Traffic Tickets
Receiving a traffic ticket in North Carolina may not seem like a serious issue. Traffic tickets, however, can impact your driving record and can be expensive ordeals. If not handled properly, insurance premiums can be increased. Citations are issued to individuals who are found speeding or violating specific traffic laws. Rather than taking you into custody, a citation will order you to appear in court at a set time and on a specific date. In most cases, you can plead guilty, pay fines, and waive your appearance in court.
Citations for a traffic violation can be issued for various types of offenses, including:
- Speeding
- Running a red light
- Tailgating
- Drunk driving
- Reckless driving
- Unsafe lane changes
- Passing in a no pass zone
In Duplin County, there are speed traps along I-40 and Highway 24 that often result in tickets. No matter what the circumstance, you will have to face frustrating tasks and pay heavy expenses. Rather than pleading guilty, our office can help you resolve your case in the best way possible. As you proceed through the process, we can explain your options and be your guide through each step. When appropriate, we can help you contest your charges and avoid the penalties associated with your charge. During a case evaluation, we can discuss the option of a plea bargain or pursuing aggressive actions in court. If not handled in the proper manner, handling a traffic citation is complex and can be a costly endeavor. Prior to making a definite decision, you should consider your options and schedule a free case evaluation. If you choose to have our office assist you with the legal aspects of your case, your situation can be resolved in the most cost-efficient manner possible. We are committed to pursuing effective resolutions to each case to avoid the negative impact that can result on your driver’s license and insurance premium.
Contact the Law Office of Justin B. Hunter today to learn how we can fight your ticket!
You may be asking yourself, “why shouldn’t I just take care of this myself? It’s just a traffic ticket.” Here are three reasons why you shouldn’t:
- Paying court costs can be only a small part of the expense. Even a minor traffic ticket can cause your insurance premium to skyrocket;
- Just paying off your ticket or having it reduced can cause your license to be revoked; and
- You will have to personally appear in court and spend what can be an entire day there.