When it comes to the laws of traffic there are two types of violations a driver can receive. There are moving violations and criminal traffic violations.
A moving violation is an offense in which the driver receives a ticket with a fine to pay, such as speeding, running a red light, running a stop sign, or making an improper pass. After a driver pays their fine the moving violation punishment is over with, unless it results in a suspended license. On the other hand, a criminal traffic violation results in the driver receiving, at minimum, a misdemeanor offense on their record as well as heavy consequences, such as large fines, suspended license, community service, and jail time.
Common criminal traffic violations are:
A criminal traffic violation is a crime and will be handled in a court of law. The majority of criminal traffic violation offenders receive their court date on the bottom of their ticket that was issued by the police officer when the crime took place; this is to say that the driver was not arrested. For violations such as driving under the influence, driving with a suspended license, and reckless driving, it is common for the officer to arrest the driver immediately when charged with one of these crimes.
Aside from common traffic violation consequences, such as fines, points on a driver’s license, and increase in insurance rates, criminal traffic violations add on to the consequences and can end up costing a person thousands of dollars.
Criminal traffic violations are likely to result in an immediate license suspension or an immediate arrest. The offender will have to appear in court on their assigned court date andsubmit their plea, whether they plead guilty, not guilty, or no contest. If the accused individual does not appear on their said court date, a warrant will most likely be issued for their arrest. If the accused individual decides to fight their case then the case will go to trial unless a different arrangement has been made or a settlement offer has been accepted.
A criminal traffic violation is a double edged sword as it will damage a person’s driving record as well as their personal criminal record. When it comes to laws of traffic it is important for an accused driver to understand that there are numerous ways that the violation received may not be their fault. Most criminal traffic violations are based on the proof that the officer on the scene of the crime can provide. Many times, the officer does not have sufficient proof and it is only their opinion that they go by. Criminal traffic violations should be fought by an experienced criminal defense attorneybecause the amount of money that the accused individual will have to pay will most likely amount to more than what the accused individual will have to pay for good legal counsel.
We here at Finebloom, Haenel& Higgins have fought thousands of cases regarding criminal traffic violations. We encourage you to find an experienced and knowledgeable attorney to help you fight and win your case. We have over 30 years of experience in criminal law and can help you to understand the law, what your options are, and help you come up with a strong defense. Call us today at 1-800-FIGHT-IT (1-800-344-4848).
Attorney David A. Haenel, renowned in Florida for his excellent record in criminal defense, DUI, and traffic ticket cases, and has been delivering favorable outcomes for his clients since 2000. With a law degree and a Master of Law in criminal law, his background includes a notable tenure as the State of Florida DUI Prosecutor of the Year
