If you have received a ticket or citation for violating Wisconsin traffic laws, there is more to your case than just the fine. By hiring an experienced Wisconsin traffic lawyer, you may be able to negotiate a settlement that will prevent or minimize insurance increases and protect your driving privilege. Attorney Andrew Walter has negotiated or won dismissals, reduced charges, or amended charges in over 90% of his traffic cases in the past 5 years. Andrew’s traffic law practice includes drunk driving, driving with a prohibited alcohol concentration, speeding, illegal lane deviations, failure to stop at a sign or signal, and all other traffic violations. Call or contact Andrew today for a free consultation about your traffic ticket. 

Frequently Asked Traffic Law Questions 

Will hiring an attorney to handle my ticket save me money? 

It depends on the circumstances of your case, your prior record, and your insurance. We often save our clients substantial amounts by negotiating dismissals. Obviously you will not have to pay a fine for a dismissed ticket. A traffic lawyer must also consider the impact on your insurance rates. Certain offenses may cause your rates to increase for several years. An experienced traffic attorney can advise you on how to prevent or minimize insurance increases. Call or contact Attorney Andrew Walter for a free consultation to discuss your case. 

How does the Wisconsin driver license points system operate? 

Most Wisconsin traffic violations come with a number of demerit points. Upon conviction for the traffic offense, the DMV will add those points to your driving record. The DMV will suspend the license of any driver who accumulates 12 or more points in a 1-year period. Point values are also considered by some insurance companies when determining your rates. Obviously, it is important to minimize the points assigned to your offense. A lawyer may be able to negotiate a reduced point settlement in your case.   

Can the court or DMV suspend or revoke my license for a traffic ticket? 

There are several non-criminal offenses, including first offense DUI, which result in a mandatory suspension or revocation of your driver license. Depending on the charges and your record, it may be possible to negotiate a reduced or amended charge to protect your license. If not, we can immediately assist you in applying for an occupational license.  

Where are traffic cases handled, in the circuit court or in municipal courts? 

A traffic case can be assigned to either a municipal court or circuit court, depending on the agency that issued the citation and the location. We represent traffic law clients in the following courts: 

Walworth County Circuit Court, Waukesha County Circuit Court, Racine County Circuit Court, City of Delavan Municipal Court, Town of Delavan Municipal Court, Elkhorn Municipal Court, Lake Geneva Municipal Court, Whitewater Municipal Court, Burlington Municipal Court, East Troy Municipal Court, Mukwonago Municipal Court, Lake Country Municipal Court, Pewaukee Municipal Court, Waukesha Municipal Court, and all other courts in Walworth, Waukesha, and Racine Counties.