by admin | Apr 9, 2013 | Reckless Driving
Many clients want to take steps before court to ensure the best possible outcome. This list provides an idea of some things you can do before court to help your case. Like everything in law, this list isn’t appropriate for every case. You should talk to a Fairfax Reckless Driving lawyer before doing anything with your case. 1) Know your driving record The outcome of almost every Fairfax reckless driving case will vary depending on the driver’s record. People who are good drivers get better results than people who are bad drivers. Knowing exactly what appears on your record is an important starting point for creating an effective strategy. The officer who wrote the ticket is likely going to bring a copy of the record to court. It is important that we know exactly what is on your record. 2) Get your speedometer calibrated If your speedometer is inaccurate many judges will factor that in and be more lenient. It’s not always guaranteed to get a reduction but many times having a calibration can beneficial. There are a number of locations in the Fairfax area that provide this service for a fee. The calibration will show if your speedometer was not working properly. It will also show how many miles per hour the speedometer is off. During a free consultation we will be happy to provide you with information on where and how to get your speedometer calibrated. 3) Set Your Expectations On your court date, your Fairfax reckless driving lawyer will meet with the Prosecutor and get a plea offer. A plea offer is negotiated and states what...
