Traffic Violation Defense
Attorney Peter D. Ploetz offers wise, sound judgment with over 20 years of experience in the field of Traffic Citation Defense—Speeding, Disregard of a Red Light Signal, Inattentive Driving, Failure to Yield the Right of Way, Operating after Suspension tickets, case reopenings, each and every matter affecting your Wisconsin operator’s privilege. Traffic citations carry a forfeiture and demerit points. In Wisconsin, an individual is allowed 12 demerit points within a 12 month period based on the violation date of each individual citation. For persons holding a probationary license, points are doubled for every second and subsequent violation. Too many demerit points in a one year period results in a driver’s license suspension for a minimum of 2 months. 4-6 month suspensions are not uncommon. Although an individual may reduce his/her demerit point total by three points by attending an approved traffic safety course, this option is available only once in a three year period. Once a driver’s license is suspended due to accumulation of points, an Occupational license can be obtained through the Department of Motor Vehicles, but only after compliance with the legal requirement of high risk SR-22 insurance. Very costly. Traffic Citation convictions remain on the driver records for five years from the date of conviction. Of note, alcohol related and some commercial violations remain on the record for 10 years to a lifetime.
Of greatest concern to individuals receiving a Traffic Citation, most convictions undoubtedly carry the possibility of increased insurance premiums. A very costly endeavor for those who think that a minor speeding ticket will merely “go away” without any action. The insurance ramifications of “doing nothing but paying the fine” is, in most cases, prohibitive. Seek effective legal representation to prevent such costly increases. Attorney Peter D. Ploetz has been in practice for over 20 years representing individuals charged with traffic citations. From a Speeding ticket to a Felony OWI, Hit and Run, Fleeing allegation, Attorney Peter D. Ploetz has successfully resolved over 10,000 Traffic related cases throughout his career representing individuals throughout the State of Wisconsin. Personal, high quality representation is of primary concern at Peter D. Ploetz S. C. An above board, consistent professional relationship of mutual respect with the Court is essential in effectively resolving the charge against you. High ethical standards are paramount. Your Attorney is the face and presentation of your defense. Needless to say, a weak, unfocused, ineffectual defense is no representation at all. Don’t leave anything to chance. Fly by night legal gambles with the legal system are simply not in your best interests. Go with legal experience and years of effective legal representation. The rookie attorney right out of law school can gain experience through someone else’s case. Preparation and familiarity with the case at hand, your case, is the expectation for sound, aggressive legal representation.
In Wisconsin, the law has now changed regarding liability insurance. Although the “Rules of the Road” and the essential elements of probable cause will undoubtedly remain, starting June 1, 2010 drivers and owners of motor vehicles are required to show Proof of Insurance at traffic stops and accidents if requested by law enforcement. Yes, insurance coverage if now mandatory, and beginning January 1, 2010 under Wisconsin State Statute, the limits will be increased to:
- $15,000 for property damage;
- $50,000 for the injury or death of one person;
- $100,000 for the injury or death of more than one individual
Maintaining a clear driving record is now more important than ever. A blemished or poor driving record with numerous moving violations, or especially OWI convictions, will undoubtedly equate to increased insurance premiums In the State of Wisconsin. There is no way around this Mandatory Insurance Requirement. In a lifetime, traffic tickets are bound to happen. Protect your Wisconsin Department of Transportation record now. Hire quality, sound legal representation. Choose PloetzDefense, the Best Defense, the Wise Defense.
Testimonials
-Failure To Yield Right of Way citation, four point violation to Wis. Stat. Section 346.55(1), Prohibited Parking, a zero point violation after Defense Counsel pointed out conflicting witness accounts of accident.
-Unreasonable and Imprudent Speed citation amended to Wis. Stat. Section 346.35, improper signal, a zero point violation after Defense Counsel uncovered lack of substantiating evidence for issuance of citation.
