Updated October 3, 2026.
A useful speeding-ticket defense begins with the actual citation and the facts behind it. Our attorneys review the charge, the evidence and the available resolution in the court handling the case. The aim is to protect your driving record, not to rely on a stock excuse or a promise that a ticket will disappear.
Send us your ticket for review, or call (225) 327-1722. We can evaluate the matter and explain how our team would handle it.
The alleged speed, location and charge
We begin with the alleged speed, posted limit, cited law or ordinance, location and response date. We also look for additional charges and circumstances such as a school zone, work zone or crash. Those details affect which issues deserve further investigation.
Louisiana’s general speed law, R.S. 32:64, considers traffic, road conditions, weather and other hazards as well as maximum speed. A short list of statewide speed limits cannot establish the correct limit or a defense for every stretch of road.
If the posted limit or a sign’s visibility is disputed, our attorneys assess the evidence in context. A photograph taken later may not show the conditions at the time of the stop. Share existing photographs or video with us; there is no need to return to an unsafe roadway to collect material.
How the speed was determined
The officer’s method may involve radar, lidar, pacing or other observations. We consider what the available records show and whether a specific challenge is supported. Equipment records, identification of the vehicle and the circumstances of the observation can be relevant, depending on the case.
There is no universal equipment objection that automatically defeats a speeding ticket. We evaluate the actual evidence and applicable requirements rather than assuming a calibration issue exists. Tell us what you remember about the stop and preserve any original recording you already have.
Your driving history and the proposed result
A client’s priorities may include insurance, employment, license status and time away from work. Tell us whether you hold a commercial license or a license from another state, and send any related notices. These details can affect whether a proposed resolution meets your needs.
Our usual objective for an eligible ticket is an amendment to a non-moving violation. Dismissals are uncommon in our practice. An amendment still involves payment of the applicable fine and court costs, in addition to the legal fee. We explain the final charge and expected record treatment rather than promising that every case will have the same outcome.
A reduced dollar amount alone does not answer the driving-record question. We consider the charge being resolved and any conditions attached to the proposed disposition. Insurance consequences also depend on the actual outcome and the policy.
Deadlines and court work
Our team confirms the court’s requirements and the work covered by the representation. Baton Rouge City Court’s rules, for example, distinguish traffic arraignment and trial procedures. A different court may require a different sequence or appearance.
If a personal appearance is required, we tell you. If the case calls for a supported defense or a negotiated resolution, we explain that approach. A website inquiry or an unanswered request does not postpone the date on a citation.
Send the information our attorneys need
- A readable copy of every page of the ticket and any court notice.
- The date of the stop and the response or appearance date.
- Your account of the stop and any existing photographs or video.
- Any related license notice, prior payment or missed court date.
Contact our team to have the ticket reviewed. We will explain the available service and fee before starting the representation.