Top Rated Marion VA Traffic Lawyer • 1500+ Client Reviews
Marion VA is the county seat for Smyth County. Law enforcement in the Marion VA area are dedicated to strictly enforcing the traffic laws. Most of the enforcement comes from law enforcement officers that patrol I-81 & Route 11. Do not plead guilty to any traffic violation without first consulting an experienced lawyer. Many of our clients are not from the area and are not interested in having to return for trial. An accomplished Marion VA Traffic Lawyer can present the best defense for your traffic case. CAUTION: A Marion VA Traffic Violation may increase the automobile insurance premium by as much as 79% depending on the offense according to Insurance.com
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Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an established law firm that represents clients accused of Marion VA traffic violations. Our attorneys have accumulated over 60 years of collective traffic law experience and are routinely recognized by the legal community for excellence in legal ability and ethical standards. We have been recognized as a “Best Law Firm” and hold an “AV Preeminent” rating by Martindale-Hubbell for high ethical standards and legal excellence. Our firm has been positively rated more than any other law firm that defends Marion VA traffic violations.
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Virginia Traffic Law Violation Penalties
- Incarceration
- Loss of driving privileges
- Moving violation demerit points
- Excessive fines
- Increased automobile insurance premiums
- Employment issues
Marion VA Traffic Law Representation – General District Court
Traffic violations are classified as either a felony, misdemeanor or traffic infraction. Reckless driving, DUI, and speeding are some of the more popularly enforced traffic violations. Penalties may include incarceration, loss of driving privileges & excessive fines. Our traffic law attorneys examine every case in detail so that we can determine the best defense strategy. Our goal is to secure each client the best possible outcome according to the law and facts of the case. We have the experience to protect you.
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law Defend Marion VA Traffic Violations
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Habitual Offender
- DUI
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Eluding the Police
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Hit & Run
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No Valid Driver’s License
- Fail to Yield to Emergency Vehicle
- Commercial Driver Violations
- License Restoration
- Reckless Driving
- Out Of State Driver
- Aggressive Driving
- Handheld Cellphone while Driving
- Fail to “Move Over”
- Speeding Ticket
- Accidents
- Moving Violations
- No Automobile Insurance
- Suspended Driver’s License
Free Consultation with Top Rated Marion VA Traffic Lawyer
Some drivers think they do not need a traffic lawyer for their Marion VA traffic case. The biggest issues with representing yourself in 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. Our experienced traffic attorneys know the best tactics and options for obtaining the best results. Our lawyers spend hours in court every day and are familiar with the habits of the different judges and the Marion law enforcement officers who issue traffic tickets. This local knowledge can prove to be invaluable in deciding how to defend against a traffic ticket.
Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion VA traffic attorney who has been recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers with this elite award.
Marion Virginia Traffic Courts Are Adversarial By Design
If you have been accused of a Marion VA traffic violation, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the General District Court in Marion. Trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the defense and the Marion 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 Marion judge evaluates the evidence, arguments, and reaches a verdict. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof. Our traffic lawyers in Marion VA can help you with your traffic violation.
Out of State Driver Retain Top Rated Traffic Lawyer Marion VA
The Town of Marion is located along the I-81 corridor. Millions of travelers use this highway. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Marion 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 Marion VA community. In many instances, we can motion to waive our client’s appearance so that our client does not have to return to Marion VA for the trial. Let our traffic ticket lawyers in Marion review your case!
Experienced Marion 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. Marion law enforcement and State Troopers aggressively enforce these traffic laws. Most Marion 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 Marion Virginia Traffic Lawyers
The Avvo Rating can help you find the right Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion VA traffic attorney who is not properly rated.
Fail to Move Over for Marion Stationary Vehicle Traffic Violation
Virginia code 46.2-861.1 requires the driver of any motor vehicle in Marion to “move over” when passing a stationary vehicle under certain traffic conditions. Sometimes traffic does not allow the passing vehicle to move over. A violation of this law can be considered reckless driving, which is a criminal misdemeanor in some cases. If you have been accused of violating this law then you need to consult an attorney before appearing in the Marion General District Court. We know what defenses to look for and how to best present them to the Court.
Holding Cell Phone While Driving in Marion is a Traffic Violation
Marion authorities are serious about distracted driving. Virginia is now a “Hands Free” State. Virginia law prohibits having a phone or handheld personal communication device in your hand while driving pursuant to Va. Code §46.2-818.2. The Marion prosecutor does not need to prove that the driver was doing anything in particular on the phone or device to prove a violation. This offense is a moving violation demerit point offense. A conviction will post to the driving record. There are exceptions. The hands free law does not apply to drivers who are lawfully parked or stopped, drivers reporting emergencies, drivers using an amateur or citizens band radio, drivers operating emergency vehicles and certain operators of Department of Transportation vehicles.
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the Traffic Ticket Issued by Marion Police
A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Marion VA law enforcement officers during a traffic stop. Most people refer to this document as either a traffic ticket or citation. The summons serves as legal notice for the alleged 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 criminal offenses such as reckless driving and other misdemeanor offenses. Allow us to review your Marion traffic ticket. We can help!
Marion VA Suspended Revoked Driver’s License Traffic Defense
Driving on a suspended or revoked driver’s license is a Marion Virginia traffic law violation. Various driver’s license classification offenses range from No Valid Driver’s License to being revoked DUI related. Most offenses are misdemeanor violations. More serious cases of driving revoked can be a felony. Our traffic attorneys routinely represent clients who were charged with these types of offenses. We specialize in defending these cases. Let us review your case. We can help!
Reckless Driving Speeding NOT GUILTY Verdict
Our traffic attorneys represent clients charged with reckless driving by speed cases every week. Many cases that appear before the General District Court in Marion, VA, are based on traffic stops from I-81 & Route 11. Reckless driving is frequently the charge. Reckless driving is Virginia is a criminal misdemeanor. Our attorneys know how to present each client’s case best. Consult a professional before you plead guilty. Our goal is simple – secure the best possible result.
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7/23/2021 |Updated 9/28/2024
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