California Laws Hitting The Street in 2024 – Essential Updates You Need to Know
Each new year sees California lawmakers busy updating legislation, and 2024 is no different. A multitude of fresh legislation pieces, primarily concerning traffic safety, are prepared to roll out, directly affecting the 27 million or so drivers navigating the Golden State’s roads. As traffic lawyers, we feel obligated to help keep our clients and followers […]
continue reading »California’s New 2024 Laws: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Changes
Legislative changes in California set to debut in 2024 will focus on enhanced wages, expanded sick leave provisions, and more affordable options for residential rentals. Throughout the state, the dawn of a new year also means the commencement of new laws that will impact residents’ personal lives, employment conditions, and recreational activities. Here’s your guide […]
continue reading »California Lawmakers Aim To Reduce Noise Pollution By Targeting Loud Exhausts
For decades, the state of California has been fighting air pollution but in 2022, state officials shifted gears and began to focus on another threat potential scourge on the community – noise pollution. Many California residents complain of being jolted from their sleep in the middle of the night by modified cars racing down local […]
continue reading »California traffic laws taking effect January 2023
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several new bills into law during the last legislative session and our traffic law team has pulled the ones most important to drivers. When you hit the street on January 1, 2023, the following laws will be in affect: Big Changes To Bike Laws (AB-1909) The OmniBike Bill brings us […]
continue reading »When Can an Officer Really Pull You Over in California?
You hope that you’ll never get pulled over and have to deal with the awkward situation of handing over your license and registration, but are you prepared for what to do if that happens? Do you know your rights? Before an officer can pull you over in California, certain grounds must be met. If you’re […]
continue reading »What Are the Most Common Reasons to Get Pulled Over in California?
As a driver, it’s always nerve-wracking to see the flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror indicating that you are about to get pulled over in California. Your palms might start sweating as you wonder the reasons for which the officer initiated pulling you over on a California road. Understanding the most common reasons that […]
continue reading »New California Traffic Laws for 2021 | What Drivers Should Know To Avoid A Traffic Ticket
California has a few new traffic laws that are set to go into effect in 2021. The new laws were released mid December by the California Highway Patrol. They start Jan. 1, unless otherwise noted. Emergency vehicle safety Drivers are now required to slow down or change lanes when approaching stationary emergency vehicles with emergency […]
continue reading »Announcement For Riverside California Clients
Due to the court closures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, you may receive court notice, a sample of which is attached, which states that action must be taken to avoid a failure to appear being assessed on your case. The notice looks like this: You have hired The Ticket Clinic and do not […]
continue reading »Speeding Over 100MPH Is A Fast Growing Trend – California Traffic Enforcement Update
Less traffic and open highways throughout California are contributing to an uptick in certain types of traffic tickets. Even with fewer people are travelling, law enforcement is working closely with Caltrans on safe transportation initiatives despite decreased driver presence on state roadways due to stay-at-home orders. Many drivers are taking advantage of less congested […]
continue reading »How To Beat A California Speeding Ticket Issued By An Airplane Unit
The State of California uses airplane units for a wide range of purposes. From surveillance to suspect apprehension to identifying hazardous road conditions, an eye from the sky is a vital part of efficient law enforcement practice. Although these airplane units have many beneficial uses, there are serious questions about their role in traffic enforcement, […]
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