Serious Traffic Violations Can Ruin Your Life
Serious Traffic Violations Can Ruin Your Life
There are many different types of traffic offenses in the United States. Illegal parking, driving at night without headlights, making illegal turns, taking the right of way from another driver, driving vehicles without functioning turn signals or brake lights, and many other offenses are committed by many drivers, but these are relatively minor.
Very serious offenses like speeding, driving under influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs, reckless homicide and driving while a license is suspended may entail severe punishment. All these offenses, if not defended properly by the services of an experienced law firm, can ruin the life of the driver.
Speeding is an offense all by itself. However, when a driver is speeding they begin to commit other offenses as well, such as wrong lane changing and failure in displaying signals. Unfortunately speeding often culminates in an accident. If you are involved in an accident, and were not speeding, it will be considered as a plus point on your side. If you want to stay out of trouble you should always remain within the speed limits permitted on the roads you drive.
Driving after excessive consumption of alcohol is a major cause of road accidents in the United States and is looked upon as a very serious offense. In some states, anyone charged with DUI is liable to remain in jail for up to one year. Such a conviction may result in a license revocation for up to two years.
Another traffic law violation considered to be serious, is driving while your license is suspended. Many people do not realize it, but in some states a person can lose their license for several reasons other than a serious traffic violation. These things include seemingly unrelated causes like failure to pay child support, or the non-payment of a court fine. Refusal to undergo a chemical test when arrested for DUI or failure in the test itself may cause suspension.
When a driver kills a person with his vehicle unintentionally, it becomes a reckless homicide. As you might have expected, the gravity of the offense increases if speeding is involved. Anyone convicted on such a charge is not just faced with criminal liability alone. The criminal case is sure to be followed by a civil law suit for compensation to the victims. If the offender is not sufficiently covered by insurance, the civil claim can be enough to ruin that person.
These charges are serious and one of the first things you should do when you are charged with any traffic offense is consult with an experienced traffic lawyer or DUI attorney. This is especially the case if you feel you have been unfairly charged with an offense. A skillful lawyer will not only help you out of the case, but also will help you win compensation for the false charges inflicted upon you.
Even if the charges seem to be daunting, professionals have many techniques for lessening your punishment. One tactic is proving that the evidence is unclear, incomplete and faulty. Another is to obtain witness statements which can be brought forward to prove you are not guilty as charged. Lawyers can also call for scientific tests and the testimony of reputable mechanics to prove the reliability or unreliability of the vehicles involved.…
Lawyers Lay the Foundation of Any Society
Lawyers Lay the Foundation of Any Society
Law means the rules and legislative department of the country. It involves a wide range of terminologies, as the rules that are designed by one government are different from the other. Every country has its unique and special regulations and rules that are implemented by them. The policies and strategies are made by experts and qualified people. One who studies and acquires knowledge relating to law, attorney, counsel, etc. The lawyers are privileged persons in a country that ought to counsel the citizens about legal and lawful affairs. The world is getting very restricted anyone who commits a crime has to face a punishment. Criminals are not free to commit sins now they are bound by law and are fined and have to suffer imprisonment according to their crime. In the past there was hardly any law practiced in the country people have to suffer and the legal jurisdictions were not defined properly.
Different countries have fussy believes towards law. Everyone has its own priorities regarding the practice of laws and rules. England is known as the mother of common law. Different Islamic countries design their laws and policies according to “SHARAH” that means according to Islamic principles. One of the common examples of practicing Islamic rules is Saudi Arabia. The lawyers are of different types according to their specializations like criminal lawyers, family lawyers, civil lawyers, business lawyers, etc. If you are looking for a lawyer regarding your family problems or business disputes you must be very careful because choosing a wrong person may spoils your business goodwill that is the only asset of a reputed business. There are various lawyers in our country that only deals with local cases but if approach them if must conduct a thorough interview in order to get aware about their skills and tact’s.
It is the lawyer who makes you win or lose in a case. The lawyers who demands higher consultation fee in the initial stages may cost you very much. Before selecting lawyers for your trouble a thorough examination of his background must be taken into consideration. The success rate must be properly found to avoid any misunderstanding in the future. There are many business houses that hire the services of professional lawyers regarding their legal proceeding. During liquidation, winding up, or formation of a business firm it is required to hire a lawyer for all the legal affairs. A lawyer provides you an ultimate solution for all your legal matters.
Lawyers firms are also established in different countries that supplies you their services according to your desires. Criminal cases are often seen in a higher proportion in third world countries like Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, etc because the implementation of laws in less as compared to other developed countries. The laws are formed to give justice to the entire society without any discrimination of poor and rich.…
What Are My Rights Part 2
What Are My Rights Part 2
Many people do not know precisely what their rights are when it comes to encounters with law enforcement. What should you do if you are approached on the street? What if it’s in your car? What happens if you are arrested? In this second article we will discuss the dos and don’ts of being stopped in your car, what you are required to do, and what law enforcement officers are allowed to do.
When you are stopped, be sure to keep your hands where the officer can see them. You are required to produce documents of license and registration and proof of insurance if asked for them. As discussed in part one, the officers may ask you questions, and may even have you and your passengers step out of the car and separate you to ask the questions, but no one has to say anything. Most importantly the police cannot search your car without your consent, unless they have probable cause to believe you were involved in a crime, or there is evidence of a crime in your car. Your refusal to allow a search of your car cannot be taken as a basis for suspicion.
Let’s talk a little about WHY you were pulled over. If you were not speeding too badly it is probably just a civil citation. However if any of the following conditions existed, you could be facing a class 3 misdemeanor. A) Driving at speeds exceeding 85 mph anywhere in the state could land you a criminal speeding ticket or B) Driving over 35mph approaching a school crossing or C) exceeding the posted speed limit by 20mph or if no speed limit is posted exceeding 45mph.
The criminal speeding offense carries a maximum penalty of 30 days in jail and up to a $500 dollar fine. Licenses can also be suspended, points against license, driving school, and other penalties as imposed by the MVD.…
Five Most Common Traffic Offences And How To Avoid Them
Five Most Common Traffic Offences And How To Avoid Them
There are many different kinds of traffic violations that you should avoid. Becoming aware of these offences will ensure that you are abiding by the law and will help you prevent being prosecuted by law. Below are some of the most common driving mistakes that can get you in jail:
Dangerous Driving
This offence is committed when the driver uses unsafe driving practices that result in damage or loss of property, life and resources. In many countries, this is considered as a crime and therefore punishable by lengthy prison sentences. This can be avoided by taking driving lessons, staying on the safe side of the road at all times, and obeying traffic lights.
Driving Under The Influence
This violation happens when a driver chooses to drive a vehicle despite the fact that he is under the heavy influence of alcohol or drugs. According to traffic statistics, majority of accidents occur as a direct or indirect result of driving under the influence of liquor and drugs. The important thing to do in order to avoid this offence is to stay away from booze before driving, and avoid using any kind of unlawful substances.
Negligent Driving
This is the failure to exercise the degree of care and attention which a reasonable and prudent driver would exercise in any given circumstance. To avoid this, one must be thoroughly observant with the traffic situation and adjust accordingly in order to avoid accidents.
Over-speeding
The speeding limit depends on the country, state and city where you belong. However, the general rule is that you should avoid over-speeding at all times. Always keep track of how fast you are going, especially in public highways. Many professional drivers fall under this violation every now and then because they are not looking at their speed meters due to absent-mindedness. The simple solution is to be constantly mindful of how fast you are going.
Driving Without A License
In many countries, this is considered as a criminal offence and is categorized alongside theft, fraud and falsification of information. The way to avoid this violation is to simply get rid of being hard-headed. If you really have an emergency and you need to get into a car to reach your destination, have a friend drive you over instead of doing so yourself.
The penalty for these traffic offences vary from country to country. Wherever you reside, you must always take responsibility for your actions on the road. Doing so will ensure that you are always free from criminal charges.…
Criminal Lawyers – Criminal Defence Strategies
Criminal Lawyers – Criminal Defence Strategies
Criminal courts dispense justice following technical rules of procedure that both sides to a case must observe. Generally, an act in court requires the permission of the judge before any party can be perform it.
This permission may be obtained after submitting a request verbally in court or in writing, through a motion. Motions are often argued and heard before a judge and are best handled by criminal lawyers. Melbourne criminal courts strictly adhere to rules of procedure and non-compliance may adversely affect the outcome of your case.
Basic steps for filing a motion
Notice and hearing are important elements of any motion and follow a chronological order. A motion always starts by giving notice to the other party and to the judge as well of your intention to seek the court’s permission to do something. A motion must cite specific reasons and applicable legal precedent which the adverse party has the right to review and oppose.
At the motion hearing, both sides are given the opportunity to give oral arguments before the judge hands out his decision on the matter.
How to use motions in criminal case
Depending on the circumstances of your case, your lawyer may file the following motions to obtain clearly specified outcomes:
* Motion to modify bail, if you want to change your bail status
* Motion to dismiss complaint, if you want the judge to dismiss an insufficient criminal complaint against you
* Motion to reduce charges, when the details of the alleged criminal incident do not accurately describe the charge against you
* Motion for change of venue, when you feel that moving the trial of your case to another court will ensure a fair trial
* Motion for bill of particulars which may be used to obtain all details of the charges against you
* Motion for discovery, which if granted by the court, will require the prosecution to turn over all evidence in their possession, an important tool in many criminal defence strategies
When to make motions
Appropriate motions may be made at various stages of the court proceedings, whether before, during or after trial, although not all motions are available to you after trial. Timeliness coupled with thorough knowledge of the facts of the case and applicable law is crucial in seeking approvals of motions.
Seasoned criminal lawyers Melbourne practitioners preferably, are familiar with local court systems and can increase your chances of obtaining favourable outcomes in your motions.…
Why a Concealed Weapons Permit In AZ Is Superior To Relying on the Constitutional Carry Law Alone
Why a Concealed Weapons Permit In AZ Is Superior To Relying on the Constitutional Carry Law Alone
Obtaining a concealed weapons permit, as I explained in my last article, is time consuming and costs money. Instead, a person could choose to rely on the “Constitutional Carry Law,” that was recently enacted. This is actually a poor decision. There are many extra restrictions which could land someone in hot water rather quickly. Obtaining a permit is well worth the time and money invested, and could end up saving someone a much larger amount of time and money.
The first thing that should be understood is the federal weapons-free school laws. Simply put, no one besides a peace officer or a person with a concealed weapons permit may have a concealed weapon within 1,000 feet of a school zone. If you were to draw out most urban areas and plot out this 1,000ft distance in circles, you would find that you are almost completely unable to travel in an urban area without crossing one of the boundaries. This is normally not an issue as federal police do not enforce traffic regulations or petty crime, however the person without a concealed weapons permit is in technical violation and could theoretically be charged with a crime.
Next is the restaurant issue. Any establishment which serves alcohol is off limits to anyone without a concealed weapons permit. Even then, they may restrict weapons (as many any property owner), but there is no allowance for someone without a permit to carry in a restaurant or bar. Of course, even with a permit the weapon must be completely concealed and the permit holder may not consume alcohol while carrying.
In addition to the stated reasons, there are several more complex ones at work in this situation. A person carrying a concealed weapon is advised to disclose that fact to any police officer who is in contact with them. This is not to threaten, obviously, but to let them know so they are not “surprised” if they catch a glimpse of it. A permit, by virtue of requiring a background check and fingerprints, vets the holder in a way. While it is in no way an assurance of innocence, it give a bit more of a mantle of reliability and uprightness to the person who possesses it. This is obviously out the window if the permit holder is caught violating a law, for example carrying in a restaurant that clearly does not allow it.
Obtaining a permit requires training that others would not receive as well. The legal statutes can be complex and should be understood before one begins carrying a weapon. The class required to get a permit review these, and provide the permit holder with resources for further education. There are many reasons to obtain a permit, both stated and implied. Overall, the commitment of eight hours and a hundred dollars is well worth the added benefit for the citizen who wishes to be armed.…
Why Should You Call a Criminal Defense Attorney?
Why Should You Call a Criminal Defense Attorney?
A criminal defense attorney can be most effective if brought into a case at the earliest possible time. While good legal advice and representation can begin and be effective at many points in the legal process, a person who is accused of committing a crime may be best served by enlisting a lawyer as soon as possible. There are at least five situations in which you should call a lawyer:
If you think you are under suspicion of violating criminal law, the advice of a lawyer on how to proceed can be extremely valuable. Someone may have told you they were questioned by police and your name came up. You may know that you had some involvement in a crime that has occurred. You have rights, and it is best to understand them, and how they can be protected, before the police get in contact with you.
If you have been questioned or are being asked to come in and answer questions, the counsel of a lawyer can be very beneficial. The Miranda warning police recite when arresting someone states that “anything you say can, and will be used against you”. During questioning, even if you are not under arrest, you want to be very certain of what you say. You have the right to an attorney at your side.
If you have been arrested, a lawyer can make certain that police are respecting your rights, including your right to say nothing. The arrest process is also an opportunity for your lawyer to learn more about why police made the arrest, and what evidence they feel they have against you. There is no need to go through an arrest on your own.
If you have been appointed a public defender and you are not satisfied with the level of representation you are getting, you may wish to call a lawyer at a private firm. You may have had a lawyer appointed for you, which is the law, and you may have discovered that these dedicated public employees have a heavy case load and cannot give you the attention you feel you need.
If you know you are guilty and want your rights protected, having a criminal defense attorney advising you, and representing you is essential. You will be under pressure to admit your guilt, but this can have consequences on the rest of your life. It may be possible to mitigate the punishment with your lawyer negotiating a deal on your behalf.…