Experienced Maryland Traffic Lawyer Helping You Protect Your License and Driving Record
Traffic violations in Maryland can lead to serious consequences, including fines, points on your license, increased insurance rates, license suspension, and even incarceration. At Grote Law, LLC, attorney Kenneth J. Grote provides experienced legal representation for drivers facing a wide range of traffic offenses.
With years of courtroom experience and over a decade serving as a prosecutor, Mr. Grote understands how traffic cases are investigated and prosecuted. That insight allows him to build strong defense strategies for clients charged with speeding, reckless driving, driving without a license, driving on a suspended license, and other traffic violations.
Grote Law also represents clients in MVA hearings, helping fight license suspensions, protect driving privileges, and work toward reinstatement whenever possible. In addition, the firm assists with expungements, helping eligible individuals clear past charges from their record and move forward with greater confidence and opportunity.
FAQs
How long will the process take?
A contested traffic case in Maryland typically takes 2 to 4 months to reach a verdict, while simple cases handled by mail can be resolved within 30 days. Contested cases require a court appearance, which usually takes several weeks to be scheduled. More complex cases with multiple witnesses can last longer.
How do I respond to a ticket?
You have 30 days to select one of three options:
Pay the fine: Admitting guilt and paying, which may add points to your license.
Waiver Hearing: Pleading guilty with an explanation, asking for a reduced fine/points.
Request a Trial: Pleading not guilty to contest the ticket in court.
Failure to respond within 30 days can result in the Maryland District Court notifying the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (.gov) to suspend your driver's license.
Signing a Maryland traffic citation is only an acknowledgement of receipt, not an admission of guilt. Refusing to sign can lead to arrest.
Do photo traffic violations (speed/red light) add points?
No, photo-enforced violations (speed cameras, red light cameras) do not result in points and cannot be used to increase insurance rates.
Points remain on your record until expunged by the MVA, though they are no longer considered "current" after two years. A conviction may be automatically expunged after three years if no other violations occur.
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