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Naperville Construction Zone Violations Attorney

Experienced Lawyer for Construction Zone Violations in Naperville, IL

Traffic tickets can be expensive in multiple ways. A single construction zone offense can set you back hundreds of dollars. Many drivers think that receiving a ticket is the same thing as being found guilty of a violation, but this is not the case. While paying the fine to resolve the ticket would be equivalent to an admission of guilt, a skilled traffic defense lawyer can fight the ticket in court, saving you money and potentially sparing you a conviction. While a ticket for a construction zone violation may not seem to be too serious, the state of Illinois keeps track of every traffic violation through a points system, and accumulating too many points can result in your license being suspended.

Attorney Craig L. Boston is an experienced traffic defense lawyer who has represented hundreds of clients in traffic violation cases during his career. He has a successful track record of keeping Naperville drivers on the road, and he can do the same for you.

Construction Zone Violations FAQs

From the outside, laws about construction zones and other aspects of Illinois roads and highways can be confusing for motorists. However, knowing the law and what qualifies as an infraction can be invaluable in protecting your rights. Below are some common questions and points of clarification regarding work zone violations:

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What Counts as a Construction Zone Violation?

Typically, a construction zone violation refers to speeding within a construction zone that has been marked with signs on a road or highway. However, you may also be charged with a work zone violation for general unsafe behavior behind the wheel, such as a failure to yield to construction zone workers.

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How Severe Is a Construction Zone Violation?

Under most circumstances, a first-time construction zone violation is only treated as a petty offense that carries no jail time. However, there are some factors that can result in more serious charges. Aggravated speeding in a work zone, which involves traveling 26 miles per hour or more over the posted speed limit, upgrades the charge to a Class B misdemeanor, which is punishable by no more than six months in prison and a possible fine up to $1,500. In cases involving speeding 35 mph or more above the limit, an offense is considered a Class A misdemeanor, one step below a felony. A conviction for a Class A misdemeanor can result in up to 12 months in prison and a maximum of $2,500 in fines.

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If No Workers are Present, Does the Law Still Apply?

Even if no workers were currently working at the construction site, you can still be penalized with a construction zone violation. Often, these offenses are enforced through cameras at the site, and if they caught you speeding, a ticket may be mailed to you at a later date.

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How Much Can I Be Fined for a Construction Zone Violation?

A first offense for a construction zone violation will result in a fine of $250 if you are convicted, and a fine of $750 will apply for a second conviction. Additionally, if you are found guilty of a second offense within two years, your license will be suspended for three months. The loss of your license can severely disrupt your life, inhibiting your ability to get to work or run errands. For that reason alone, contesting a traffic ticket in court is always worth the effort.

Contact Our Naperville, Illinois Construction Zone Speeding Ticket Defense Attorney Today

Illinois has strict laws in place to protect construction workers on the state's roadways. The long-term consequences of a road work zone violation can follow you for years, whether they consist of financial burdens or the restriction of your mobility due to a license suspension. Our skilled traffic defense attorney can advocate on your behalf, giving you a voice in court and making sure your best interests are represented.

Attorney Craig Boston has built up a reputation in Naperville as an aggressive defender of motorists' rights. To get answers to your questions or concerns about speeding tickets or other traffic violations in construction zones, contact the Law Office of Craig L. Boston at 630-445-2295 and arrange a free consultation.

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