Traffic Tickets

A traffic ticket may seem like a minor inconvenience, but a conviction can have consequences that last long after you pay the fine. Points on your driving record can lead to increased insurance costs, license suspension, or even revocation. King Legal & Consulting, LLC provides traffic ticket defense throughout Mid-Missouri.

Julius A. King, Esq. represents drivers in Boone County, Callaway County, and Cole County who are facing traffic citations and related driving offenses.

Many people assume that their only choices are to pay the ticket or go to court and fight it themselves. That is not always the case.

An experienced traffic defense lawyer may be able to negotiate with the prosecutor to reduce the charge, reduce the consequences, or reach an agreement that prevents the ticket from being reported on your driving record, depending on the circumstances and what the prosecutor and court will permit.

The goal is not simply to make the ticket disappear. The goal is to pursue the best lawful outcome available while protecting your driving privileges and record.

Before you simply pay a citation, talk to an attorney about your options.

Every speeding ticket can potentially result in points being assessed against your Missouri driving record. The number of points depends on the type of violation and the circumstances of the case.

Points can accumulate over time. If you receive enough points within a specified period, Missouri law can impose increasingly serious consequences for your driver's license.

Depending on the number of points accumulated and the applicable time period, Missouri law provides for consequences including:

• 4 points in 12 months — You receive a warning advisory letter.

• 8 points in 18 months — Your driver's license can be suspended.

• 12 points in 12 months — Your driver's license can be revoked for one year.

• 18 points in 24 months — Your driver's license can be revoked for one year.

• 24 points in 36 months — Your driver's license can be revoked for one year.

The accumulation of points can turn what seems like a simple traffic ticket into a much bigger problem.

That is why it can be important to address a citation before it becomes another point on your record.

The number of points associated with a violation depends on the specific offense and circumstances. Examples include:

• Speeding ticket issued by a state officer: 3 points

• Speeding ticket issued by a local or municipal officer: 2 points

• Running a red light or stop sign: 2 points

• Careless and imprudent driving: 2 to 4 points

• First-offense DWI/DUI: 8 points

• Driving while suspended or revoked: 12 points

These points can add up quickly. A driver who already has points on their record may face substantially greater consequences from another conviction.

Because Missouri's point system and driving-record consequences can depend on the specific violation and your history, it is important to have your individual circumstances evaluated.

One of the most important reasons to speak with a traffic attorney is that you may have options other than simply pleading guilty and accepting the points.

Depending on the facts of your case, your attorney may be able to negotiate with the prosecutor for:

• A reduction to a lesser charge

• A resolution involving fewer or no points

• A disposition that does not result in the ticket being reported on your driving record

• Other favorable terms that may be available under the circumstances

There is no guarantee that a prosecutor or court will agree to a particular outcome. However, having an attorney evaluate your case can give you a better understanding of what may be possible.

King Legal And Consulting, LLC can help you evaluate and defend against many types of traffic-related charges, including:

• Speeding Tickets

• Reckless or Careless Driving

• DWI / DUI

• Driving While Suspended or Revoked

• No Insurance / Financial Responsibility Violations

• Running Red Lights or Stop Signs

• Failure to Yield

• Following Too Closely

• Leaving the Scene of an Accident

• Other Traffic Violations

If you received a citation that is not listed above, contact us to discuss your specific situation.

Your driving record can affect much more than your ability to legally operate a vehicle.

A conviction may result in:

• Points being added to your driving record

• Increased insurance premiums

• License suspension

• License revocation

• Employment problems

• Difficulty maintaining a commercial driver's license

• Additional consequences for future traffic violations

For people who depend on driving for their jobs, a traffic conviction can be especially serious.

A few minutes spent addressing a ticket now may help prevent much larger problems later.

Every traffic case has its own facts. Depending on the circumstances, we may examine:

• Why the traffic stop occurred

• The officer's observations

• Speed measurement methods and equipment

• Traffic and road conditions

• Dash-camera or body-camera footage

• Statements made during the stop

• The specific citation issued

• Your driving history

• Whether the officer and prosecution followed applicable procedures

• Other evidence relevant to the charge

We can then determine whether challenging the citation, negotiating with the prosecutor, or pursuing another resolution may be appropriate.

King Legal & Consulting, LLC represents drivers throughout Boone County, Callaway County, and Cole County.

Julius A. King, Esq. provides traffic defense representation in communities throughout Mid-Missouri, including:

• Boone County — Serving drivers in Columbia and throughout Boone County.

• Callaway County — Representing drivers throughout Callaway County, including the Fulton area.

• Cole County — Serving drivers in Jefferson City and throughout Cole County.

Whether you received a speeding ticket, have accumulated points, or are facing a more serious traffic offense, we can help you understand your options.

Your citation contains important information about your case, including the alleged violation and court date. Ignoring a ticket can create additional legal problems, including potential failure-to-appear consequences.

Instead of simply paying the ticket and accepting whatever consequences follow, contact an attorney first.

Call King Legal And Consulting, LLC at 573-200-6895 to speak with Julius A. King, Esq. about your traffic ticket.

Don't let a traffic ticket become a bigger problem. Protect your driving record and explore your options before you pay.