The Ticket Clinic represents drivers throughout Los Angeles and Los Angeles County. Our California traffic attorneys handle speeding tickets, reckless-driving charges, red-light violations, suspended-license cases, commercial-driver citations, DUI charges, and other traffic-related matters.
Whether you were cited on the 101, I-405, I-5, I-10, the 110, Ventura Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, Sepulveda Boulevard, or another heavily traveled LA road, our team can review the citation and explain your options.
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Los Angeles Traffic Lawyer Office Serving LA County
The Ticket Clinic’s Los Angeles office is located in Studio City:
10624 Ventura Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 91604
Our attorneys represent drivers throughout Los Angeles County, including:
Downtown Los Angeles, Studio City, Hollywood, North Hollywood, Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Chatsworth, West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, Inglewood, Compton, Long Beach, Torrance, Pomona, and West Covina.
We also assist visitors, tourists, college students, rideshare drivers and out-of-state motorists who receive citations while driving in the Los Angeles area.
Traffic Tickets We Fight in Los Angeles
Traffic enforcement is common across LA County’s freeways, surface streets, construction zones and congested commuter corridors. The Ticket Clinic represents drivers facing allegations involving:
- Multas por exceso de velocidad
- Tickets for driving over 100 mph
- Conducción imprudente
- Unsafe lane changes
- Following too closely
- Pasarse un semáforo en rojo
- Stop-sign violations
- Cellphone and distracted-driving tickets
- Carpool and express-lane violations
- Manejar con una licensia suspendida
- Driving without insurance
- Registration violations
- Hit-and-run allegations
- Street racing and exhibition-of-speed charges
- Commercial driver and CDL violations
- Cargos por DUI
- Other misdemeanor and infraction traffic offenses
Every case is different. Our attorneys review the citation, available evidence, driving history and circumstances of the traffic stop before determining how to approach the case.
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Why Fight a Los Angeles Traffic Ticket?
Paying a California traffic ticket generally closes the case as a conviction. For a moving violation, the court reports that conviction to the California DMV, where it may appear on the driver’s record and carry negligent-operator points.
Depending on the violation and the driver’s history, a conviction could lead to:
- Points on the driving record
- Higher insurance premiums
- Traffic-school expenses
- Driver’s license restrictions or suspension
- Additional consequences for future violations
- Employment problems for commercial and professional drivers
- A separate DMV Driver Safety proceeding
- Probation, fines or other penalties in criminal traffic cases
Traffic school may keep an eligible conviction confidential from certain insurance companies, but it does not dismiss the ticket. Eligibility also depends on the violation, license type, timing of previous traffic-school attendance and other factors.
Before paying the citation, consider having a California traffic attorney review the case and explain the available options.
Los Angeles County Traffic Court
Los Angeles County operates one of the largest court systems in the country. The Superior Court of Los Angeles County maintains multiple traffic-court locations and processes more than one million new citations annually.
The courthouse assigned to a case generally depends on where the citation was issued. Los Angeles County traffic matters may be handled at courthouses serving areas such as:
Beverly Hills, Chatsworth, Compton, Downtown Los Angeles, Inglewood, Long Beach, Pasadena, Santa Clarita, Santa Monica, Torrance, Van Nuys, and West Covina.
Drivers should review the citation and subsequent court notice carefully. The documents should identify the applicable court and the deadline for responding.
It can take time for a new citation to appear in the Los Angeles County court system. Not finding the case online immediately does not eliminate the driver’s responsibility to respond.
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How The Ticket Clinic Handles Your Case
The Ticket Clinic is a law firm, not a document-preparation company or ticket-resolution app. When you hire us, your case is assigned for legal review and representation by attorneys licensed to practice in California.
Depending on the charge and circumstances, our legal team may:
- Review the citation and driving history
- Examine the officer’s allegations and supporting evidence
- Identify factual, legal or procedural defenses
- Challenge the method used to determine speed
- Appear in court when the law permits
- Seek dismissal or reduction of the charge
- Work to avoid or limit points
- Address related DMV licensing concerns
- Keep the client informed as the case progresses
Many traffic-infraction cases can be handled by an attorney without the driver personally appearing in court. However, an appearance may still be required for certain criminal charges, DMV proceedings or when ordered by the court.
Our goal is straightforward: pursue the best available result while making the process as convenient as possible for the client.
DUI and Criminal Traffic Defense in Los Angeles
The Ticket Clinic also represents drivers charged with DUI and criminal traffic offenses in Los Angeles County.
These cases can involve consequences beyond an ordinary traffic ticket, including:
- Criminal charges
- Driver’s license suspension
- DMV administrative proceedings
- Probation
- Fines and assessments
- Mandatory programs
- Employment and professional-license consequences
- Possible jail exposure
A California DUI case may create separate court and DMV matters with different deadlines. Taking action quickly can be important, particularly when a driver must request a DMV hearing to challenge an administrative suspension.
Our attorneys handle allegations involving DUI, reckless driving, driving with a suspended license, hit and run, street racing and other misdemeanor traffic offenses.
Commercial Driver and CDL Traffic Tickets
A traffic conviction can create particularly serious problems for commercial drivers. Even a citation received in a personal vehicle may affect a professional driving record, employment opportunities or an employer’s insurance requirements.
Commercial drivers may also face stricter rules concerning traffic school and reporting obligations.
The Ticket Clinic represents:
- Commercial truck drivers
- Delivery drivers
- Bus drivers
- Rideshare drivers
- Taxi and limousine drivers
- Couriers
- Fleet operators
- Other motorists who depend on driving for employment
Because a traffic conviction can affect both a license and a livelihood, commercial drivers should understand the potential consequences before paying a citation.
Why Los Angeles Drivers Choose The Ticket Clinic
The Ticket Clinic has focused on traffic-related cases since 1987. Our firm has handled more than five million cases nationwide and represents drivers throughout California.
Clients choose The Ticket Clinic because we offer:
- Attorneys licensed in California
- Extensive traffic-defense experience
- Representation for infractions and criminal traffic charges
- Convenient online case enrollment
- Straightforward communication
- Representation in many cases without the client appearing in court
- Assistance for California residents and out-of-state drivers
- A dedicated team that handles traffic matters every day
Traffic defense is not a secondary service for our firm. It is a central part of what we do.
The Difference Between a Law Firm and a Ticket-Resolution Service
Drivers searching online may encounter apps and non-lawyer services that promise to help contest a citation. These companies may prepare forms, provide general information or refer the case to a third party.
A licensed attorney can do more than complete paperwork. An attorney can:
- Provide advice based on the individual case
- Review the evidence and alleged violation
- Develop a legal defense
- Communicate with the court
- Appear on the client’s behalf when permitted
- Challenge testimony and evidence
- Address related criminal or DMV issues
Before hiring a traffic-ticket service, determine whether the company is a law firm and whether a California-licensed attorney will actually represent you.
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Los Angeles Traffic Ticket FAQ
What happens if I pay a traffic ticket in Los Angeles?
Paying the ticket generally resolves the case as a conviction. If it is a moving violation, the conviction may be reported to the California DMV and could result in points or insurance consequences.
Can I fight a Los Angeles traffic ticket?
Yes. A driver can contest a traffic citation and request a trial. Depending on the violation and circumstances, the driver may have the option of an in-person court trial or a trial by written declaration.
Do I have to appear in court?
Not always. An attorney can handle many traffic-infraction cases without requiring the driver to appear personally. Criminal traffic charges, DMV hearings and certain court orders may require an appearance.
How many points does a California speeding ticket add?
Many ordinary speeding convictions carry one negligent-operator point. More serious violations can carry additional points or licensing consequences. The outcome depends on the specific charge and final disposition.
What happens if I was cited for driving over 100 mph?
A conviction under California Vehicle Code §22348(b) can result in substantial fines, two negligent-operator points and a possible court-ordered license suspension. A qualifying CHP citation may also be forwarded to the DMV under California’s FAST program.
Can a Los Angeles traffic ticket increase my insurance rate?
It can. Insurance companies may consider traffic convictions and driving-record points when calculating premiums. The effect depends on the violation, the insurer and the driver’s history.
Will traffic school dismiss my ticket?
No. Traffic school does not dismiss the citation. When a driver is eligible and completes the required program, the conviction may be kept confidential from certain insurers. Court and traffic-school fees may still apply.
Can an out-of-state driver fight an LA traffic ticket?
Yes. Visitors and out-of-state drivers can contest citations received in Los Angeles County. An attorney may be able to handle certain matters without requiring the driver to return to California.
Can The Ticket Clinic help with a suspended license?
Yes. We handle traffic cases involving suspended-license allegations and other matters that can affect California driving privileges. The available options depend on the reason for the suspension and the status of the underlying cases.
What if my Los Angeles traffic ticket is not showing online?
New citations may take time to enter the court’s system. Continue checking through the official Los Angeles County Superior Court website and follow the instructions and response date printed on the citation. Do not assume the matter has disappeared merely because it is not immediately available online.
What happens if I miss my traffic-court deadline?
Failing to respond can result in additional penalties, collection activity and other complications. Contact the court or an attorney promptly to determine what action may still be available.
Does The Ticket Clinic handle DUI cases in Los Angeles?
Yes. Our California attorneys represent clients charged with DUI and other criminal traffic offenses in Los Angeles County. DUI cases may involve separate court and DMV proceedings, so drivers should act quickly after an arrest.
Get Help With a Los Angeles Traffic Ticket
A traffic citation does not automatically mean you must accept a conviction, points or increased insurance costs. The Ticket Clinic can review the charge, explain the potential consequences and discuss the available options.
Text a picture of your ticket to 305305 for a fast and free quote, call 1-800-248-2846, or submit your case online.