Your Advocates in Traffic Proceedings
If you have been charged with a traffic violation, you may be tempted to respond to the charges on your own, without an attorney. Many people, however, underestimate the seriousness of traffic charges and do not understand the laws that apply in these cases.
At Clark & Associates, based in Loudoun and Fairfax counties, we help clients throughout Northern Virginia defend against traffic charges. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation with a knowledgeable lawyer.
Responding to a Range of Traffic Accusations
Crowded local highways such as Interstate 66 (I-66), U.S. Route 15 and the Dulles Greenway are often the site of traffic stops for a range of alleged offenses. Among the traffic violations with which you can be charged under Virginia law are:
- Misdemeanor traffic violations: These offenses — including reckless driving, fleeing the scene of an accident and driving with a suspended license — can involve not only fines but also potential jail time, and a conviction will be listed on your permanent criminal record.
- Felony traffic violations: Certain traffic offenses, such as vehicular manslaughter, are felonies and can lead to very serious jail sentences, as well as major fines and a felony criminal record.
Whatever traffic charges you are facing, a skilled criminal defense attorney who makes all the necessary preparations for your defense may be able to get the charges dropped, obtain a plea bargain involving reduced consequences or win acquittal in court.
Contact us to get the criminal defense lawyers at Clark & Associates, on your side.
Taking Reckless Driving Charges Seriously
One thing that distinguishes Virginia from many other states is that reckless driving — which can include speeding under certain conditions — is a misdemeanor offense that could potentially lead to jail time.
Don't underestimate the potential impact of a reckless driving charge. We can help you understand the charges against you and explore all of your options for avoiding or reducing the consequences.
