Common moving violations include speeding, running a red light or stop sign, driving with an expired license or without auto insurance. If you receive a traffic ticket or citation for a moving violation, you often have the option to pay the stated fine, or to appear in court on the date and time you are required to appear. A traffic citation should be taken seriously. Letting a traffic ticket go unpaid or failing to appear in court can result in the suspension of your driver’s license, additional fines, and even a warrant for your arrest.
What You Should Know About Moving Violations
Receiving a citation for a moving violation does not mean that you are guilty of the offense. Just paying the fine is the same as pleading guilty in court, however, and may make driving more costly to you for some time. The Kansas point system accumulates points to your license for many moving violations, and assesses more points for moving violations resulting in an accident. Points on your driving record may cause your auto insurance rates to go up considerably for several years.
Why Hire a Traffic Court Attorney?
Hiring an attorney to defend you in court may be your best option to fight your traffic ticket, keep points off your driving record, and keep your auto insurance rates from skyrocketing.
As an experienced traffic lawyer that is familiar with the applicable Kansas law and court procedures, we will give you the best chance for winning your case. With skillful representation, many traffic cases result in dismissal or in pleading down to a nonmoving violation with a reduced fine, leaving your driving record intact.