Fort Lauderdale Traffic Crime Attorney

Were You Arrested for a Driving-Related Crime?

Getting a traffic ticket is bad enough for most people, but facing criminal charges for an alleged driving-related crime can be devastating. Those convicted of these offenses can face jail stile and steep fines as well as long-term or permanent loss of their driving privileges. If you are facing a traffic crime charge, you need an experienced attorney’s help to avoid these consequences.

The Hoffman Firm has supported clients facing traffic crime charges since 1998. Whether the offenses alleged against you involve driving on a suspended license, reckless driving, racing, or another crime involving the operation of a motor vehicle, our attorney has the experience it takes to build an effective defense. Although no lawyer can guarantee results, we at The Hoffman Firm believe that our personalized approach to our clients’ cases can help them secure the best possible outcome for their unique situation.

If you’d like to learn more, schedule a free consultation with our traffic crime lawyer in Fort Lauderdale. 

Contact The Hoffman Firm online or call 954-524-4474 today to get started. 

Reckless Driving Penalties in Florida

Reckless driving can be a common traffic crime charge. This is because driving a vehicle with willful or wanton disregard for the safety of people and/or property can be broadly interpreted to include a wide range of driving behaviors.

Common behaviors that can be considered reckless driving include the following:

• Speeding
• Weaving lanes
• Tailgating
• Racing
• Ignoring traffic signs and signals
• Road rage
• Driving while impaired (drugs, alcohol, sleepiness, etc.)

A first conviction for reckless driving in Florida can mean serving 90 days in jail and suffering a fine of $500. If someone is convicted a second time, they may be sent to jail for up to six months and fined up to $5,000. If a reckless driving conviction is connected to the injury or death of another person, it can be charged as a first-degree misdemeanor or a felony depending upon the severity of the victim’s injuries.

Penalties for Driving with a Suspended License

A driver’s license can be suspended for a number of reasons in Florida. You can accumulate too many points on your driving record, get convicted of a DUI, or get convicted of another driving-related crime. You can also lose your license by failing to pay child support, failing to appear in court, failing to maintain car insurance, and other reasons not directly related to your driving behavior.

Getting caught driving while your license is suspended can complicate your life a lot. A first-time offense for this violation is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 60 days in jail and up to $500 in fines. A second offense bumps up the severity to a first-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to a year in jail. If you are caught driving with a suspended license for a third time, you can face felony charges and be sentenced to five years in prison.

Do You Need Legal Assistance?

At Hoffman Law Firm, our traffic crime attorney in Fort Lauderdale can defend clients against a variety of traffic-related charges. If you were arrested or charged with an offense related to your driving behavior, our attorney has the experience and skill it takes to help you defend against criminal accusations.

For more information about how The Hoffman Firm can help, contact us online today.