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Some drivers think they do not need a traffic lawyer for their Wytheville 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 Wytheville law enforcement officers who issue traffic tickets. This local knowledge can prove to be invaluable in deciding how to defend against a traffic ticket.

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

Wytheville Virginia Traffic Courts Are Adversarial By Design

If you have been accused of a Wytheville VA traffic violation, then your case will eventually be set for trial before the General District Court in Wytheville. Trials are adversarial in nature. This involves a structured and formalized dispute between the defense and the Wytheville 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 Wytheville 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 Wytheville VA can help you with your traffic violation.

Out of State Driver Retain Top Rated Traffic Lawyer Wytheville VA

The Town of Wytheville is located along the I-81 & I-77 corridors. Millions of travelers use these highways. Out-of-state drivers must defend their Wytheville 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 Wytheville VA community. In many instances, we can motion to waive our client’s appearance so that our client does not have to return to Wytheville VA for the trial. Let our traffic ticket lawyers in Wytheville review your case!

Experienced Wytheville 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. Wytheville law enforcement and State Troopers aggressively enforce these traffic laws. Most Wytheville 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 Wytheville Virginia Traffic Lawyers

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

Fail to Move Over for Wytheville Stationary Vehicle Traffic Violation

Virginia code 46.2-861.1 requires the driver of any motor vehicle in Wytheville 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 Wytheville 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 Wytheville is a Traffic Violation

Wytheville 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 Wytheville 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 Wytheville Police

A Virginia Uniform Summons is the legal document issued by Wytheville 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 traffic ticket. We can help!

I-81 Wytheville VA Reckless Driving REDUCED to No Points

Our Wytheville traffic attorneys represented a client from North Carolina accused of criminal misdemeanor reckless driving based on speed evidence in excess of 20 mph over the posted speed limit on Interstate 81 in Wytheville Virginia. A conviction would have drastic consequences. We convinced the Judge to find our client, NOT GUILTY, as charged. Unfortunately, the Judge was unwilling to dismiss the case. However, we convinced the Wytheville Judge to reduce the matter to the lowest offense possible, called defective equipment. This is a no points nonmoving violation.

Wytheville VA Suspended Driver’s License Traffic Case DISMISSED

Our Wytheville VA traffic attorneys represented a client who was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license in violation of Va. Code 46.2-301 – a criminal misdemeanor with harsh penalties. 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 Wytheville Judge dismissed the case.

Reckless Driving Speeding 85+ mph Traffic Case NOT GUILTY

Our Wytheville VA traffic attorneys represented a client from North Carolina who was pulled over on Interstate 77. 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. We persuaded the Wytheville Court why it should not find our client guilty of a criminal misdemeanor. The Judge agreed and found our client not guilty of criminal misdemeanor reckless driving.

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6/30/2021 | Updated 8/27/2024

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