Louisiana Letter to District Attorney Requesting Reduction of Client's Traffic Violation
Overview of this form
This form is a Letter to District Attorney Requesting Reduction of Client's Traffic Violation. It is used by an attorney to communicate with the District Attorney's Office regarding a client who has received a speeding ticket. The letter explains the circumstances leading to the citation, specifically that the client's speedometer was inaccurate due to a mechanical issue. The attorney requests a reduction of the violation to a non-moving violation, allowing the client to avoid points on their driving record.
Main sections of this form
- Attorneys' contact information, including address and telephone number.
- Details of the citation, including the citation number and date issued.
- Explanation of the circumstances of the traffic violation.
- Request for reduction of the violation to a non-moving status.
- Closing signature and enclosure note.
Situations where this form applies
This form is appropriate when an individual receives a traffic violation citation for speeding and believes there were legitimate reasons to contest the accuracy of the charge, such as mechanical issues with their vehicle. An attorney should use this form to formally request that the District Attorney's Office considers reducing the citation to avoid harsher penalties.
Intended users of this form
- Criminal defense attorneys representing clients facing traffic violations.
- Individuals who have received a speeding ticket and seek legal assistance.
- Persons interested in minimizing the impact of traffic citations on their driving records.
Steps to complete this form
- Fill in your contact information at the top of the letter.
- Provide the details of the citation, including the citation number and issue date.
- Describe the mechanical issue that contributed to the speeding violation.
- Clearly state your request for the citation to be reduced to a non-moving violation.
- Sign the letter and include any additional documentation required as enclosure.
Does this document require notarization?
This form does not typically require notarization to be legally valid. However, some jurisdictions or document types may still require it. US Legal Forms provides secure online notarization powered by Notarize, available 24/7 for added convenience.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to include all necessary details regarding the traffic violation.
- Not addressing the letter to the correct district attorney.
- Neglecting to proofread for clarity and professionalism.
- Forgetting to send additional supporting documents that may strengthen the request.
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If something is missing, the ticket isn't valid, and it gets dismissed. If the ticket was issued correctly, there's a chance that a skilled lawyer can get the fine reduced or avoid points issued to the client's driver's license by plea bargaining.
The letter should be short, no more than one page, but it needs to give specific details as to why you believe you deserve or need a lenient sentence. With specific examples, you can give the judge a clearer picture of your situation to make it easier for him or her to make a decision.
If you're asking for a reduction in points, admit your mistake and provide a reason if you have one why the judge should go easy on you. Then, apologize and promise not to do it again, Jaskot said. Sometimes, judges ask the officer if you were polite during the stop and will take that into consideration, he said.
Appear at or contact your court and request permission to dismiss your ticket with a defensive driving course. Enroll in and complete your I Drive Safely Louisiana Defensive Driving course. Submit your certificate of completion to the court.
Honesty is the Best Policy. Keep a Cool Head. Not Guilty. Explain in Detail. Mention the Weather. It was Less Than 5 Mph Over. There was an Absence of Traffic. Use Your Clean Record to Your Advantage.
Mention that you are not contesting your speed or the speed zone in the area. Explain why you were speeding i.e. you did not realize the new speed limit after transitioning from a faster speed zone. Apologize and indicate that you will watch your speed more closely in the future.
Take A Defense Driving Course Many courts will waive or dismiss a ticket if a driver agrees to take and complete a course. You will need to speak to local representatives and get permission from the court. It is up to them at the end of the day to say if you'll be permitted to take a course in lieu of paying a fine.
Write the letter Tell the judge that a minimal fine is preferred over the full fine, and mention a willingness to attend traffic school to avoid paying a fine. Remember the judge is human, and she has the ability to reduce or dismiss the fine. Ask for her discretion in resolving this unfortunate situation.
