Wheaton Traffic Violations Attorneys

Traffic Violation Lawyers Defending Clients in DuPage County

Most drivers have been pulled over by police officers at some point in their lives. While these situations can be troublesome, they may not seem to be serious, and in some cases, drivers may even receive warnings and be able to avoid any consequences. However, if a police officer believes that a person violated traffic laws, they may issue a traffic ticket. While accepting that they have committed an offense and paying a fine may seem to be the easiest course of action for some drivers, doing so is not always a good idea, and in some cases, it may be necessary to contest traffic violations.

There are a variety of serious consequences that may apply for those who are convicted of traffic violations. In some cases, drivers may be charged with misdemeanors or felonies. Even an infraction that seems to be minor, such as speeding, may lead to the loss of driving privileges in some cases. At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, we assist clients in dealing with all types of traffic offenses. We know how serious traffic cases can be, and we offer clients professional representation in these matters.

Consequences of Traffic Violations

Most traffic violations are lesser offenses that are handled informally by the Illinois Secretary of State. Even these lesser offenses, however, can be costly if they are not handled properly. Moving violations can result in expensive fines, points on your license, and even license suspension or revocation. Three convictions for moving violations within a 12-month period will result in the suspension of your driver's license. The length of the suspension will depend on the number of points on your record, and offenses that are considered to be more serious will incur high point values and more serious penalties. For drivers who are under 21, two moving violation convictions in a 24-month period will trigger a license suspension. Additionally, traffic violations can cause your insurance premiums to increase significantly.

More serious traffic offenses, such as those involving injury to a person or destruction of property, may result in criminal charges. The penalties for these charges can involve significant jail time and costly fines. At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, our attorneys are skilled negotiators and litigators experienced in handling traffic cases. With our knowledge of the Illinois Vehicle Code and our experience defending against criminal charges, we can help clients address multiple types of violations, including:

• Speeding tickets
• Reckless driving
• Driving with a suspended or revoked license
• Driving without insurance
• Failure to stop
• Disobeying traffic signs or signals
• Improper lane usage
• Illegal passing
• Following too closely (tailgating)
• Seat belt violations
• Leaving the scene of an accident
• Texting while driving
• And more

We can advise you on the best defense strategies to help prevent the loss of your driver's license or other penalties. In some cases, we may be able to challenge a police officer's testimony and show that they did not have a valid reason to pull you over or that they should not have issued a traffic ticket. In others, we may be able to question whether the equipment used by police officers was calibrated correctly, and faulty or inconsistent readings may allow us to argue that a violation should be dismissed.

If you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges based on alleged violations of traffic laws, we will help you determine the best ways to avoid a conviction, or we may be able to negotiate an agreement that will allow you to avoid serious penalties. Regardless of the severity of the charges against you or the circumstances involved in your case, we will provide you with effective legal representation and help you resolve these matters successfully.

Contact Our DuPage County Traffic Ticket Defense Lawyers

Our skilled traffic violation attorneys can explain the ramifications of your traffic offense and help you avoid a costly conviction. If you have been cited or charged with a traffic violation, contact us at 630-665-7300 to learn how our attorneys can help you. Located in Wheaton, Illinois, we handle traffic cases in DuPage, Kendall, and Will Counties.