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If you have been cited for a traffic violation in Missouri or Illinois, you should strongly consider speaking with an attorney before pleading guilty or mailing in the fine. Traffic violations have adverse effects on your driving record, add points to your license, significantly increase your insurance rates, and may cause your license to be suspended and/or revoked for a period of time. Also, certain traffic violations, depending on the jurisdiction, may carry a penalty which includes jail time. Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. understands the serious nature of traffic violations and that is why we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for you.

Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. represents drivers who were ticketed or arrested for traffic offenses throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area and the state of Missouri, including the following traffic violations:

• DWI / DUI
• Driving while suspended/revoked
• Failure to yield
• Speeding or excessive speeding
• Careless and imprudent driving
• Driving without proof of insurance
• Leaving the scene of an accident and/or hit and run
• Stop sign violation
• Endangering a highway worker/construction zone violations
• Disobeying a traffic control device
• Improper lane change
• Improper turn Failure or improper signal
• Following too closely
• Driving too fast for conditions
• Other moving violations

Traffic Law FAQ

Should I just pay the fine and plead guilty to the traffic citation?

While it may seem easier to simply mail in the fine or show up to court and plead guilty to the traffic offense, it will have a very negative impact on your driving record. In Missouri, pleading guilty to a speeding ticket or any other traffic violation will result in points being assessed against your license. The accumulation of points may result in suspension or revocation of your license and increased insurance rates.

Will Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. keep me from getting points assessed against my license?

In most cases, YES! The lawyers of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. will aggressively fight to prevent points being assessed against your license by either vigorously defending against the charge or by negotiating with the prosecutor to obtain a better deal when appropriate; a deal that doesn’t include points being assessed against your license.

Can I afford to hire a lawyer?

The question should be, can you really afford not to hire a lawyer. By hiring a lawyer, you typically will not have to appear in court. You will save significant expense and hassle by hiring a lawyer and will not have to take off from work or school to appear in court.

Will I have to go to court?

In most cases, you will not have to physically appear in court. By hiring Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C., we will appear in court on your behalf.

How much will my ticket cost me?

In most cases, a traffic violation will carry with it certain fines and court costs that you will have to pay. However, Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. will vigorously fight to minimize the fine that is assessed against you.

How do I hire the lawyers of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. to handle my traffic ticket?

In most cases you can hire the lawyers of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. without having to appear at our office. First, start by calling or emailing Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. Then, we will request certain information from you. Lastly, the lawyers of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. will begin representation on your case and stay in frequent contact with you regarding the case, including the final disposition.

Contact the St. Louis Traffic Lawyers of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. to Protect Your Rights and Driving Record

Call Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. today to protect your rights, your driving record, and your driving privileges. We will aggressively fight to ensure your ability to drive is not compromised by your criminal charge or traffic violation. Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. can be reached 24/7, including weekends, by calling 314.645.4400.

We represent people charged with moving violations throughout the State of Missouri, including, but not limited to, the following counties: St. Louis County, St. Charles County, the City of St. Louis, Jefferson County, Lincoln County, Warren County, Franklin County, St. Francois County, Washington County, Gasconade County, Crawford County, Ste. Genevieve County, Pike County, Boone County, Callaway County, Camden County, Iron County, Madison County – Illinois, St. Clair County –Illinois, Clinton County – Illinois, and Bond County - Illinois