Allegations of serious traffic violations require immediate intervention from an attorney who knows how to protect your rights and negotiate the best possible result according to the facts and applicable law. Don't delay. Contact our firm today to schedule a consultation with an attorney who is experienced in handling traffic violations in your state.
Fighting Traffic Tickets in Mooresville, North Carolina
Even a minor speeding ticket can be the beginning to an accumulation of problems. From increased auto insurance rates to possible drivers license revocation, there are many consequences of a traffic violation. The lawyers at Whitfield & Mock, P.L.L.C. provide experienced legal representation to drivers throughout North Carolina who have received a traffic ticket. The following is general information regarding traffic violations. Call our firm today at 704-746-3362 or toll free at 1-888-340-3254 to arrange your free initial consultation.
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Our attorneys have more than 25 years of collective experience protecting the rights of North Carolina drivers. We are often able to negotiate traffic tickets to a lesser charge or obtain a dismissal.
Have you been charged with a traffic violation? Call Whitfield & Mock, P.L.L.C. at 704-746-3362 or toll free at 1-888-340-3254 to schedule your free initial consultation. You may also contact us online and someone will be in touch with you promptly.
Misdemeanor and Felony Traffic Offenses
Some traffic offenses are more serious than others and can result in penalties as serious as imprisonment. While a traffic infraction might be a minor matter if no one is hurt, the same incident can be a misdemeanor or felony if someone is hurt or killed or if there is serious property damage. Some specific traffic offenses, however, are considered serious violations on their own, such as drunk driving or operating a vehicle without a license. A person charged with a traffic-related crime should treat his or her situation seriously and contact an attorney at Whitfield and Mock, P.L.L.C. in Mooresville, North Carolina who can help to protect his or her legal rights.
Traffic Misdemeanors
Many traffic violations are classified as misdemeanors. Misdemeanors are less serious crimes, with penalties in most states including fines and imprisonment of a year or less. Although precise traffic offense classifications vary on a state-by-state basis, traffic misdemeanors usually include driving without insurance or without a license.
In most states, a person with a misdemeanor conviction retains many rights that a convicted felon may lose, including professional and voting privileges. Sometimes, a skilled lawyer may be able to "plead down" an offense from a felony to a misdemeanor, which may minimize the penalty.
Traffic Felonies
Felonies are the criminal justice system's most serious crimes, punishable in most states by more than a year of imprisonment. Examples of traffic felonies include repeat DUI/DWI convictions and vehicular homicide.
A convicted felon may lose the right to vote or to practice certain professions, such as law and teaching. Felons may be prohibited from owning guns or serving in the military. Some states have a "three strikes" law that may result in a life sentence upon a third felony conviction.
Conclusion
Traffic charges must be taken as seriously as any other criminal charges because they can impact the offender's life far into the future. In order to best protect the future, if you or someone you love has been charged with the commission of a traffic-related misdemeanor or felony, do not hesitate to contact an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys at Whitfield and Mock, P.L.L.C. in Mooresville, North Carolina.
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