Facing Traffic Violation Charges in Georgia

Unlike other misdemeanors and felonies, traffic cases are often handled by city courts, with less accountability – which can lead to dizzyingly varied outcomes.

For example, a driver cited in a smaller, less affluent city that relies heavily on revenue from traffic tickets is more likely to face maximum fines for traffic offenses. This means that a driver cited for an expired tag in Atlanta might face a $25 fine, while a driver cited for the same offense in a neighboring city like Stone Mountain might be looking at a $1000 fine.

Not only do fines vary, but practices around dismissals, reductions, probation sentences, community service, and classes also differ from court to court. Some drivers may be required to install speed detectors on their cars, while others may be asked to submit to drug testing while serving probation for a speeding ticket.

It’s hard to see how such disparate results add up to justice for Georgia drivers. Because traffic violations are treated as misdemeanors, the courts have a lot of power over drivers, and the danger is real. Even judges advise people they care about to get an attorney when facing a traffic ticket.

What our traffic clients are looking for in a legal team:

1. We guarantee damage control – we have full confidence in our ability to improve the outcome of your traffic case we will not keep a fee when we are not able to help.
2. We cover court appearances – we understand that appearing in court can be a hassle. We handle most, if not all, court dates on your behalf, ensuring that you don’t have to be there.
3. We investigate license reinstatement – if you need to get your license reinstated, we can help you determine the next steps.
4. We offer support and resources – our team works closely with you to ensure you have a seamless experience throughout the process. We provide assistance 24/7 and make sure you have all the information you need to get things done as quickly and painlessly as possible.

Our team of traffic law experts knows how disruptive traffic citations can be and how valuable it is to have your ticket in the best hands possible. We work hard to level the playing field and bring serious intellect and strategy to every case. We are proud of our track record in helping clients solve difficult license and traffic problems, and we are deeply committed to finding a solution that works best for each individual client.

Traffic Ticket Defense in Atlanta

A ticket may seem minor — until it wrecks your license, insurance, or job.

Every day, people in Georgia pay traffic tickets online without realizing what they’re really doing: pleading guilty. That simple click can cost you points on your license, a DDS suspension, and hundreds more in car insurance.

At EHG Law Firm, we help people across Metro Atlanta fight traffic violations the smart way — to avoid points, protect their record, and keep their license intact.

When a traffic ticket is more than just a fine

In Georgia, traffic citations aren’t just minor annoyances. Depending on the charge and your record, a ticket can result in:

• Points on your driver’s license
• Automatic license suspension (for certain charges or if you’re under 21)
• Super Speeder penalties and surcharges
• Increased insurance premiums
• Commercial license (CDL) consequences

And here’s the real kicker: even one paid ticket can make your next one harder to fight.

Real story: Paid online, suspended later

One client called us in a panic after getting pulled over and learning his license was suspended — and he had no idea why.

Turns out, he’d paid a Super Speeder ticket in DeKalb County months earlier. By doing so, he pled guilty. Georgia DDS tacked on a $200 Super Speeder fee, mailed it to the wrong address, and when he didn’t pay it in time, they suspended his license.

He only found out after blue lights were behind him on I-285.

We helped him get his license reinstated and resolved the new charge — but it could’ve been avoided with a call before paying that first ticket.

What types of traffic tickets do you defend?

We represent clients in:

• Speeding (including Super Speeder)
• Driving on a suspended license
• No insurance / expired registration
• Failure to maintain lane
• Following too closely
• Improper lane change
• Failure to stop / yield / obey signals
• Driving without a license or expired license
• HOV lane violations
• Traffic violations related to accidents

We also defend CDL holders and drivers under 21, where the consequences of a guilty plea are often more severe.

Do I need a lawyer for a traffic ticket?

If you’re asking, the answer is probably yes.

Here’s when hiring a lawyer makes a big difference:

• You can’t afford to lose your license
• You already have points or violations on your record
• You drive for a living (rideshare, delivery, CDL)
• You received a Super Speeder citation
• You missed your court date and may have an FTA
• You want to avoid insurance increases or probation

Many judges will allow a negotiated resolution, such as no-points pleas, dismissals, or reduced charges — but only if you ask the right way and know the local procedures.

What’s the risk of just paying a traffic ticket online?

Every day, people in Georgia pay traffic tickets online without realizing what they’re really doing: pleading guilty. That simple click can cost you points on your license, a DDS suspension, and hundreds more in car insurance.

Where we defend tickets:

We appear regularly in:

• Atlanta Municipal Court
• Fulton, Cobb, DeKalb, and Gwinnett County courts
• City courts including Sandy Springs, College Park, Decatur, and Marietta

We know how different courts handle Super Speeder cases, what prosecutors consider for reductions, and how to get your best outcome — quietly and efficiently.

Don’t plead guilty without a plan.

A single ticket may not seem like a big deal — until it triggers a chain reaction you can’t control. We can help you keep points off your license, avoid suspension, and stop small problems from becoming big ones.