Getting A Traffic Ticket is Stressful

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Getting A Traffic Ticket is Stressful

Getting a traffic ticket is always stressful and frustrating and for good reason. Suppose you have been caught committing a traffic violation. In that case, you can face some serious penalties for your traffic violations, penalties that accumulate and can follow you for years because they stay on your record. This means that many people decide not to pay their fine and assume they will take care of their ticket because there are other penalties besides the fine with traffic tickets. If you plead not guilty to your traffic ticket and have the case heard in court, you will need to contact an experienced traffic ticket lawyer to help you present a strong defense before the judge. Your traffic ticket case will be heard in front of a judge. But know that the police officer who wrote your ticket will also be in court telling their side of the story, and judges are often more willing to believe them than to believe someone who comes to court with superb legal representation. Most people who go to traffic court without a lawyer will lose their case. But calling a traffic ticket attorney will significantly improve your chances of having your ticket dismissed or at least having the penalties that go with it reduced.

What does your lawyer have that you don’t? Aside from experience handling traffic tickets and knowledge of the local courts, they will have the legal expertise to build a strong defense to counteract the story of the police officer, as well as access to the right kinds of evidence to support their argument. For example, they can show that the radar gun or traffic camera that caught you had a false reading or that the police officer operating the speed gun did not have the appropriate training. There are several other strong defenses for people accused of committing traffic violations, so call your lawyer in plenty of time before your court date to start preparing.

You may be wondering why going to court is worth your time. The simple reason is that the penalties for traffic violations will stick with you for years and have negative consequences. Except for DUIs, whatever violation you commit will usually have a fine associated with it and will also impact your auto insurance.

DUIs differ because the penalties are extremely harsh:

First offense:
Up to a $2,000 fine.
Up to 180 days in jail upon conviction, with three mandatory days.
Loss of driver’s license for up to a year.
Second offense:
Up to a $4,000 fine.
One month to a year in jail upon conviction.
Loss of driver’s license for up to two years.
Third offense:
A $10,000 fine.
Two to 10 years in prison.
Loss of driver’s license for up to two years.

Call your traffic ticket lawyer today if you decide these penalties are not worth facing. They can help create a strong defense when you go to court so you can face fewer harsh penalties or even avoid facing all of them by dismissing the ticket.

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Carabin Shaw – Accident Injury Lawyers

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Carabin Shaw – Accident Injury Lawyers Announces Relocation of San Antonio Office

San Antonio, [August 2023] – Carabin Shaw – Accident Injury Lawyers, a leading personal injury law firm in Texas, is excited to announce the relocation of its San Antonio office from its previous location on 630 Broadway, San Antonio, 78215 to a new and improved facility, located at the “old Creamery” 875 E Ashby Pl# 1100 San Antonio, Texas 78212
The move is part of the firm’s commitment to serve their clients better and provide enhanced legal representation in the San Antonio area.

The new office space, strategically located at 875 E Ashby Pl# 1100 San Antonio, Texas 78212, offers an upgraded and modern environment for clients and staff alike. With state-of-the-art facilities and expanded resources, Carabin Shaw is poised to continue delivering exceptional legal services to individuals and families who have suffered injuries due to accidents.

Carabin Shaw’s team of experienced attorneys remains dedicated to fighting for the rights of their clients and maximizing their compensation. Whether it’s a motor vehicle accident, workplace injury, medical malpractice, or any other personal injury matter, the firm’s attorneys have a proven track record of obtaining favorable client outcomes.

“We are thrilled to announce the relocation of our San Antonio office,” said James Michael Shaw, Managing Partner at Carabin Shaw – Accident Injury Lawyers. “This move represents our commitment to providing top-notch legal representation and support to our clients. The new office space allows us to enhance our services further and better accommodate the needs of those injured in accidents.”

Carabin Shaw’s new office location is easily accessible and conveniently situated [provide details about accessibility and nearby amenities]. Clients can expect the same professionalism, dedication, and personalized attention that Carabin Shaw has been known for during its thirty years of service to San Antonio.

As the firm settles into its new location, Carabin Shaw – Accident Injury Lawyers reaffirms its mission to provide compassionate and aggressive legal representation to those who have suffered injuries caused by the negligence of others. The firm remains committed to fighting for justice, holding responsible parties accountable, and obtaining fair compensation for their client’s physical, emotional, and financial losses.

For further information about Carabin Shaw – Accident Injury Lawyers and their services, please visit carabinshaw.com or their office at 875 E Ashby Pl# 1100 San Antonio, Texas 78212.

About Carabin Shaw – Accident Injury Lawyers:
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Speed Traps – Have You Been Caught

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Speed Traps – Have You Been Caught

Some towns have a reputation for being speed traps. It’s a fair guess that most of their revenue comes from traffic violations. Most smaller municipalities are highly dependent on traffic ticket income. It’s the way it is in America. If you haven’t caught on to this, you need to get out more.

This morning while driving, I passed a limousine that had been pulled over, presumably for speeding. The passengers are undoubtedly dissatisfied, and the driver may lose his job. Life on the road. Supposedly there is no discrimination, and you rarely see a limo pulled over. However, being a professional driver, he should know his stuff and understand that if he fights his case, he’s likely to walk with the ticket getting dismissed or at the least a reduction in fines and points. There are ways to get that ticket thrown out. The odds of getting the ticket dismissed are in favor of the driver. Just because you’ve received a ticket doesn’t mean you are automatically guilty. Here are six things to know when dealing with Traffic Court.

1. Do not send a fine by mail – for any traffic violation that will give you points. If you can mail in a fine or show up in Court, you must show up in person. By fighting for your cause in person, the Court will see your sincere interest in respecting the Law. Mailing in a fine for any traffic offense automatically puts guilt on you. Points are levied without contest.
2. Be prepared with the right questions. Write them out beforehand so you don’t miss anything. It would be easy to forget essential points without notes since it’s only natural to have a little case of nerves.
3. Attack the evidence, not the police officer. There are minor procedures that are often overlooked when a ticket is given.
Some officers forget to fill in a blank, wrongly date a ticket, or mistakenly put down misinformation. These minor things can get a ticket dismissed.4. You have more to lose than just money. If you are proven guilty, your insurance premiums will take a hit. Over the years, until the offense is rendered null and void, the surcharge on your insurance could add up to hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars.
5. You could lose your job. Making this an essential point to the Judge is critical. Losing your job depends on your work, but you could be in trouble if it involves a motor vehicle. Also, consider this when looking for future employment. If a position requires you to drive a vehicle your chances of landing the job could be in doubt. Potential employers will do a background check, and if your record shows – mainly a moving violation, don’t even bother to apply. You would be seen as a liability.
6. Be prepared and have a professional attitude. You can’t count on a dismissal, but by being prepared, you are, at the least, likely to get a reduced fine and points. There are several coaching resources to draw from to get traffic offenses dismissed but stay real. Just don’t drive irresponsibly. Even having the best legal counsel doesn’t justify putting anyone in harm’s way. Stay safe out there.

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