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You may think paying a traffic ticket is the fastest way to get it over with, but paying a ticket is entering a guilty plea and a conviction on your driving record. A conviction may result in fines, increased insurance premiums or problems with your driving privileges, depending on the offense and your driving record. Before responding to a ticket it is important to understand the possible consequences of responding and if another resolution may be available.
Our attorneys assist drivers with speeding tickets, improper lane use, disobeying traffic signals, driving without valid insurance, suspended-license charges and other Illinois traffic violations. We have the option of checking the citation, investigating the facts surrounding the stop, and deciding whether to negotiate for a lesser charge, seek court supervision, or fight the allegation. Every case is different, so the right way to handle it will depend on the ticket, the evidence and the driver’s record.
O’Flaherty Law regularly updates clients and provides straightforward advice during their cases. We explain what the charge means, if you need to appear in court, and what possible outcomes there are. Whether you are concerned about a clean record, the protection of a commercial driver’s license, or avoiding any other license consequences, our Des Plaines traffic ticket lawyers will work for a solution that meets your needs.
The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.
I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team. Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys. Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us. They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates. We are here to help!

In many cases, yes. Paying a ticket generally means that you are accepting responsibility for the violation. The resulting conviction may be reported on your driving record. Before paying, you may want to determine whether you qualify for court supervision or have grounds to contest or reduce the charge.
An attorney may be able to appear on your behalf for certain traffic matters, but attendance requirements depend on the charge and the instructions printed on the ticket. Some offenses require the driver to appear personally. An attorney can review your citation and explain whether you must attend court.
You or your attorney must appear at the courtroom, date, and time listed on the citation. Ignoring a required court date can create additional legal problems. Contacting an attorney before the hearing provides time to review the charge, prepare a response, and discuss possible resolutions.