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Monroe County, Illinois Traffic Ticket Lawyer

Reach us by calling 618-207-4757 or contact us on-line to schedule a free initial consultation. We are dedicated to minimizing the effect these charges will have on your life.
If you have been ticketed for a traffic violation or careless driving and wish to defend yourself against fines and license suspensions, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney. At the law office of James Stern, P.C., we will help you to protect your rights, and avoid penalties and fines when possible.

We assist out of state visitors and Illinois residents who are facing charges for traffic violations such as:

  • Speeding tickets
  • Reckless driving
  • Driving with a suspended license
  • DUI/DWI
  • Traffic tickets accompanied by drug possession charges
  • Driving without insurance/insufficient insurance

Representing Commercial Drivers

Our attorney, James Stern, provides legal counsel to individuals with commercial driver's licenses (CDL) who are facing traffic tickets for speeding offenses, reckless driving charges and equipment and overload violations. In addition he helps commercial drivers who are charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol.

If you are convicted of certain violations while operating a commercial vehicle you are subject to stiffer penalties than non-commercial drivers, including but not limited to the suspension or revocation of your commercial license.

Turn to Us for Help

When facing a traffic ticket or violations, it is important to know the potential consequences of a conviction. You could be facing fines, license points, insurance premium increases, license suspensions and employment issues. The more serious the penalty, the more likely you want experienced counsel at your side.

As your legal counsel, we know the traffic laws and are familiar with traffic court and the DMV; we are prepared to represent you in circuit court, if needed. Our experience often allows us to take the appropriates measures to try to:

  • Keep your insurance in force and your premiums from increasing
  • Protect your license from accumulating points
  • Avoid convictions through dismissal or plea bargaining
  • Maintain your CDL
  • Minimize time you are required to be away from work for court appearances

Contact Us Today

For knowledgeable traffic ticket defense, contact our office in Belleville, Illinois at 618-207-4757. At your free initial consultation, we will discuss the best ways to proceed with your particular case. We represent clients in Monroe, Madison and St. Clair counties.

James Stern, P.C.

123 North Second Street
Belleville, IL 62220
Toll Free: 866-959-6782
Telephone: 618-207-4757

P.O. Box 323
Belleville, IL 62222

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The law office of James Stern, P.C. in Belleville, Illinois provides criminal defense representation to clients in cities including: East St. Louis, Alton, Collinsville, Columbia, Dupo, Edwardsville, Fairview Heights, Granite City, O'Fallon, Swansea and Waterloo. We also serve clients in the following Illinois counties: St. Clair County, Madison County and Monroe County.
James Stern, P.C.
123 North Second Street
Belleville, IL 62220
Toll Free: 866-959-6782
Telephone: 618-207-4757

Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 323
Belleville, IL 62222

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The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.