Speeding Ticket Attorney in Greensboro, NC
A speeding ticket is not just a fine. In North Carolina, the wrong conviction triggers DMV points, insurance surcharges that can last years, and for speeds above certain thresholds, a Class 3 criminal misdemeanor conviction.
What Speeding Convictions Actually Cost in NC
When you pay a speeding ticket in North Carolina, you are entering a guilty plea that adds DMV points and triggers insurance premium increases.
The Prayer for Judgment Continued (PJC)
A PJC allows a guilty plea without a formal judgment recorded. PJCs are a finite resource: one per household per three years for insurance purposes.
Reduction and Dismissal
Many speeding charges can be reduced through negotiation with the prosecutor. In most cases, you do not need to appear in court yourself.
Frequently asked questions
Paying the ticket is a guilty plea. Understand what points and insurance surcharges follow before paying.
This page is general information only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different.
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