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Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an established law firm that concentrates its Isle of Wight County VA law practice defending clients accused of criminal law offenses, which include DUI / DWI, reckless driving, speeding & traffic violations. We are recognized as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report for superior legal ability and ethical standards. Law enforcement in Isle of Wight County VA is serious about enforcing the criminal & traffic laws. Our attorneys in Isle of Wight County Virginia understand the nuances of the law. We represent clients charged with criminal & traffic law offenses. Our firm has been positively reviewed more times than any other law firm that represents clients charged with Isle of Wight criminal offenses & traffic violations.
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Experienced Isle of Wight County VA Circuit & District Court Lawyers
Isle of Wight County is located in the Hampton Roads region of the Commonwealth. The county is bordered by the City of Suffolk, Southampton County and the James River. Smithfield is the largest town. Routes 460, 58 & 258 run through the community. The Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office and State Police aggressively enforce these highways and the rest of the County, including Windsor, Zuni, Carrollton & Carrsville. Do not plead guilty to your case. In Virginia, a conviction is permanent and cannot be expunged. Contact an experienced Isle of Wight County lawyer who will present your best defense.
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Some folks think they do not need an Isle of Wight County VA attorney to defend their criminal case or traffic violation. For criminal cases, a lack of experience and legal knowledge are primary considerations. Those concerns along with being able to make it to the courthouse for the trial date are issues for traffic violation cases. The average person does not understand the best course of action. Experienced Isle of Wight VA lawyers know the best tactics for obtaining the best results. Our lawyers spend hours in the Isle of Wight VA Courts and are familiar with the habits of the different judges and the law enforcement officers who make the arrests and issue the traffic tickets.
Top Law Firm for Criminal Defense – Isle of Wight VA
Our Isle of Wight County Criminal Defense Firm has dedicated their careers to the practice of criminal law. Our Isle of Wight VA criminal defense attorneys handle a wide range of criminal cases. Every criminal case is a mix of procedure and substantive law. Title 19.2 of the Va. Code, the Virginia Supreme Court rules, and the Constitutions of the United States and Virginia govern criminal procedure. The substantive criminal law is primarily located in Title 18.2 of the Va. Code. Consult with an experienced Isle of Wight VA lawyer who can properly assess your case, provide necessary guidance and best represent your interests. Our lawyers are members of prestigious legal organizations. We believe this makes us better advocates.
Isle of Wight County Virginia Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers is a legal rating service comprised of outstanding lawyers from over 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This organization recognizes the top rated lawyers nationwide across a variety of practice areas and firm sizes using a patented process of independent research and peer input. Our Isle of Wight VA law firm has 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 Isle of Wight County specialist who has been recognized with this elite award.
Isle of Wight County DUI / DWI Lawyers
A proper DUI / DWI investigation requires strict attention to detail. Isle of Wight County Police and State Troopers investigating DUI / DWI cases are highly trained. Our skilled Isle of Wight County DUI / DWI Lawyers understand what specifics to look for when representing a motorist accused of drunk driving. Countless defenses are recognized by the law, but only Isle of Wight DUI / DWI attorneys with the proper training and experience know how to find them and best present them to the Court. We have successfully defended hundreds of DUI cases. Only skilled representation can help you navigate a maze of penalties. Effective Isle of Wight DUI / DWI lawyers can negotiate cases where the Commonwealth’s evidence overwhelmingly proves a violation.
Successful Isle of Wight County Reckless Driving Lawyers
Virginia has one of the strictest reckless driving laws in the Country, according to WalletHub. Va. Code 46.2-862 states in part that a motorist can be convicted of criminal misdemeanor reckless driving for driving faster than 85 mph or 20 mph over the posted speed limit. The maximum speed limit on the highways through Isle of Wight County VA can vary. Isle of Wight Virginia reckless driving law enforcement issue hundreds of traffic tickets every year for this offense. NOTE: The issuance of a summons or traffic ticket is NOT a conviction. Contact an experienced attorney before you plead guilty. Isle of Wight County VA reckless driving convictions cannot be expunged.
Isle of Wight County Lawyers Defending Route 460 Cases
Route 460 enters Isle of Wight County near the town of Zuni after exiting Southampton County. This highway is known locally as Windsor Boulevard. Route 460/Windsor Boulevard runs through the heart of Isle of Wight County. The highway also passes through the Town of Windsor before it exits the county and enters Suffolk. Isle of Wight County Deputy Sheriffs and State Troopers aggressively enforce this area of the Isle of Wight community and issue traffic tickets for various traffic violations. The issuance of a summons or traffic ticket is NOT a conviction. Contact an experienced Isle of Wight County attorney before you plead guilty. Convictions cannot be expunged.
Virginia Summons Issued by Isle of Wight Police for District Court
A common scenario that brings people to the Isle of Wight Courthouse is the issuance of a summons. This is the document issued by Isle of Wight Police and State Police during a traffic stop. This document is referred to as a ticket. A law enforcement officer can issue a summons for a criminal misdemeanor offense or a traffic infraction. The summons serves as legal notice for the alleged violation. Signing the summons is not an admission of guilt. The summons advises you that a hearing has been set before the Court in Isle of Wight. Let our Isle of Wight VA attorneys review your summons. We can develop a defense strategy even if you think you are guilty.
Extensive Specialized Training Make Better Isle of Wight Advocates
Our Isle of Wight law firm includes members of prestigious legal organizations, such as the the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA). The VTLA’s mission is dedicated to enhancing the skills, knowledge, and professionalism of trial lawyers. We believe membership and leadership with prominent trial lawyer organizations make us better Isle of Wight trial lawyers and advocates for our clients. Criminal and traffic defense attorneys are trial lawyers. Not all lawyers are trial lawyers. It is in your best interests to consult an Isle of Wight VA lawyer with specialized training if you need representation before the Isle of Wight Courts for either a criminal law allegation or a summons for a traffic violation. We will present your best defense!
Isle of Wight Trial Courts Are Adversarial By Design
If you have been accused of violating an Isle of Wight VA criminal or traffic law, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the Isle of Wight Courts. Criminal and traffic violation trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the Isle of Wight Commonwealth Attorney’s Office and the defense. The adversarial system is designed to ensure a fair trial according to the rules of law and evidence by allowing each party to present their case and to be able to challenge the other’s evidence and arguments. The judge evaluates the evidence and arguments to reach a verdict. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof.
“AV Preeminent” Isle of Wight Lawyer • Martindale-Hubbell Top Rating
For over 135 years, Martindale-Hubbell has been the authority for evaluating the legal ability and ethical standards of lawyers through a Rating system established by judges and attorneys. Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an AV Preeminent® rated Isle of Wight County VA law firm. The top Martindale-Hubbell rating standard. This is awarded to top rated lawyers 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 Isle of Wight criminal law & traffic defense firm for your case. Review the law firm’s legal rating and exercise caution before you retain an Isle of Wight County attorney with an inferior rating for legal ability and ethical standards.
Isle of Wight VA Traffic Lawyers Presenting the Best Defense
The Isle of Wight traffic law classifies numerous offenses as traffic law violations. Some offenses are more serious than others. Traffic violations can be classified as a traffic infraction or a criminal offense. Criminal traffic offenses can be classified as either a felony or a misdemeanor. Traffic infractions can either be a demerit point offense or a non-moving offense. The classification of offense depends on the severity of the conduct. If you have been accused of violating any traffic law, then it would be wise to consult an experienced Isle of Wight lawyer. A traffic violation conviction may negatively affect your freedom and your future. CAUTION: A traffic violation will significantly increase the automobile insurance premium according to Insurance.com
Top Rated Isle of Wight Lawyers For Criminal & Traffic Defense
Isle of Wight County dates back to 1634. The county primarily consists of two communities: Smithfield and Windsor. The area is rich in history and charm. Isle of Wight is located along the Route 460 and Route 58 corridors. The Courthouses are located just off of Courthouse Highway/Route 258. The majority of cases filed in the General District Court are traffic violation cases such as DUI / DWI, reckless driving and speeding. Isle of Wight Police & State Police cases go before the General District Court. Our top rated Isle of Wight Lawyers will present your best defense. Do not plead guilty without first consulting an accomplished Isle of Wight defense attorney.
Legal Elite Recognizes Top Isle of Wight Attorney
Virginia Business is dedicated to covering activity in the Isle of Wight legal community. In cooperation with the Virginia Bar Association, they have been recognizing Top Virginia Attorneys with its Legal Elite Award since 2000. There are over 23,000 legal practitioners in the Commonwealth. Legal Elite recognitions are awarded to approximately 1400 attorneys each year. This is an exclusive list of top rated attorneys who have been recognized for legal excellence. Only outstanding and experienced professionals are recognized for being Legal Elite. A lawyer cannot purchase his or her way in to being recognized as a member of the Virginia Business Legal Elite community. Allow an Isle of Wight Legal Elite Attorney to review your case.
Sustaining Member National College for Isle of Wight DUI / DWI Defense
The National College for DUI Defense (NCDD) is an organization dedicated to improving the trial skills of DUI / DWI attorneys. NCDD members are the most experienced DUI / DWI defense lawyers. Isle of Wight County DUI / DWI cases are complex because they require an understanding of scientific and legal processes. The legal issues of a DUI / DWI case ranges from search and seizure to complex evidentiary issues. These legal issues intersect in a DUI / DWI case with scientific areas of expertise, such as toxicology and the pseudo-scientific areas of field sobriety testing. Our Isle of Wight County lawyers understand the operations of breath test equipment and other instruments utilized by forensic laboratories in the process of testing for intoxicants.
Out of State Driver Retain Top Isle of Wight Lawyers
Many motorists in the Isle of Wight community are simply driving through the area on Routes 58 & 460 on their way to the beach. Do not ignore your case just because you are not from the area or a Virginia driver. These cases can range from a minor speeding ticket to something more serious that triggered an arrest. Just because you are not from the area does not mean you can ignore an incident that occurred in Isle of Wight County. If convicted, the incident will follow you and be reported back to the home state. We represent residents from Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Maryland, District of Columbia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and other states.
Superb Avvo Rated Attorneys Serving Isle of Wight
The Avvo Lawyer Rating can help you find the right lawyers in Isle of Wight County. Avvo was derived from “avvocato”, the Italian word 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 Isle of Wight County law firm maintain a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating. Avvo collects relevant information from state bar associations, other organizations that license Isle of Wight County legal professionals and thousands of 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.
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