Experienced Legal Defense for A Ga Red Light Ticket Violation
In Georgia, there are two types of red light violations: violations observed directly by police officers at the scene(Georgia code violation § 40-6-20(a)) and violations detected by cameras posted on traffic lights that photograph the driver committing the violation(Georgia code violation § 40-6-20(f)(3)). Another name for this violation is “Failure to obey traffic control device”. You may want to consider hiring a Georgia red light ticket lawyer to help you fight the red light ticket given by an officer. Call Georgia traffic attorneys for a free consult, 24/7 at 404-315-9936.
A uniformed police officer who claims to have observed the offense issues a red light ticket as a moving violation assessed against the driver. This offense carries a maximum fine of $1,000 and three points on your license.
Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device Violations in Georgia
There are various methods in which a driver in Georgia can face charges for not obeying a traffic control device. These include going through a red light, neglecting to stop at a flashing yellow light, and not halting at a flashing red light. If you have been accused of failing to comply with a traffic device or any other traffic violation in Georgia, reach out to our team of Ga Red Light Ticket Violations Lawyers in Georgia for assistance.
Cited by an officer in Georgia for a red light or failure to obey traffic control device? A red light ticket violation lawyer may be able to help by providing one or more of several available defenses. These defenses include:
- Poor timing — the yellow light wasn’t long enough
- Not safe to stop — a large vehicle following too close behind you, or other circumstances prevented you from stopping safely
- Poor view — the officer wasn’t in a position to observe you stopping behind the stop line
Even if you don’t think you have a rock solid defense, an experienced Georgia traffic attorney could help negotiate for reduced points and/or a reduced violation. Contact Georgia Traffic Lawyers today at (404) 933-1153 for a free consultation.
Red Light Camera Tickets
Please note: a red light camera ticket received in the mail cannot be disputed by a lawyer in Ga.
Georgia is one of a growing number of states that now allows local governments to install red-light cameras. While people have hotly debated these cameras, they are unquestionably legal, at least for now. Fortunately for Georgia drivers, the tickets these cameras generate are not moving violations, do not add points to your license, and do not affect your insurance rates. However, they still carry a fine of up to $70 issued to the registered owner of the car. If someone else was driving, the registered owner is still responsible, but can seek payment from that person. Failing to pay a red light camera ticket in a timely manner may result in additional fees or collections action.
If you do not pay your red light camera citation, it is probable cause for license suspension.
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