Leesburg Traffic Defense Lawyers

Attorneys Defending Against Traffic Violations and License Suspensions in Leesburg, Virginia

For Virginia drivers, traffic violations can lead to significant consequences, including fines, increased insurance premiums, and even the suspension of your driver’s license. For more serious offenses like reckless driving or driving under the influence (DUI), penalties may include jail time and long-term repercussions for your driving record.

Whether you are facing a minor traffic ticket or a serious criminal traffic charge, a knowledgeable attorney can help navigate the legal process and minimize the impact of the charges on your life. Whitlock Law, LLC provides skilled legal representation to help clients defend against traffic violations and protect their driving privileges.

Types of Traffic Violations in Virginia

Virginia law covers a wide range of traffic offenses. Whitlock Law, LLC defends clients against various types of traffic violations, including:

Speeding Tickets: Violations of speed limits can result in fines, demerit points, and potential insurance rate increases. Penalties may be higher in cases of excessive speeding or if a person is accused of speeding in a construction or school zone.
Reckless Driving: This serious misdemeanor offense and may include actions such as driving 20 miles per hour or more over the speed limit or driving in a manner that endangers others. Convictions can result in fines of up to $2,500 and jail time of up to 12 months.
Driving Without a Valid License: Operating a vehicle after a driver’s license suspension or revocation can result in fines, potential jail time, and the possibility of your vehicle being impounded.
DUI: Operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher or while impaired by drugs or alcohol can lead to criminal charges and other serious consequences. Penalties for a first offense can include fines and license suspension. Subsequent offenses carry harsher penalties.
Commercial Vehicle Violations: Drivers of commercial vehicles are held to higher standards, and can face severe penalties for violations such as exceeding weight limits, operating without the proper licensing, or committing traffic infractions while on duty. These violations can impact your ability to work in the transportation industry.

Virginia's Demerit Points System

Virginia uses a points system that can lead to penalties for those who commit multiple traffic violations. When you commit a traffic offense, points are added to your driving record based on the severity of the violation. The points assessed for different violations include:

Three-Point Violations: Minor infractions, such as speeding by less than 10 miles per hour, improper passing, or failing to obey a traffic sign.
Four-Point Violations: Moderate offenses, such as speeding by 10 to 19 miles per hour, failure to yield the right of way, tailgating, or failing to obey railroad crossing signals.
Six-Point Violations: Serious violations, including reckless driving, DUI, manslaughter while operating a vehicle, and driving after your license has been suspended or revoked.

For drivers over the age of 18, multiple traffic violations that result in a large number of demerit points may lead to penalties. After accumulating 12 points in one year or 18 points in two years, a person will be required to attend a driver improvement clinic. 18 points in one year or 24 points in two years will result in a 90-day driver's license suspension, and a driver improvement clinic must be completed before your license will be restored.

Drivers under the age of 18 will face penalties based on the number of violations rather than their total number of demerit points. They will be required to take a driver improvement clinic after committing their first violation. A second violation will lead to a 90-day license suspension. After a third violation, their license will be revoked for one year or until they reach the age of 18.

Contact Our Leesburg Traffic Violation Attorneys

Traffic violations can have a lasting impact on your driving privileges and your future. Whether you are facing a minor infraction or a serious criminal charge, Whitlock Law, LLC can provide you with skilled legal representation to help you resolve these issues and maintain a valid driver's license. We will work with you to challenge the basis of a traffic violation, determine whether procedural errors occurred, or negotiate reduced penalties. Our goal is to help you avoid issues that could affect your life, your family, and your finances. Contact us at 703-576-5005 to get in touch with us and set up a free consultation.

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