Disobeying Traffic Control Devices

Drivers are required to follow and obey “traffic control devices”, including both posted signs on the roadways and stop lights. Failure to do so can result in a citation of not obeying traffic control devices. This offense is classified as a minor misdemeanor carrying the possible penalty of a one thousand dollar fine and 2 points on a driver’s license. The charge can be enhanced to a fourth degree misdemeanor if the driver has been convicted of one other traffic offense during the past year. A fourth degree misdemeanor carries the possibility of a two hundred and fifty dollar fine and thirty days in jail. A citation for failing to obey traffic control devices can be further enhanced to a third degree misdemeanor if the driver has been convicted of two or more traffic offenses during the past year. The potential penalties increase to a fine of five hundred dollars and/or up to sixty days in jail.

If you have been cited for disobeying a traffic control device, contact our Columbus traffic ticket attorney to assist you with your case today!

Even a “minor” offense like this violation can have very serious consequences if the driver has any other traffic offenses on his or her driving record. If you have been charged with failure to obey a traffic control device, you should contact an experienced attorney to reduce or eliminate the potential penalties.

Have you or someone you know received a citation for disobeying a traffic control device? If so, contact our Columbus traffic ticket attorney today!

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