Michigan Traffic Ticket Attorney

The next time you get a ticket, the prosecutor may be less likely to negotiate a favorable agreement because of your prior record. By contesting each and every traffic ticket, you increase your odds of maintaining a good driving record and, as a result, the lowest possible insurance rates.

GET HELP DEFENDING YOUR MICHIGAN TRAFFIC TICKET

Put my experience defending Michigan traffic tickets to work for you. As a Michigan attorney, I have 20 years of legal experience including trials and hearings.  I know that Michigan traffic tickets attorneys must handle these cases diligently for reasonable fees.  This is what you can expect.

HOW A MICHIGAN TRAFFIC LAWYER CAN HELP YOU

I will try to negotiate a favorable plea that avoids or reduces points and is not reported to the Secretary of State. This can help avoid insurance rate hikes. If a favorable plea is not possible due to the circumstances, then a formal hearing can be held which is similar to a trial. At the hearing, I will ask you questions to establish your case, cross-examine the police officer and argue on your behalf. The Judge will then determine whether you are responsible for the Michigan traffic ticket.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT MICHIGAN TRAFFIC TICKETS

POINTS STAY ON YOUR RECORD FOR TWO YEARS

Most traffic ticket convictions result in points added to your permanent driving record. Points stay on your record for two years.

TOO MANY POINTS PUTS LICENSE AT RISK

Accumulating too many points within a 2-year period may cause the Secretary of State to restrict, suspend or revoke your drivers license. Further, certain violations (drunk driving and reckless driving) will result in license sanctions such as restrictions and suspension.

REPORTED TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE

Most traffic convictions are reported to the Secretary of State. Your insurance company may review these records.

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INSURANCE-RATE HIKES

Traffic ticket convictions often result in significant rate hikes, since your insurer may view you as a higher risk.

CIVIL INFRACTIONS

Many common Michigan traffic offenses are classified as civil infractions and are not considered a crime. Examples of civil infractions are:

• Speeding
• Careless driving
• Failure to signal
• Improper lane use
• No turn on red
• Failure to stop in the assured clear distance
• Disobey traffic device and stop sign
• Improper turn

Since a civil infraction is not a crime, you are entitled to a hearing in front of a Magistrate or Judge. You do not have the right to a jury trial. The prosecutor must prove the case by a preponderance of the evidence (not beyond a reasonable doubt as in a criminal case).

CRIMINAL OFFENSES

Some Michigan traffic offenses are crimes. Drunk driving, Driving Without a License and Reckless Driving are common examples. You are entitled to a jury trial and the prosecution must prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt.

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MICHIGAN LOCATIONS SERVED
As Michigan traffic ticket attorney, I handle cases in the SE Michigan metro area including Novi, Farmington Hills, Livonia, Southfield, Northville, Plymouth, Canton, Westland, Romulus,and Wayne.