Speeding tickets are a common issue for many drivers in Illinois. Misconceptions about these tickets can lead to unnecessary stress and confusion. Here, we debunk some common myths and present the facts to help you understand your rights and options. Myth 1: You can’t contest a speeding ticket Fact: You can contest a speeding ticket…
Continue reading ›Traffic violations can be stressful, especially when rushing your child to the hospital. While the law generally doesn’t excuse speeding or other traffic offenses, there may be ways to defend your actions in court. Understanding your rights and the concept of necessity can help you build a strong case. Can the “necessity defense” apply to…
Continue reading ›As you drive through Springfield, you might not think about the traffic violations you could face. However, knowing the difference between moving and non-moving violations can help avoid fines, license points and insurance increases. Let’s explore this important distinction and its effects on Illinois drivers. What are moving and non-moving violations? The main difference between…
Continue reading ›Imagine this: You’re driving home when, suddenly, flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror. A police officer hands you a ticket for failing to obey a traffic signal. Your stomach drops as you consider the potential impact on your wallet and driving record. But before resigning to pay the fine, know you have options. Traffic…
Continue reading ›When we think about traffic tickets, we think about tickets we get while driving. However, in Illinois, traffic laws extend beyond motorists to include pedestrians and cyclists. Both pedestrians and cyclists can receive tickets for various offenses, such as failing to yield, disregarding traffic signals or impeding traffic flow. Understanding these regulations is crucial for…
Continue reading ›If you have been stopped by an officer in Springfield and given a traffic citation, it was likely based on the officer’s observations of your driving. The officer typically will put their observations into writing as part of the citation, generally claiming that you were driving recklessly or unsafely or violating a traffic law. However,…
Continue reading ›Most of our readers in Illinois have probably received a traffic ticket of some kind. Speeding tickets are common, but so are others, like tickets for broken turn signals, taillights or headlights. When people get these tickets, they usually just pay the fine and move on. However, if you get too many traffic tickets your…
Continue reading ›For many Illinois residents, a traffic ticket is little more than an inconvenience. They get the ticket, pay the fine and forget about it. For others, a traffic ticket can be a much more serious matter. For a driver who has a lot of points on their record, a new traffic ticket could mean having…
Continue reading ›When a new year begins and lawmakers are seated in Illinois, it is inevitable that they will try to implement new laws. Many are safety related. Specifically, road dangers have become a prominent issue, especially when it comes to children. Speeding in school zones is a problem. It puts kids in jeopardy and law enforcement…
Continue reading ›People who live in the Springfield area or who are just passing through might wind up with a traffic ticket. In most cases, traffic tickets seem relatively easy for police to write and prosecutors to prove. Especially if someone does not live around Springfield, fighting the ticket might seem hardly worth it, at least at…
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