Columbia DUI and Traffic Violation Lawyer
If you have been charged with a serious traffic violation or DUI, you may fear the potential consequences of legal trouble. To be sure, the punishment you may face can be terrifying and can affect your career, relationships, reputation and wallet. With so much at stake, you need a truly dedicated and talented legal team at your service. At the Pennsylvania law firm of Todd K. Mohink, you get a lot. When you have legal issues related to DUI or other serious traffic issues, get in touchColumbia DUI and Traffic Violation LawyersSomeone with experience in these matters: Todd K. Mohink LLP
Howard County Transit Station Standards
Law enforcement agencies must have a lawful basis for any traffic stop. In other words, they must have observed that you are breaking the traffic rules or have a reasonable suspicion (RAS) that you were drunk. The Supreme Court defined RAS as "more than an early and vague suspicion or inkling."
In the case of a witnessed violation, such as speeding, the motivation to stop a motorist is clear. In the case of SAN, the officer must be able to explain the reason for the arrest with reasons, even under probable cause or a preponderance of the evidence standard.
Fifth Amendment Rights
We remind customers that they have the right to remain silent when questioned by the police. The Fifth Amendment protects people from incriminating themselves, and you can be sure that the police will be looking for anything they can find to support the charges against you. So be quiet and ask to speak with your attorney at Todd K. Mohink LLP.
Do I need to send proof?
But what about a breathalyzer or other test to check if you have been drinking or taking drugs? Recently, the State of Maryland has determined that refusal to take a blood alcohol or drug test can result in the loss of a driver's license for up to 270 days for the first offense and 2 years for the second offense. Conversely, if you take the exam and fail, you can lose your license for 180 days. But you should be aware that this test will be used as proof that you are drunk.
If we request and schedule an administrative hearing, your legal team can explain why your driving privileges should be restored. Alternatives to driving suspension may include installing an ignition interlock on your vehicle or allowing limited driving for specific purposes, such as commuting to and from work.
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Your future is at risk: don't let inexperienced or uncommitted amateurs help you. Put the experienced and tough lawyers at the Todd K. Mohink Law Firm to work for you. Call us today at 410-766-0113 for a confidential consultation with our Howard County DUI and traffic violation attorneys.
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FAQs
How long does a violation stay on your driving record in South Carolina? ›
Most infractions will remain on your record for approximately two years. However, it may be possible to remove points from your record in a shorter period than this.
How do you get out of a ticket? ›Contesting a traffic ticket usually requires the added time and effort of appearing in court. Sometimes, you can get off with a warning from the officer. Otherwise, your only option for getting out of a ticket is to challenge the citation in court.
Do you have to go to court for a speeding ticket in South Carolina? ›Does [s]he need to appear in court? In most cases, the ticket may be paid without an appearance, however, there are traffic charges that do require an appearance for traffic violations, regardless of age. If you have any questions regarding required appearances for traffic charges, call 864-467-6650.
Does South Carolina report speeding tickets other states? ›Yes. South Carolina and most other states report are members of the “Interstate Driver's License Compact,” which means that SC will report speeding tickets and other traffic offense convictions – including DUI (driving under the influence) and DUS (driving under suspension) - to your home state.
How to remove violations from driving record in South Carolina? ›- Wait it out. License points in South Carolina are reduced by one-half after one year. ...
- Fight the ticket in court. ...
- Take a state-approved defensive driving course. ...
- Avoid making traffic violations.
If you earn points on your record, they're reduced by half after one year from the violation date on the ticket. For example, if you received four points on your record in June, the points would be reduced to two points in June of the next year.