Red Light Tickets in Maryland
Silver Spring Traffic Ticket Lawyers
Traffic lights are in place to help protect drivers, pedestrians, and other people on the road. There are many various laws surrounding these lights that govern maneuvers such as right turns and protected turns. If you are found to be in violation of any of the laws surrounding traffic lights, then you could face fines and points against your driving record.
Should I fight my ticket?
If you have received a ticket for violating a red light, then you could face serious penalties. The most common type of citation that you could be issued if you ran a red light is a payable citation, which requires you to send the fine to a district court to settle the matter. It is important for you to think of this citation as a criminal charge, and you can fight and defend your case in court. If you pay the fine, however, it is essentially like pleading guilty in a criminal case.
The reasons why you may want to fight the ticket can include not wanting to incur an additional two points against your driving record or believing that the police officer was wrong and that you are being cited for something that you did not do.
Need a traffic ticket lawyer in Hagerstown, Frederick, or Silver Spring?
My team at The Law Office of David Cahn, LLC, understands that accidents happen and sometimes an honest mistake is made regarding a right turn on a green only, for example. Mistakes are made, and everyone deserves a chance to explain the situation. I am familiar with the various issues associated with being cited for a traffic offense, and I can provide you with skillful representation in your case if you choose to work with me.
Preserving your driving record and seeking justice can be of the utmost importance. If you are seeking either of these, you may greatly benefit from the assistance that I can provide. Call my firm today to discuss your case!