SEATTLE CRIMINAL TRAFFIC ATTORNEY
If you or someone you know is in a difficult position because of a Seattle criminal traffic offense, call The Law Offices of Morgan Fletcher Benfield, PLLC at (253) 518-3643 and schedule a free consultation with a skilled traffic attorney.
Besides infractions like speeding and failure to stop at a stop sign, there are also various criminal traffic offenses that carry more severe penalties such as substantial fines, suspension or revocation of a driver’s license, and even imprisonment. Some of the most common criminal traffic offenses include:
Hit and Run
This criminal traffic offense occurs when a driver collides with another vehicle or individual and then flees the scene. Depending on the situation and any resulting injuries, it may be treated as a simple or gross misdemeanor and can lead to imprisonment, fines, and loss of driving privileges.
Reckless Driving
If a driver operates a motor vehicle carelessly and endangers others or property, they may be charged with reckless driving. This offense is considered a gross misdemeanor and is punishable by up to one year in prison, a fine of up to $5,000, and a mandatory 30-day suspension of the driver’s license.
Driving with a Suspended License
If a driver is caught operating a vehicle while their driving privileges are already suspended due to previous driving offenses or a prior DUI conviction, they may face penalties such as mandatory imprisonment, thousands of dollars in fines, and extended periods of license suspension. Moreover, there is a risk of being classified as a Habitual Traffic Offender, which carries even harsher consequences.
Contact a Seattle Criminal Attorney at
The Law Offices of Morgan Fletcher Benfield, PLLC
Where your traffic offense is more than just a ticket, you need a Seattle criminal traffic attorney. To learn more about your charges and how he can help, call (253) 518-3643 to schedule a free consultation.
