How many times have you rushed out the door trying to get to class, work or get your child to school on time and the last thing you need to happen (like getting pulled over), happens? If this is you, you’re not alone. When you receive a Kansas speeding ticket or are convicted of any other moving violation, it’s always important to know what options you could have at your defense.
Before assuming responsibility for your traffic violation, you should first consider consulting with an experienced traffic ticket lawyer who can help you navigate your next step. Give Kitchin Law Firm a call for a free consultation and learn how we can fight to beat your speeding ticket.
How A Missouri and kansas Speeding ticket differs
Let’s say a sheriff or highway patrol pulls you over in Kansas or Missouri and gives you a traffic ticket. What happens if you receive a conviction for that violation? There’s a chance the state may suspend your driving privileges under the following conditions:
- Kansas is a moving violation state. This means that if you accumulate 3 or more moving violations in a year, the state of Kansas can suspend your license.
- Missouri is a point system state. If you have a Missouri license, and you are convicted of a moving traffic violation, between 2 to 12 points will be recorded on your driving record. If you accumulate too many points, Missouri will suspend or revoke your license. For example, 8 points in 18 months will result in a 30 day suspension or longer. Or, 12 or more points in a 12 month period will cause a one year revocation.
Your Local Traffic Attorney
With the right traffic attorney, you don’t have to worry about fighting a ticket all on your own. At Kitchin Law Firm, we bring more than 25 years of experience to every case we handle in Kansas.
As you consider how to approach handling your speeding ticket, ask yourself these questions:
- Would it be easier to avoid a case and pay the fine up front?
- Can I run the risk of having moving violations on my driver’s license?
Keep in mind, you have the choice to plea “not guilty,” which means you are siding to fight or “contest” the ticket. You can then schedule your hearing and prepare to present your case in court.
When you make the choice to plead not guilty, you’re able to fight for the dismissal of your traffic ticket, which may help you avoid paying ticket fines and getting the violation on your record — if you win.
The benefits of having John Kitchin as your traffic lawyer:
- No points or moving violations added to your driving record
- Clear driving record
- Reasonable, flat-rate attorney fees
- No office visits or court appearances on most tickets
- We can handle everything via phone
Ready to take the next step with a Kansas traffic attorney? Call Kitchin Law Firm today!
