing the best result.
Fairfax Speeding Ticket Conviction DMV Demerit Points
There are various Virginia DMV demerit point categories for speeding ticket convictions. Demerit points are not issued when the Fairfax County speeding ticket is issued. The demerit points are assigned only by the DMV shortly after the Fairfax Court finds the defendant motorist guilty of speeding. The demerit points associated with a conviction remain valid for two years from the date the offense is committed. Fairfax VA speeding ticket convictions can carry 6, 4 or 3 demerit points depending on the speed. One safe driving point is assigned for each full calendar year that you hold a valid Virginia driver’s license and drive without any violations or suspensions. A driver may accumulate a maximum of five safe driving points.
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3/31/2022 | Updated 11/3/2024