In Missouri, traffic offenses fall into two main categories: moving violations (e.g., speeding, running a red light, careless driving) and non-moving violations (e.g., expired registration, parking tickets). Paying a moving violation outright is an admission of guilt that assesses points against your driver's license, increases insurance rates, and can lead to license suspension.
Critical Threshold: Accumulating 8 or more points within 18 months results in an automatic suspension of your Missouri driving privileges. Accumulating 12 points within 12 months results in a 1-year license revocation.
Pleading guilty or sending in a check might seem convenient, but the long-term cost of higher insurance premiums and points on your record far outweighs the ticket fine. David S. Akers, P.C. specializes in Missouri traffic defense, helping drivers resolve tickets quickly and affordably.
Point Reduction: We negotiate directly with local prosecutors to amend moving violations down to non-moving violations (like illegal parking), keeping points off your driving record entirely.
Protect Your Insurance: Preventing points keeps your auto insurance rates from spiking.
Save Time: In most simple traffic cases, your attorney can handle the court appearances on your behalf, saving you a trip to the courthouse.
Whether you're dealing with a standard speeding ticket or a complex moving violation, contact our office today for a free and confidential case evaluation. Don't navigate the complex Missouri legal system alone.
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