Lowell, Massachusetts Speeding Ticket Lawyer – Representing those Charged with a Speeding Ticket Throughout Massachusetts

Item: Law Office of Paul M. King, P.C.
Author: M.T.

Have you received a speeding ticket? If so, before you pay it, I would invite you to call me for a free consultation to learn how I can help. I represent clients issued speeding tickets in Lowell, Lawrence, Billerica, Andover, Tewksbury, Wilmington, Woburn, and throughout Massachusetts. Admitting responsibility to a speeding tickets can have a variety of negative consequences (especially if you have other recent traffic tickets); I can advise you of your options and whether it may be in your best interests to challenge your ticket.

The National Safety Council recently released a report that estimates 399 residents of Massachusetts lost their lives because of car crashes during 2016. Mary Maguire, who is the spokeswoman for the American Automobile Association of Southern New England said the attempt to save time might be more prevalent in crowded New England than elsewhere in the country.

“We’re such a go-go productive society, and we’re very much in a hurry in New England so the temptation is very strong to speed,” she said.

Massachusetts has several clearly defined statutes that address speeding motorists.

An Overview of Massachusetts Speeding Statutes

Massachusetts speeding fines and penalties depend largely on the severity of the speeding infraction, as well as driver history. Drivers pay a base fine for speeding and in some cases, additional charges that cover the severity of the speeding infraction and the frequency in which drivers have received traffic tickets for speeding and other motor vehicle-related incidents.

Speeding law in Massachusetts applies a base fine of $50, as well as a $50 general surcharge. The state penalizes drivers for exceeding the Massachusetts speed limits in increments of 10 miles per hour. The fine for exceeding the speed limit in 10-mile increments is $10. For example, if you receive a speeding ticket for going 70 miles per hour in a 50 mile per hour zone, you can expect to pay a fine of $120.

Specific Speeding Ticket Surcharges

Massachusetts speeding laws penalize drivers for accumulating too many speeding tickets within designated periods. The state also adds specific surcharges to speeding tickets for repeat offenders who exceed state mandated limits.

Here is the list of specific surcharges for certain speeding conditions:

Three speeding tickets at any speed within 12 months: Suspended driver’s license for 30 days
Three moving and/or surcharge violations within two years: Compulsory Driver Retraining program within 30 days of the third moving or surcharge violation
Seven moving and/or surcharge violations within three years: Suspension of driver’s license for 60 days

The failure to pass the compulsory Driver Retraining program results in the loss of a driver’s license. Massachusetts law reduces surcharges by one point every three years. You can review the Massachusetts vehicle owner point system online.

Don’t Forget about Auto Insurance

Speeding tickets typically cause an increase in vehicle insurance rates. The accumulation of several speeding tickets within a short period can make auto insurance prohibitively expensive.

I Would Invite You to Call Me to Learn About Your Rights and How I Can Help

I offer a free initial consultation to help you understand the implications of receiving a speeding ticket and your options. I accept cases challenging speeding tickets on a fixed fee basis, so you will know up front about your legal costs. Call me today to get started.

More Information About My Traffic & Speeding Ticket Legal Matters:

I would invite you to call me at (978) 851-5145 or fill out the contact form below to schedule a meeting at your convenience.

What Clients Are Saying About Paul King

“I was caught on Lidar traveling 83 mph in a 55 mph zone in Lowell, but against all odds, I won my appeal in traffic court, all thanks to Mr. King.

I called various law practices in search for the right lawyer. Some other lawyers I called made brief mention of how tricky my case would be, but then repeatedly emphasized their high overall success rate in traffic court instead of discussing my specific case, and I got the feeling I was speaking to a salesperson rather than someone who would have my best interests in mind.

Instead, on our initial phone call, Mr. King listened carefully to the details of the case. I knew I could trust him when, instead of trying to push me into paying for his services, he candidly discussed how he would be able to help and the different reasons why the case would be quite difficult to win, with or without his help.

Mr. King had me meet with him in person so we could discuss in greater detail my side of the story and what he would be able to do to help. He was as honest as possible in helping me understand what the cost of his services were, and what the benefits of his representation would be, so that I could then decide if it would be worth it. He was clear that I didn’t have much of a legal argument at my disposal, and the best I could hope for was the clerk’s sympathy and leniency given my otherwise clean driving record. Given that he teaches several courses at UMass Lowell Law School and that Lowell is his home court, Mr. King was also able to explain in detail the inner workings of the Lowell district traffic court and his track record with similar cases. All this information and advice was shared before the signing of any contracts or checks, which further convinced me that Mr. King truly had my best interests in mind and was not just trying to sell his services no matter what.

I was deeply impressed by Mr. King’s honesty, professionalism, expertise, and clear communication, so I decided to go ahead and enlist his help. I couldn’t be happier that I did, and I think the outcome of the case speaks for itself!”

Google Review 5 Stars – M.T.