Oak Forest Traffic Defense Lawyer

Experienced Attorney Representing Clients Facing Traffic Charges in Oak Forest, Illinois

An aggravated speeding charge could cost you more than other types of traffic tickets. Even if nobody was injured, you could still face jail time, debilitating fines, and a criminal record that will follow you in the future. A skilled traffic violation defense lawyer can advocate for your best interests in the courtroom, fighting back against harsh prosecution and working to secure a favorable outcome for you.

Attorney Khaled Issa of Issa Law, LLC has years of proven experience handling traffic and criminal defense cases. Kal represents his clients directly, and when you consult with him, you can rest assured that you will receive a confident, informed defense.

Understanding Aggravated Speeding Charges

The difference between speeding and aggravated speeding is measured in miles per hour. When you are accused of driving more than 25 miles per hour above the speed limit, what would normally be charged as a petty offense becomes a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by a possible $1,500 fine and no more than six months in jail. If you are accused of exceeding the speed limit by 35 miles per hour or more, the crime is prosecuted more harshly as a Class A misdemeanor, with the potential for a year of jail time and a $2,500 fine.

Aggravated speeding is considered a misdemeanor rather than a felony offense. However, an aggravated speeding charge may also come with another charge such as reckless driving, which could be charged as a felony in certain circumstances.

Aggravated Speeding Leading to an Accident

Due to factors like reaction time and the time it takes to reduce speed, aggravated speeding often goes hand in hand with car accidents. If speeding allegedly led to an accident that ended with somebody being seriously hurt, you could be charged with aggravated reckless driving, a felony offense, in addition to aggravated speeding. If your actions allegedly led to someone's death, you could be charged with reckless homicide, and a conviction may result in a $25,000 fine and between two and five years in prison.

Hit and Run Accidents

Fleeing the scene of an accident that was allegedly caused by excessive speeding can land you in serious trouble with the law. In most cases, a hit and run offense is a misdemeanor with possible jail time no longer than a year. However, you could be charged with a felony if you allegedly caused major bodily harm in the collision.

In addition to fines and jail time, a conviction for a hit and run offense can result in the suspension of your driver's license for 12 months. This is a unique circumstance, as Illinois normally uses a "three strikes in a year" system before your license will be suspended for traffic offenses. However, due to the serious nature of hit and run accidents, the Secretary of State can suspend a license after a single offense.

Driving on a Suspended License

Repeated convictions of aggravated speeding or similar traffic offenses can result in the suspension of your license. A first offense of driving on a suspended license is a Class A misdemeanor, and in addition to other penalties, the duration of your suspension will be extended. For a second offense, the usual jail time and fines associated with misdemeanors are imposed, but you will also have to perform 100 hours of community service. For a third conviction of driving without a license, you will have to serve a minimum of 30 days in county jail or perform 300 hours of community service.

Speak With an Oak Forest, IL Traffic Violation Attorney

Traffic violations can add up quickly. If you have been charged with aggravated speeding, reckless driving, or other related offenses, the skilled traffic lawyer at Issa Law, LLC is prepared to advocate on your behalf in the courtroom. Kal Issa provides quality legal representation for Oak Forest residents, and he will work to protect your rights as a motorist. To schedule a consultation, contact our office at 708-966-2408.