New Kent County Traffic Attorneys
(804) 355-8037
The Weiland Firm, PLC is a Virginia law firm which focuses on the defense of individuals charged with traffic offenses. Our firm concentrates in all areas of traffic defense in New Kent County, VA including driving under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, speeding, driving on a suspended license, driving without a license, and other Virginia traffic offenses. The attorneys in our office have a good working relationship with and understand the policies of the New Kent County District Court Judges, Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and police officers. The Weiland Firm, PLC has been successful in representing clients in traffic offenses in New Kent County for years.
If you were arrested or given a summons, please call one of our experienced lawyers at (804) 355-8037.
Individuals should carefully evaluate the qualifications of a traffic lawyer before selecting a firm to represent them in a traffic offense. The Weiland Firm, PLC has an extensive long term relationship representing clients in New Kent County and throughout Virginia. Make sure the attorney you hire is familiar with traffic offense laws and knows how to appropriately present your case in court. By way of example, did you know:
Reckless Driving by Speed: Reckless driving by speed is a class one misdemeanor in Virginia and is defined as 20 or more miles over the speed limit, or any speed over 85 miles per hour. Reckless driving carries 6 demerit points in Virginia and is also punishable by a possible fine (up to $2,500), suspension of your Virginia Driver’s license or privilege and the imposition of jail. Like a DUI, the Commonwealth of Virginia has the burden of proof to establish guilt. The Weiland Firm, PLC may examine the use of a police officer’s radar to determine if the officer has complied with statutory requirements. Our law firm is dedicated to helping you avoid a reckless driving criminal conviction, increased insurance premiums, license suspension, a jail sentence and the accumulation of excessive demerit points.
Reckless Driving – Accident: This charge involves failure to maintain control as a result of an accident. Our reckless driving lawyers are ready to pinpoint the most effective legal defense available to you, so we can help you avoid a criminal conviction, loss of your driving privileges, increased insurance premiums, and the accumulation of excessive demerit points. In Virginia, the mere occurrence of an accident does not mean the driver is guilty of reckless driving. Once again, the Commonwealth of Virginia has the burden of proof to establish the offense of reckless driving. Our New Kent County lawyers have won numerous reckless driving cases based upon the Commonwealth’s inability to establish the elements of the offense.
Speeding: Our attorneys are able to provide you with clear-cut advice on the implications of a speeding offense. As with reckless driving by speed, a speeding offense must be proved by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Your The Weiland Firm, PLC speeding attorney will review your case to identify possible defenses. Additionally, in certain speeding cases, your attorney may be able to eliminate the speeding offense upon completion of a court-approved defensive driving class. The Weiland Firm, PLC will identify the best way to help you avoid the accumulation of excessive demerit points and increased insurance premiums.
Driving on Suspended or Revoked License: Driving on a suspended or revoked license can carry stiff penalties, if you are convicted. We are ready to help you identify the reason for your license suspension and guide you through the process of getting your license reinstated.
DUI: A first offense DUI is a class one misdemeanor which carries certain statutory mandatory punishments. Depending upon the level of alcohol in the blood system, a DUI may carry mandatory jail time. Conviction of a first offense DUI also calls for a mandatory suspension of your Virginia driver’s license or privilege although you may be eligible for a restricted license. Often, the DUI lawyers at The Weiland Firm, PLC are able to successfully challenge the case based upon an improper stop by the police, an invalid arrest or a problem with the alcohol test. The discovery of such problems may result in a not guilty finding or reduction Call (804) 355-8037 to speak with one of our knowledgeable New Kent traffic attorneys regarding your charges. We will provide you with a clear-cut legal analysis of your case and a fee quote for handling your case.