Traffic Violations in Raleigh, NC   

A traffic violation is any violation of the law committed by the driver of a vehicle.  It is classified as a moving violation when the car is in motion, and as a “nonmoving” violation when the car is stationary (most commonly, a parking ticket).  Among moving traffic violations, speeding tends to be the most common.  Other common moving   Raleigh traffic violations include the following:

• Parking illegally, such as in a temporary zone or a bus zone, or in a handicapped space without the appropriate sticker on your windshield
• Turning or changing lanes without using the turn signal
• Driving a vehicle without headlights, taillights, or turn signals that function properly
• Hitting a pedestrian or another vehicle
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Driving faster than the designated speed limit

Penalties for Raleigh Traffic Violation

The fines for any traffic violation in Raleigh can be very high; they also count as strikes against your driving safety record.  If you incur too many strikes within a short period of time, your insurance premiums can increase dramatically.  Of course, the severity of a penalty for a Raleigh traffic ticket violation depends on the type of violation and the state in which it occurred.  

Traffic violations in Raleigh are generally divided into two types: minor and major.  Minor violations include those that do not require a court appearance, such as a parking ticket or a speeding ticket.  Common repercussions for minor traffic violations might include the following:

• Temporary suspension of driver’s license
• Enrollment in and completion of traffic school
• A heavy fine

Major traffic violations constitute more serious moving violations, such as reckless driving or deserting the scene of an accident.  Drunk-driving is a category unto itself.  Punishment for major violations or drunk driving include:

• Imprisonment or probation
• Increased insurance premiums
• Temporary or permanent suspension of driving privileges

Legal Advice for Traffic Violations

If you have received a Raleigh traffic violation ticket, it is important to explore your options before you pay a heavy fine or appear in court. The hard-working attorneys at the Law Offices of Robert J. Willis will work hard to give you the fair legal treatment you deserve.  Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation.