Traffic Offense
From reckless driving to license restoration.
Traffic offenses in Michigan range from simple speeding tickets to serious criminal charges like reckless driving, moving violation causing death, and driving on a suspended license. Even minor violations add points to your record, increase your insurance rates, and can lead to license suspension. Scott handles traffic cases at every level of severity across Macomb County, Oakland County, and Metro Detroit.
Call Now — (586) 243-4140Understanding the Charge
Michigan uses a point system for traffic violations. Accumulating too many points can result in a license suspension or revocation. Even a few points can significantly increase your insurance premiums for years. A points reduction attorney can help you fight back.
More serious traffic offenses — like reckless driving, fleeing and eluding, moving violation causing death, or driving on a suspended or revoked license (DWLS) — are criminal charges that carry jail time, heavy fines, and a permanent record.
Scott handles traffic cases ranging from civil infractions to criminal traffic charges in courts throughout Southeast Michigan — including the 37th District Court (Warren), 41A District Court (Sterling Heights/Shelby Township), 41B District Court (Clinton Township), 52nd District Court (Rochester Hills, Troy, Novi), and courts in Mt. Clemens, Roseville, Eastpointe, St. Clair Shores, and beyond.
Scott also assists with driver's license restoration hearings for clients whose licenses have been revoked due to multiple offenses or substance abuse-related suspensions. License restoration is one of the most commonly searched legal needs in Michigan — and Scott can guide you through every step of the process.
Potential Penalties
| Offense | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Speeding (16+ over) | Civil infraction — 4 points on license, fine, insurance increase |
| Reckless Driving | Up to 93 days in jail, up to $500 fine, 6 points on license |
| Driving on Suspended License (DWLS) | Up to 93 days in jail (1st offense), up to 1 year (subsequent), additional suspension |
| Moving Violation Causing Death | Up to 1 year in jail, permanent criminal record |
| Fleeing and Eluding | Felony — up to 5+ years in prison depending on circumstances |
Why Hire Scott for This Case
- ✓Handles traffic cases from civil infractions to criminal charges across Metro Detroit
- ✓Experienced license restoration attorney — guides clients through Secretary of State hearings
- ✓Knows how to minimize points and protect your driving record — a true points reduction attorney
- ✓Regularly appears in the 37th, 41A, 41B, 52nd District Courts and courts across Macomb and Oakland counties
- ✓Handles reckless driving, DWLS, fleeing and eluding, and moving violation causing death cases
- ✓For civil infraction tickets, can often appear in court on your behalf so you don't miss work
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Sterling Heights, MI 48312
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