Speeding While in a Work Zone 
Getting a speeding ticket is never good, but getting a speeding ticket in a work zone is definitely worse. The reason for this is that work zone speeding tickets carry an additional penalty of $250. The fact that you are charged with speeding in a work zone will make it harder for your ticket to be negotiated down. I am struck at how many new work zones there are around Charlotte. There always seem to be work zones being put up no matter where you drive during the day. Whether you are on I-485, I-77, or I-85, Charlotte is growing and undergoing major changes in its roads. Lanes are being added, roads are being repaired, and new construction areas are seemingly everywhere. This growth creates increased backlogs of traffic for motorists which puts them behind schedule and late for appointments. As a result, when the road clears, you may start “running fast” without even realizing it. Next thing you know, you are sitting on the side of the road waiting for an officer to come and write you a ticket. This scenario is happening more frequently to people in Mecklenburg County as our city continues to grow.
These laws regarding speed limitations in work zone areas were passed and are aggressively enforced in an attempt to keep road workers safe as they work throughout the day and even night. Because of the enhanced danger to road workers, the legislature also included enhanced penalties as a real deterrent to speeding in these areas. Consequently, prosecutors are less apt to negotiate with motorists who violate these laws. Certainly, you can attempt to represent yourself, but we do not recommend it. Although there are no guarantees, we strongly encourage you to hire a Charlotte traffic ticket lawyer to professionally represent you here. Ordinarily, hiring a traffic attorney is about convenience in not having to deal with traffic, parking, and waiting in line to resolve your ticket. In this type of case, an experienced Mecklenburg County traffic attorney may be able to make a real difference in the outcome. Call our firm today to review your particular situation and for possible options.
