Traffic Ticket Convictions in North Carolina
A traffic violation conviction can lead to a lot more adverse consequences than you may realize.
In North Carolina a conviction for a traffic violation can lead to:
- Points on your driving record.
- Driver’s license suspension.
- Increase in your car insurance rates.
Points
If you happen to be convicted of a traffic violation in North Carolina , points will undoubtedly be added to your driving record .
A build up of points can result in :
- Being placed in a driver improvement clinic if you have received 7 points.
- Having your driver’s license suspended if you have gained 12 points within 3 years.
The following are examples of some typical violations and their related point values :
- Aggressive driving – 5 points.
- Reckless driving – 4 points.
- Illegal passing – 4 points.
- Following too closely – 4 points.
- Red-light violation – 3 points.
- Speeding over 55 MPH – 3 points.
- Driving without insurance – 3 points.
- Driving through a safety zone – 3 points.
Your traffic ticket attorney can certainly help defend you against any of these charges and a few other traffic violations .
Driver’s License Suspensions
Numerous severe traffic violations will come with a required suspension or revocation of your driver’s license .
Some examples of these violations include:
- Racing.
- Hit and run.
- DWI/DUI
- Simultaneous speeding and reckless driving.
These charges are extremely severe and you should particularly think about hiring a legal representation to help defend yourself against them.
