Infractions and Misdemeanors

A traffic infraction is issued as the result of a failure to comply with specific provisions of the California Vehicle Code. In short an infraction is the breaking of a law. Failure to stop at a stop sign, running a red light, driving above the speed limit, or making an illegal U-turn are all examples of traffic infractions.

Although generally not thought of as serious offences, traffic infractions can lead to misdemeanor or even felony charges if there are aggravating circumstances present. If you are convicted of a serious traffic violation you will face heavy fines, increased insurance rates or driver’s license suspension. In some cases you may even face possible imprisonment.

If you have been charged with a traffic infraction in California you should speak to an experienced Traffic Law Attorney. We are located in Encino and serve the San Fernando Valley, the greater Los Angeles area and we can often assist you if your infraction was served in another California location.

Misdemeanors are more serious crimes such as DUI, driving without a license and reckless driving. If you are ticketed for a misdemeanor, you will need to appear in court and you could receive jail time so it is extremely important to hire a qualified traffic attorney to defend you in court. Call us and we can safeguard your individual rights by defending you and challenging evidence presented against you in court.