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Reckless Driving: Generally Reduced in Hampton, VA

Client was charged with the criminal offense of Reckless Driving: Generally in Hampton, VA.This case involved a vehicle accident. A conviction of Reckless Driving in Virginia can have consequences such as a permanent conviction of a class 1 misdemeanor, active and suspended jail time for a maximum of 12 months, a suspension of your driver’s license for a maximum of 6 months, a maximum fine of $2500, demerit points on your driving record, and increased auto-insurance rates. Attorney Michael Huff went to trial on the case and was able to get our client's charge reduced to a non-criminal offense.

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Tunnel Height Violation Dismissed in Hampton, VA

Client is a CDL holder that was charged with the criminal offense of Tunnel Height Violation in Hampton, VA. The officer alleged that the height of our client’s trailer exceeded that permitted in the westbound tunnel of the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel, which is 13'6". A conviction of Tunnel Height Violation in Virginia can have consequences such as a permanent conviction of a misdemeanor, demerit points on your driving record that will, in turn, affect your CDL and your employment, and a "mandatory" fine of $1,000 for a 1st offense or $2,500 fine for a 2nd or subsequent offense. Client is from Texas and we were able to resolve the case without our client having to appear in court. Attorney Michael Huff went to trial in the case and the judge found our client not guilty and dismissed the charge.

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