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A traffic ticket or a DUI charge in Beckley or Raleigh County can hit you with fines, points on your license, and even a suspension. A defense attorney can help keep the damage down.

Aggressive Representation in Beckley, WV

Traffic and DUI Defense in Beckley and Southern West Virginia

Driving offenses cover a lot of ground, from a speeding ticket to a DUI, and the costs add up faster than people expect – fines, points on your record, higher insurance, and sometimes a suspended license. A DUI is the most serious of the bunch and can mean jail and a long suspension. At Taylor, Hinkle & Taylor in Beckley, criminal defense attorney Adam Taylor represents drivers across Raleigh County and Southern West Virginia, working to keep fines, points, and suspensions to a minimum. Before you just pay the ticket or plead to a DUI, call our Beckley office and see what your options are.

Driving Cases We Handle in Southern West Virginia

We help drivers in Beckley and Raleigh County with everything from minor tickets to serious DUI charges. If you don’t see your situation below, call us anyway – we can probably help.

DUI / DWI

Driving under the influence is the most serious driving charge, with jail time, heavy fines, and a license suspension on the table. These cases are also some of the most defensible when you know what to look for.

Speeding & Traffic Tickets

Speeding, running a light, and similar tickets seem small, but the points and the insurance hit add up. We work to keep them off your record where we can.

License Points & Suspensions

Too many points can cost you your license. We help you understand where you stand and fight to keep you on the road.

Reckless & Aggressive Driving

Reckless driving and similar charges carry stiffer penalties than a normal ticket and can land on your criminal record, not just your driving record.

Why a Traffic Charge Is Worth a Phone Call

Paying a ticket is the same as pleading guilty, points and all. Here’s what a defense attorney can do before you do that.

  • Keeps Points Off Your Record

    We work to reduce or dismiss charges so you avoid the points that drive up your insurance and threaten your license

  • Challenges the Stop

    On a DUI especially, we look at whether the traffic stop was legal and whether the testing was done right. A lot of cases turn on that.

  • Protects Your License

    We know how suspensions work in West Virginia and fight to keep you driving, which matters when you have to get to work.

  • Saves You the Hassle

    In a lot of traffic cases we can handle the court appearance so you don't have to take time off to be there.

How We Handle a Driving Case

Case Review

We go over the ticket or charge, the stop, and any testing, and tell you straight what you're dealing with.

Building Your Defense

We look for problems with the stop or the evidence, file what needs filing, and work out the best angle for your case.

Pushing for the Best Result

Depending on the case, that might mean a dismissal, a reduced charge, or keeping points and a suspension off the table.

Frequently Asked Questions

Traffic and DUI Charges in Beckley and Southern West Virginia

Should I just pay my speeding ticket?
Paying a ticket counts as pleading guilty, which means the points and the insurance increase come with it. Before you pay, it’s worth a quick call to see whether the charge can be reduced or dismissed.
What happens if I get a DUI in West Virginia?
A DUI can bring jail time, fines, and a license suspension, and there’s a separate DMV process tied to your license on top of the criminal case. The penalties get worse with prior offenses or a high test result. It’s a charge you want a lawyer on early.
Can you keep points off my license?"
Often, yes. Depending on the charge, we may be able to get it reduced or dismissed so the points never land. Keeping points down also helps with your insurance and protects your license.
Do I have to go to court for a traffic ticket?
It depends on the charge, but in a lot of traffic cases we can appear for you so you don’t have to miss work. We’ll let you know what your case requires.

Other Criminal Defense Services

Facing a different charge? Explore our related practice areas.

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Talk to a Beckley Traffic and DUI Attorney

If you’re facing a ticket or a DUI in Beckley, Raleigh County, or anywhere in Southern West Virginia, don’t just pay it and move on. The sooner you call, the more we can do to protect your record and your license. Reach out to Taylor, Hinkle & Taylor to set up a consultation.
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Legal Representation Across West Virginia

Areas We Serve

Fayette County

  • Fayetteville, WV
  • Oak Hill, WV
  • Mt. Hope, WV

Mercer County

  • Princeton, WV
  • Flat Top, WV
  • Bluefield, WV

Nicholas County

  • Mt. Lookout, WV
  • Richwood, WV
  • Summersville, WV

Raleigh County

  • Beaver/Shady Spring, WV
  • Beckley, WV
  • Glen Daniel, WV

Summers County

  • Green Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Hinton, WV
  • Pipestem, WV

Wyoming County

  • Mullens, WV
  • Pineville, WV
  • Oceana, WV
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