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Common Traffic Offenses in Georgia

Georgia law covers a broad spectrum of traffic offenses, including both moving violations and non-moving violations, including:

• Speeding violations such as exceeding the speed limit or speeding in a construction zone
• DUI (Driving Under the Influence)
• Reckless driving such as excessive speeding, tailgating, or weaving in and out of traffic
• Running a red light or stop sign
• Driving without insurance
• Hit and Run (Leaving the Scene of an Accident)
• Driving with a suspended or revoked license

The Penalties of Traffic Offenses in Georgia

The consequences of a traffic violation can be severe, ranging from fines and points on your license to the suspension of your driving privileges and jail time. 

Some common penalties associated with traffic violations in Georgia include:

• Fines: Most traffic offenses come with a fine, which can vary depending on the offense. For example, a speeding ticket can cost anywhere from $50 to $200, while more serious offenses such as DUI or reckless driving can incur much higher fines.
• Points on Your Driving Record: In Georgia, points are added to your driving record for certain offenses. Accumulating too many points can lead to license suspension or revocation. 
• License Suspension or Revocation: If you accumulate too many points on your driving record or if you are convicted of certain serious offenses, your driver's license may be suspended or revoked. Depending on the offense, a license suspension can last anywhere from a few months to several years.
• Jail Time: For more severe traffic offenses such as reckless driving, DUI, or hit and run, jail time is a possibility. A conviction for a criminal traffic offense can result in anything from a few days to several years in prison, depending on the offense.
• Increased Insurance Rates: If you are convicted of a traffic violation, your auto insurance premiums may increase. Insurance companies often view drivers with traffic violations as higher-risk clients and charge them higher premiums as a result.

Georgia Point System for Traffic Offenses

Points are accumulated to your record for such offenses as speeding, red light violations, reckless driving and more. If you accumulate 15 points or more within a 24-month period, your license will be suspended. Points, as well as license suspension, will likely raise your auto insurance rates or even cause a potential insurance cancellation.

Points will remain on your record for a period of time, points are assigned to various traffic offenses including:

Building a Defense Strategy for Your Traffic Offenses

When facing a traffic offense charge, having an experienced traffic ticket attorney in Roswell by your side can significantly impact the outcome of your case. We will begin by carefully evaluating the evidence against you, such as police reports, witness statements, and any available traffic camera footage. We may find inconsistencies or issues with the evidence that could lead to reduced charges or even a dismissal.

If your charges are serious, our skilled attorney can also negotiate a plea deal with the prosecution to lower the penalties, such as reducing reckless driving charges to a lesser offense, which may result in a lower fine and fewer points on your driving record.

In the event your case goes to trial, we will provide strong representation in court, presenting your case, cross-examining witnesses, and arguing on your behalf. If you face the threat of license suspension due to accumulated points or a conviction, your traffic offenses attorney can help you fight to retain your driving privileges, possibly reducing points on your record or preventing a suspension altogether.

Contact Our Roswell Traffic Offenses Lawyers Now

With more than 50 years of combined experience, you can rest assured that our Roswell traffic ticket attorney can offer capable legal help in fighting your traffic offense. 

The Sherman Law Group can fight to protect your rights.