Traffic Ticket Attorney
Seeing those flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror is a moment that instantly causes your heart to sink. Whether you were running late for work, simply going with the flow of traffic, or genuinely believe you did nothing wrong, the result is the same: a slip of paper that feels like a heavy burden. It is a common mistake to view a traffic ticket as a minor inconvenience that is best handled by simply paying the fine and moving on. However, at the Law Office of George Renneberg, we see a traffic citation for what it truly is: a formal accusation by the state that can trigger a cascade of negative consequences for your finances and your freedom to drive. We are here to tell you that you do not have to simply accept the officer’s version of events. You have the right to a defense, and we provide that defense with the same level of grit and integrity that we bring to the most serious criminal cases.
Paying a ticket is a legal admission of guilt, and once that admission is recorded, it stays on your driving record for years. This record is a public document, visible to insurance companies, current and future employers, and the Department of Motor Vehicles. For many of our clients, the most painful part of a ticket isn’t the initial fine, but the sharp increase in insurance premiums that follows. Insurance companies use your driving record to justify rate hikes that can last for three to five years, often costing you thousands of dollars in the long run. By challenging the ticket, our goal is to step in and prevent this “hidden tax” from draining your bank account. We believe that your hard-earned money belongs in your pocket, not in the state’s coffers or an insurance company’s profits.
We understand that the legal system is often designed to encourage people to give up their rights in exchange for convenience. The back of the ticket makes it seem so easy—just sign the paper, send the check, and it’s over. We disrupt that assembly-line process by forcing the state to prove every element of the alleged infraction. George Renneberg brings a meticulous, investigative eye to traffic defense. We look for the technical and procedural errors that often occur during a busy officer’s shift. Radar and LIDAR guns, for instance, are not infallible pieces of magic. They are sensitive machines that require regular calibration and maintenance, and the officers operating them must follow specific, documented protocols. We investigate whether the equipment used was up to code and whether the officer was properly trained and certified to use it. Often, what appears to be a “cut and dry” speeding case is actually based on flawed data, poor weather conditions, or a subjective estimation that cannot stand up to legal scrutiny in a courtroom.
For those who hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), the stakes of a traffic ticket move from an inconvenience to an existential threat. If you drive for a living, your license is your lifeblood. A single moving violation—even one received in your personal vehicle—can jeopardize your employment, your insurance rating, and your ability to provide for your family. We take immense pride in defending professional drivers, understanding the specific federal and state regulations you are held to. We know that for a CDL holder, “paying the fine” is never a simple solution. We fight aggressively to have these charges dismissed or reduced to non-moving violations that do not result in points or a “serious traffic violation” classification on your record. We act as your advocate in the courtroom so you can stay on the road, handling the legal paperwork and the hearings so you don’t have to miss a day of work to sit in a hallway at the courthouse.
Our approach also extends to more complex and serious traffic matters, such as reckless driving, racing, or driving with a suspended license. These are not simple infractions; they are criminal offenses that can lead to a permanent criminal record, probation, and even jail time. If you have had your license suspended due to unpaid tickets or point accumulation, we work to break that cycle of frustration. We know how the system can feel like a trap—you need to drive to earn the money to pay the tickets, but you can’t pay the tickets without a license. George Renneberg helps you navigate the reinstatement process, negotiating with the courts and the DMV to clear up old holds and resolve the underlying issues. We believe that everyone deserves the right to drive legally and safely, and we are dedicated to helping you get your life back on track.
Beyond the legal arguments, there is a significant personal benefit to hiring our firm: convenience. When you hire the Law Office of George Renneberg, we take the weight of the legal system off your shoulders. In many traffic cases, we can appear in court on your behalf, meaning you don’t have to take a day off work, find childcare, or deal with the stress of facing a judge and a prosecutor alone. We handle the negotiations and the arguments, keeping you informed at every step of the way. We treat your ticket with the same seriousness that we treat a felony defense because we know that to you, your record and your reputation are everything.
Traffic laws are more complex than they appear on the surface, and the officers writing the tickets are human and prone to error. Whether it’s a failure to yield, a red-light camera violation, or an alleged speeding infraction, we dive into the details. We look at the vantage point of the officer, the visibility of traffic signs, and the flow of traffic at the time of the stop. We believe in providing a personalized defense for every ticket because no two situations are exactly the same. By providing this level of dedicated advocacy, we protect your driving record, your insurance rates, and your peace of mind. Let us be your voice in the courtroom and your shield against the consequences of a traffic citation. Contact the Law Office of George Renneberg today, and let’s start working to keep your record clean.