10 Traffic Violations You Didn’t Realize Were Illegal
Everyone knows that speeding and reckless driving are illegal. However, there are many traffic laws that most people don’t know about. Find some of the most surprising below so you can avoid needing traffic ticket lawyers due to your improperly decorated car or another such offense. If you’ve ever been to the beach, you’ve likely asked: […]
3 Ways a DUI Can Become a Felony
Is a DUI a felony in California? Most instances of driving under the influence (DUI) are considered misdemeanor charges, which carry less serious penalties. However, three factors can lead to a potential felony charge for DUI in California. If you’ve been charged with this crime, you need the advice and guidance of an experienced DUI […]
Join us at The Mid America Trucking Show
The Ticket Clinic is hitting the highway to attend The Mid America Trucking Show to connect with professional drivers across the nation. This conference will take place March 28th to the 30th and is one of the largest in the country. Over 80,000 transportation professionals are expected to attend and we hope to meet as […]
How Do I Handle a Red Light Camera Ticket if I Was Not the Driver?
Thousands of traffic citations are issued each year to drivers in the state of California. From speeding tickets to texting while driving citations, each violation can add points to your driving record and cause you to pay high fines. One of the most confusing citation types is when a camera catches you for a red […]
5 Disadvantages Of Getting Points On Your Record
Most California drivers will receive at least one traffic citation during their life. Every moving violation results in points being placed on your driving record, which could eventually lead to your license being suspended. Here are five disadvantages to having points assigned to your license. Every time you renew your auto insurance, your driving record […]
What to Prepare for as a New Driver
Congratulations! You earned your driver’s license and checked off a milestone in your life. As a first time driver, you’ve still got some learning to do. Here’s everything you need to know about driving they didn’t teach you in class: Plan Every Trip You learned all the basic procedures to start, turn, and stop during […]
What Is the New California Driver’s License and How Does it Affect Me?
The California Department of Motor Vehicles began issuing upgraded driver’s licenses and identification cards starting January 22, 2018. This new California license replaces previous versions and meets the federal Real ID standards. What Changed Exactly? California driver’s license requirements upgraded to meet guidelines established by the US Congress in 2005. These stricter standards improve national […]
What Happens if You Get a Traffic Ticket and Never Pay It
Speeding tickets in California can be costly, with the average fine running anywhere between $234 and $480. For this reason, it is not uncommon for violators to ignore their traffic citations and just hope that they’ll go away. If you’re thinking about doing this, don’t, as ignoring a traffic ticket can result in additional adverse […]
Top 3 Driving Tickets Given And How To Avoid Them
The new year of 2020 will likely be a lot like the previous year when it comes to the most common California traffic ticket violations. Traffic attorneys spend much of their time dealing with these three citations: running a red light or a stop sign, speeding and failing to signal. California police hand out hundreds of […]
Rules To Follow If You Have a Provisional Driver’s License
Drivers younger than age 18 are subject to California driver license restrictions for one year after they pass the state driving test. The provisional driver’s license law was passed in 2006 and requires minor drivers to be supervised in certain situations. You know it’s important to avoid a California texting ticket as a new driver, […]