Ohio & Pennsylvania: Defense of Traffic Violations
Traffic violations are criminal charges. Many times, we don't think about this, but a traffic violation can result in a misdemeanor criminal conviction and jail time.
You can also end up with a suspended driver's license and higher insurance rates if you unsuccessfully fight a traffic violation or speeding ticket.
At Betras, Maruca, Kopp, & Harshman, LLC, our criminal defense lawyers understand that a traffic violation can be just as serious to one client as a felony assault might be to another. Our attorneys handle defense of speeding tickets and other moving violations as full-fledged criminal cases, putting all the resources of our law firm into proving innocence or negotiating a fair and acceptable plea bargain.
Moving Violations and Commercial Driver's Licenses
If you drive for a living and get a speeding ticket, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The penalties for holders of commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) are much more severe — even if you were not working when you were cited.
Out-of-State Drivers and Traffic Violations
If you receive a speeding ticket while traveling through Ohio, you may be tempted to just pay the fine and accept any other penalty without fighting the ticket.
However, an experienced attorney may be able to defend you against the traffic violation without the need for you to come back to Ohio and appear personally in court.
If you get a speeding ticket on the New Jersey Turnpike or an Ohio interstate, the last thing you should do is ignore the ticket just because you're not from Ohio. The ticket will be enforced against you even though you are a resident of another state.
Free Initial Consultations ∙ Four Office Locations
At Betras, Maruca, Kopp, & Harshman, LLC, we offer every new client a free, and confidential, initial consultation — either in person or over the telephone.
Our main office is located in Canfield, Ohio, and we have branch offices in Niles, Sharon, PA and East Liverpool.
Call us today at 1-866-405-0428. Or, send us an e-mail to schedule an appointment.
