Traffic Tickets Attorney in El Centro, California

After receiving a traffic ticket, most people assume their only choice is to deal with the consequences. However, that is not always true. By consulting with an attorney, you can get an honest assessment of your situation and advice on how to proceed. Reach out to us today at the Law Office of Rafael Bustamante Laue. We'll explain the traffic violation process and help you understand your options.

Instead of trying to defend yourself in court, team up with an experienced local attorney in Imperial County. At the Law Office of Rafael Bustamante Laue, we have successfully defended hundreds of clients facing traffic infractions across Southern California. Contact us when you need knowledgeable advice in El Centro, Brawley, San Diego, or Winterhaven. We also represent clients located in Yuma County, Arizona.

Types of California Traffic Tickets

California law categorizes all traffic citations into one of three categories: parking tickets, infraction traffic tickets, and misdemeanor traffic tickets. Each category comes with its own set of penalties, as listed below.

Parking Tickets

When you receive a parking ticket, you will be ordered to pay the parking agency governing the area in which your ticket was given. You can either choose to pay it or, if you feel you should not have gotten the ticket, you can reach out to the parking agency to learn more about your options.

It's important to note that parking citations are not criminal violations in California, therefore, you cannot be arrested for failing to pay your parking ticket. However, failure to pay your ticket can lead to higher fees and prevent you from registering your vehicle.

Infraction Traffic Tickets

Common examples of traffic infractions include speeding and running red lights. You could also receive an infraction traffic ticket for something correctable, like a broken tail light. For these kinds of tickets, you can either appear in court in person or by filing a pleading in response to the citation, or pay the fine assigned to you.

Misdemeanor Traffic Tickets

More serious actions like driving under the influence or without a license can result in a misdemeanor traffic ticket. Not only will you have to appear in court, but you could also be facing hefty fines, the loss of your driver's license, and potential jail time.

Let Us Answer Your Questions

If you recently received a traffic ticket in Imperial County, or anywhere else in Southern California, contact us today at the Law Office of Rafael Bustamante Laue. We'll set you up with a free phone consultation in which you can air your concerns and get your questions answered. From our office in El Centro, we proudly serve clients in Brawley, San Diego, and Winterhaven, as well as residents of Yuma County, Arizona.