Arlington Heights Misdemeanor Speeding Attorney

Skilled Traffic Violation Lawyer for Class A and B Speeding Tickets in Arlington Heights, Illinois

In Illinois, speeding in excess of 25 miles per hour over the posted speed limit is a criminal act, which can be prosecuted as a misdemeanor. Penalties for a conviction — including pleading guilty — include large fines and potential jail time.

If you have been charged with a misdemeanor speeding violation in the Chicago metro area, Cosley Law Office is ready to help you protect your record. Our Arlington Heights speeding defense attorney has more than 30 years of experience successfully challenging traffic violations such as excessive speeding and misdemeanor charges for DUI and violations of Illinois rules of the road.

Class B Misdemeanor Speeding in Illinois

Drivers ticketed for speeding betewen 26 and 35 miles per hour over the posted limit are subject to being charged with a Class B misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to 6 months in jail, a fine of up to $1,500, or both. Speeding 36 miles per hour or more over the posted limit may be charged as a Class A misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to one year in jail, a fine of up to $2,500, or both

In addition to the heavy fine and penalties for excessive speeding, a misdemeanor conviction will remain on your criminal record until you actively pursue efforts to expunge it, often at high cost in time, money and energy.

Contact Our Arlington Heights Misdemeanor Speeding Defense Lawyer

From our office in Arlington Heights, Cosley Law Office represents clients throughout the greater metropolitan Chicago area. Contact our Arlington Heights speeding ticket defense attorney or call us at 847-253-3100 to discuss your case over a free consultation.