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Staunton VA Suspended Driver’s License Case DISMISSED

Our Staunton VA traffic lawyers defended a client who was accused of driving on a suspended driver’s license in violation of Va. Code 46.2-301 – a criminal misdemeanor with harsh penalties. A conviction for driving on a suspended license can include incarceration and loss of driving privileges. Our client had no idea that her driving privileges were suspended. We prepared and argued the case in such a manner that the client did not have to return for trial. Our winning argument was the Commonwealth was unable to sufficiently prove the “notice” element. The Court dismissed the case.

Fail to Move Over/Yield Emergency Vehicle DISMISSED

Our Staunton traffic lawyers represented a client who was charged with failing to yield to a stationary emergency vehicle, more popularly known as the “Move Over Law” in violation of Va. Code 46.2-861.1 for simply failing to make a lane change while travelling on the Interstate 81. Many folks who drive in Virginia have no idea that such a law exists, but that is not a defense. This offense is often charged as a reckless driving criminal misdemeanor offense. The law does not require a lane change if the driver exercises caution. We convinced the Judge to enter an order that protected our client.

Staunton VA Reckless Driving Speeding 89/65 mph NOT GUILTY

Our Staunton traffic attorneys represented a client from Maryland who was pulled over on Interstate 81. Our client was a U.S. Armed Services member. She was concerned about being convicted of a criminal misdemeanor offense. Such a conviction would affect her career and her security clearance. Most drivers have no idea that a traffic ticket for driving too fast can be a criminal offense. We persuaded the Judge why it should not find our client guilty of a criminal misdemeanor. The Court agreed and found our client not guilty of reckless driving.

Staunton 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 Staunton 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 Staunton VA traffic attorney who has been recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers with this elite award.

Staunton Virginia Traffic Courts Are Adversarial By Design

If you have been accused of a Staunton VA traffic violation, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the Staunton General District Court. Trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the defense and the Staunton 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 Staunton judge evaluates the evidence, arguments, and reaches a verdict. This system ensures that the prosecution meets its high standard of proof. Our lawyers in Staunton VA can help you with your traffic violation.

Virginia Uniform Summons Traffic Ticket Issued by Staunton Police

A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Staunton VA law enforcement officers during a traffic stop. Motorists often refer to this document as either a traffic ticket or citation. The summons serves as legal notice for the alleged traffic violation. Signing the summons is not an admission of guilt. The summons advises you that a hearing will be at the Staunton Courthouse on a particular date and time. Law enforcement can also issue a summons for criminal offenses such as reckless driving and other misdemeanor offenses. Allow our top rated Staunton VA traffic lawyers to review your summons. We can develop a defense strategy even if you think you are guilty.

Out of State Driver Retain Top Rated Traffic Lawyer Staunton VA

Staunton is along the Interstate 81 & Interstate 64 corridors. Millions of travelers use these highways. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Staunton 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, Georgia, South Carolina, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York & Connecticut drive through the Staunton VA community. In many instances, we can motion to waive our client’s appearance so that our client does not have to return to Staunton VA for the trial. Let our traffic ticket lawyers in Staunton review your case!

Superb Avvo Rated Staunton Virginia Traffic Lawyers

The Avvo Rating can help you find the right traffic lawyer in Staunton VA. 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 Staunton 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 Staunton VA traffic attorney who is not properly rated.

Holding Cell Phone While Driving is a Staunton VA Traffic Violation

The Staunton law enforcement community aggressively enforces the Virginia “Hands Free” driving law. The law prohibits having a phone or handheld personal communication device in your hand while driving pursuant to Va. Code §46.2-818.2. Staunton police officers do not need to obtain evidence that you were doing anything in particular on the phone or device like texting to prove a violation. This offense is a moving violation demerit point offense. A conviction will post to the driving record. However, there are exceptions. The hands free law does not apply to Staunton drivers who are lawfully parked or stopped, drivers reporting emergencies, and drivers using an amateur or citizens band radio.

Hit & Run Leave Scene of Staunton Accident Case DISMISSED

Our Staunton 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 a downtown 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 Staunton Judge agreed with our argument and dismissed the case.

Virginia Small Towns Like Staunton Are Famous for Being a Speed Trap

Speed traps are an area of the road that Staunton police officers heavily monitor to catch people speeding. Technically defined as an area of road where Staunton police officers hide in order to detect vehicles exceeding. Governing Magazine conducted a study that named Eight VA localities that heavily rely on fines from traffic cases. Staunton has a reputation for being a speed trap located along I-81 corridor.  Brunswick, Greensville, Eastville, Emporia, LaCrosse, Sussex, & Waverly made the list.  Out-Of-State motorists often find themselves the victim of this speed trap. Consult a top rated Staunton VA traffic lawyer before you plead guilty.

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9/10/2021 | Updated 2/12/2025

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