Spike in Speeding Tickets Amid COVID-19 Shutdown
Posted on March 30, 2021 by John
Because coronavirus has cleared up the California highways, more and more drivers see this as a rare opportunity to speed through the roads. In this time, one reckless driver reached up to 165 mph! Since the stay-at-home order took effect on March 19th, law enforcement officers have...
Should I Hire a Traffic Ticket Attorney?
Posted on March 16, 2021 by John
Typically, people decide to represent themselves in traffic court after deciding they’d like to contest their traffic tickets. However, it is beneficial to consider hiring a traffic attorney. Depending on the circumstances, some drivers won’t benefit from spending time and money hiring a lawyer. Yet, for many...
Is Traffic School Available for Commercial Drivers....
Posted on March 2, 2021 by John
If you possess a California commercial driver’s license, also known as a CDL, there are some crucial changes in state traffic laws that you should be aware of. Until just last year, CDL holders who got citations (including driving their personal vehicles) risked their jobs. Fortunately, CDL...
Is Reckless Driving a Felony or Misdemeanor....
Posted on February 16, 2021 by John
In California, reckless driving is considered a misdemeanor. As stated in the California Vehicle Code Section 23103, this is defined as “a person who drives a vehicle upon a highway in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving.”...
Does a Speeding Ticket Affect My CDL?
Posted on February 2, 2021 by John
Unfortunately for commercial driver's license (CDL) holders, they will face more severe consequences of a speeding ticket than regular drivers. Therefore, if you are a CDL holder, it is crucial to know the basics of speeding commercial driving violations, especially if it may lead to your CDL...
Coronavirus Relief for Court Debt
Posted on January 19, 2021 by John
In many criminal conviction cases, courts may require defendants to pay fines and court fees as part of their sentence. Some people also have to pay restitution for any victims suffering financial losses because of the crime. Those who receive probation may also have to pay probation-related...
