A traffic ticket may seem like a minor inconvenience—but paying it without a fight can have long-term consequence son your driving record, insurance premiums, and even your ability to keep your license.
At Russell, Everson & Brannen, PLLC, our Concord traffic violation attorneys help clients across North Carolina fight traffic citations, minimize penalties, and protect their driving privileges.
Many people think paying a traffic ticket makes the problem go away. But in reality, paying a ticket is an admission of guilt. That guilty plea can lead to:
The smartest first step? Call a traffic defense attorney before taking any action.
Our attorneys help drivers contest tickets and reduce or dismiss charges for:
Whether you’re a local driver or an out-of-state motorist ticketed in North Carolina, we may be able to handle your case without you appearing in court.
In North Carolina, your license can be suspended if you accumulate 12 points in a 3-year period. Points vary depending on the violation:
Violation | Points (Standard License) |
Aggressive Driving | 5 points |
Passing a Stopped School Bus | 5 points |
Illegal Passing | 4 points |
Stop Sign / Red Light Violation | 3 points |
Failure to Yield Right of Way | 3 points |
Speeding (10 mph or less over limit < 55) | 2 points |
Reckless Driving | 4 points |
Speeding in a 70 mph zone (80+ mph) | 3 points |
If your ticket includes multiple violations, you could face immediate license suspension.
As soon as you receive a traffic ticket, call our firm. We will:
We’ve helped hundreds of drivers avoid unnecessary penalties—and we’re ready to help you too.
Were you ticketed while passing through North Carolina? Many visitors don’t realize that failing to respond to a traffic ticket in NC can result in a suspended license in your home state under the Interstate Driver License Compact.
We can handle your case remotely—often without you needing to travel back to North Carolina.
Don’t risk points, higher insurance premiums, or license suspension. Let our experienced attorneys at Russell, Everson & Brannen, PLLC fight your traffic ticket and protect your record.
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Yes—most speeding tickets in NC add points to your license and raise your insurance premiums for 3 years or more.
Your license can be suspended if you accumulate 12 points within 3 years, or 8 points within 3 years after reinstatement.
In many cases—yes. Our attorneys can appear in court on your behalf, especially for minor offenses.
Absolutely. Fighting a ticket can help protect your insurance rates, driving privileges, and criminal record.
