TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS
AND MISDEMEANORS ATTORNEY
Misdemeanors and Traffic Violations
Misdemeanors and traffic violations may seem like a small problem compared to felony charges, but don’t be deceived – the penalties for misdemeanors in Ohio can be jail time and high fines. Even minor traffic violations can accumulate points that can lead to your license being suspended, making your day-to-day life unnecessarily hard. So, is the solution to settle or fight the charges? Neither, at least until you talk to a good misdemeanor attorney.
The best solution for each situation depends on the individual circumstances of a case. Attorney Darren L. Meade has worked both as a prosecutor and public defender and has over 30 years of experience in navigating the courtroom. He has tried everything from speeding to simple assault. Whether it is getting you acquitted or bargaining for a lesser charge, Darren and his team from the Meade Law Group know how to make the best of any situation.
Don’t risk your future – contact the best misdemeanor defense attorney in Ohio.
IN CASE YOU HAVE BEEN CHARGED WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS, CALL US TO DISCUSS THE OPTIMAL DEFENCE STRATEGY:
- Driving without proof of insurance
- Driving under a suspended license
- Drunk driving, OVI/DUI charges
- Multiple offender violations
- Reckless driving
- Speeding and excessive speeding
- Texting while driving
MISDEMEANORS IN OHIO
A misdemeanor is not as serious as a felony charge, but the consequences of successful convictions can’t be ignored. You face going to prison for up to 180 days and paying a fine of up to $1,000, but more than that, your future could be at stake. With a misdemeanor on your record, you could have trouble passing a background check and have difficulty securing housing or employment.
The best way to stack the odds in your favor and safeguard your future is to let a misdemeanor defense attorney represent you.
A misdemeanor encompasses a wide range of offenses, including simple assault, some types of domestic violence, solicitation, disorderly conduct, theft of less than $1,000, traffic infractions, and much more. Just like felonies, misdemeanors are classified into five degrees based on severity, ranging from minor misdemeanors to first-degree misdemeanors.
The following chart lists the penalties for the different degrees of misdemeanors:
| Common Misdemeanors in Ohio | Jail Time | Fine |
| First-degree misdemeanors | Up to 180 days | Up to $1,000 |
| Second-degree misdemeanor | Up to 90 days | Up to $750 |
| Third-degree misdemeanor | Up to 60 days | Up to $500 |
| Fourth-degree misdemeanor | Up to 30 days | Up to $250 |
| Minor misdemeanor | No jail time | Up to $150 |
Traffic Violations
Maybe you’ve been running late so you drove over the speeding limit. You may have gotten distracted by texting and got involved in a fender-bender. Maybe your insurance expired and you forgot to renew it and a police officer stopped you. These situations happen all the time. However, just because they are commonplace doesn’t mean the consequences won’t cause you problems. You could be issued a fine, your insurance premiums could go up, and the points on your driving record could lead to your license getting suspended.
A good driving ticket lawyer knows how to minimize the consequences and help you keep a clean record, when possible. And if you are charged with a more severe offense, such as drunk driving or excessive speeding, or are a multiple offender, it becomes that much more important to have quality legal representation. Do not talk to the police or enter a plea deal on your own. Our team of experienced misdemeanor attorneys from the Meade Law Group will handle your case from the beginning to the end and get the best possible results.
CALL US TODAY AND LET'S CREATE THE OPTIMAL DEFENSE STRATEGY FOR YOUR SITUATION
Attorney Darren L. Meade
With over 30 years of experience and hundreds of trials in criminal litigation, Darren will be able to fight for your freedom. Don’t let fear and anxiety prevent you from making smart decisions about your future. The Meade Law Group can provide defenses for:
