Experienced Salem VA Traffic Lawyer • 1400+ Client Reviews
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is an established law firm. We specialize in defending traffic violation cases. Our lawyers represent clients before the Salem General District Court and possess over 60 years of combined traffic law experience. We are recognized for superior legal ability and the highest ethical standards. Our attorneys examine each traffic case in detail. There are many strategies that an experienced Salem VA traffic lawyer must know. We strive to secure the best outcome for your case.
CAUTION: A Salem VA traffic violation conviction may increase the automobile insurance premium by as much as 79%, according to a study conducted by Insurance.com
Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law Defend Salem 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
- Habitual offender
- Hit & Run
- DUI
- Eluding the police
- License restoration
- Commercial driver violations
- Driving revoked 18.2-272
Top Rated Salem VA Traffic Lawyers Client Review
Best Traffic Defense Attorneys Salem VA
Title 46.2 of the Virginia Motor Vehicle Code classifies traffic offenses. Offenses can range from minor traffic infractions to serious criminal felony offenses. The Salem Police Department and State Troopers aggressively enforce the traffic laws. Most Salem VA traffic violations are issued on a Virginia Uniform Summons, commonly known as the ticket. More serious violations such as DUI, eluding the police and leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run) will trigger an arrest.
Salem VA Traffic Ticket Traffic Court Representation
A Salem VA traffic ticket and the associated penalty if convicted can jeopardize your future. A professional can assist you with your traffic case. Most traffic ticket violations are classified as moving violations. These offenses can trigger various negative consequences. We can protect your driving record – which protects the automobile insurance policy. Incarceration and loss of driving privileges may be imposed by the Court in more serious cases.
Our Salem Traffic Lawyers can help you secure the best outcome.
Penalties for VA Traffic Violations
- Maximum $2,500 fine
- Incarceration
- Loss of driving privileges
- Moving violation demerit points
- Increased automobile insurance premiums
- Employment issues
Hit & Run Leave Scene of Accident Case DISMISSED
Our traffic attorneys represented a client who was arrested for felony hit and run – leaving the scene of an accident. The incident involved personal injury. The client was driving through an Intersection when the crash occurred. The vehicle hit an object later determined to be a pedestrian near a crosswalk. There was personal injury. The client circled the block to return to the scene of the accident. The client explained to police that she never saw a pedestrian. The Judge agreed with our argument and dismissed the case.
Reckless Driving by Speed 81/55 NOT GUILTY
Our traffic attorneys represented a client from New Jersey for reckless driving because she was driving too fast. The police officer used R.A.D.A.R. to calculate speed. The 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 General District Court for our client without her having to return. Our arguments protected the client. We convinced the Judge to dismiss the case.
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8/25/2021 | Updated 5/1/2023