Juvenile Speeding Tickets | Traffic Violations
Speeding tickets and other traffic violations for young adults under age 17 are handled in juvenile court. Georgia imposes strict penalties for teens who do not obey the traffic laws. License suspension and fines are among the punishments.
Serious offenses that require a 6 month suspension of license for the first conviction are:
- Hit and run or leaving the scene of an accident.
- Racing on highways or streets.
- Using a motor vehicle in fleeing or attempting to elude an officer.
- Reckless driving.
- Aggressive driving.
- Purchasing an alcoholic beverage.
- Attempting to purchase an alcoholic beverage.
- Underage possession of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle.
- Misrepresenting age for purpose of illegally obtaining any alcoholic beverage.
- Misrepresenting identity or using false identification for purpose of purchasing or obtaining an alcoholic beverage.
Any other offense for which four or more points are assessed:
- Unlawful passing of a school bus.
- Improper passing on a hill or curve.
- Exceeding the speed limit by 24 miles per hour or more.
- The accumulation of four or more points in any 12-month period while under 18 years of age.
Because the consequences are so high for juveniles, an attorney will help you navigate the juvenile justice system through to the end. Reductions to lesser charges can often be obtained to avoid these consequences. Additionally, evidence may be suppressible if the police did not conduct the traffic stop in accordance with our laws and the Constitution. At the Juvenile Law Group, we will analyze all of the issues in order to get the best result possible. We not only represent the client, but aim to assist with the whole issue leading to a juvenile charge and listen to what is most important to you. As a parent, both you and your child are our number one priority.
Contact the Juvenile Law Group or call 404-633-3797 or toll free 866-719-3420, for representation and assistance from an experienced lawyer with your juvenile traffic charge.
