Las Vegas Speeding Ticket Attorney

Have You Recently Received a Speeding Ticket in Las Vegas? Call Attorney Chip Siegel

Everybody speeds. What most people fail to realize is that speeding is a criminal offense, and although it may not be as serious as DUI or racing on the highway, a speeding violation will still appear on your driving record and could result in license suspension and fines. 

If you have recently been issued a speeding ticket, it is in your best interest to fight your ticket, as opposed to just paying the fine and going to traffic school. By consulting a well-practiced Las Vegas speeding ticket lawyer, you can learn more about your legal rights, as well as how you can challenge your ticket.

Get started on your free consultation — contact me online or call (702) 430-7531.

How Many Points Is a Speeding Ticket in Nevada?

Speeding is the act of driving a vehicle at a speed greater than the legal limit or faster than is reasonable and prudent under current conditions. Common reasons why people speed include getting to a destination quickly, being late, impatience, or just not paying attention to the speed limit.

In Nevada, drivers can accumulate points on their license for speeding and moving violations. These points are calculated based on the severity of the infraction and any other factors that may be involved.

Perhaps the most compelling reason to fight your ticket is to avoid having points assessed to your driving record. When too many points are accumulated in a short period of time, you could find yourself without a driver's license.

For speeding tickets, points will be assessed to your record based on the following:

• 1 to 10 mph over the posted speed limit: 1 point
• 11-20 mph over the posted speed limit: 2 points
• 21-30 mph over the posted speed limit: 3 points
• 31-40 mph over the posted speed limit: 4 points
• 41 mph or more over the posted speed limit: 5 points

Once you have accumulated 12 points within a 12-month period, your license will be suspended. If you receive 12 points in a year, your license will be suspended for 6 months. Keep in mind, demerit points will automatically disappear once the 12-month period has passed since receiving the first one.

Why You Should Never Just Pay the Ticket

When you pay a speeding ticket online or by mail, you are legally entering a plea of guilty or nolo contendere (no contest). This results in an automatic conviction on your record.

The long-term consequences of a conviction include:

• Insurance Hikes: Insurance companies regularly pull "MVRs" (Motor Vehicle Reports). A single speeding conviction can cause your monthly premiums to jump by hundreds of dollars for the next three years.
• Employment Risks: If you drive for a living—whether as a commercial driver (CDL), a delivery driver, or for a ride-sharing service—a speeding conviction can lead to immediate termination or disqualification.
• Points Accumulation: If you already have points on your license, a new ticket could push you over the 12-point threshold, leading to a mandatory suspension.
• Civil Penalties: Las Vegas civil penalties for speeding are capped at $20 per mile per hour over the limit, but additional court administrative fees can quickly double the total cost.

What Are Potential Defenses to Fight a Speeding Ticket in Las Vegas?

Many people assume there is nothing they can do once an officer has written a speeding ticket, but in reality, there are a number of defenses that may apply depending on the facts of your case. I start by looking closely at how your speed was measured, where the stop occurred, and whether the officer followed the required procedures under Nevada law. This careful review allows me to determine whether the state can actually prove the charge in a way that will stand up in court.

In some cases, the defense may focus on the reliability of the radar or laser device, including whether it was properly calibrated and operated in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and agency policy. In other situations, the issue may be visibility of the speed limit sign, heavy traffic, or road and weather conditions on major routes like US-95 or surface streets in downtown Las Vegas. I may also examine whether the officer had a clear and unobstructed view of your vehicle, especially in areas with multiple lanes or heavy congestion.

When appropriate, I will obtain maintenance records, training documentation, or dash and body camera footage to better understand what happened during the stop. I can then use this information to negotiate with the prosecutor or present arguments to the judge aimed at reducing the charge, lowering the speed on the citation, or preventing demerit points from being added to your driving record. My goal is to give you clear, realistic advice about your options so you can decide how to move forward with your case.

What Are the Benefits of Hiring a Speeding Ticket Attorney in Las Vegas?

One of the most common questions potential clients ask me is, "Why should I hire an attorney? Isn't speeding a minor offense? Wouldn't it cost less to just pay the court fine than to pay an attorney?"

While it may seem easier to just pay the fine, in doing so, you are in essence admitting guilt. And even though speeding is a very minor offense, it can remain on your driving record, and you could still lose your driver's license. As an experienced Las Vegas traffic ticket attorney, I know of effective ways to fight speeding tickets, as well as how to negotiate with traffic court judges to get speeding tickets dismissed. Why go to traffic school and pay a fine when an attorney may be able to help you avoid it? Furthermore, I charge a fair price for my services, and am not in the business of overcharging my clients by any means.

Some key benefits of having an attorney handle your speeding ticket include:

• Saving time and hassle by allowing me to appear in court on your behalf in many cases, so you do not have to take time off work or rearrange your schedule.
• Reducing long-term costs by working to minimize points and convictions that could raise your insurance rates or affect jobs that require a clean driving record.
• Understanding local courts because I regularly handle matters in Las Vegas Justice Court, municipal courts, and other Clark County traffic courts, and I know how these cases are typically resolved.
• Exploring defense options based on the facts of your stop, the officer’s report, and the strength of the evidence, so you can make informed decisions about how to proceed.