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Wisconsin Traffic Citation Defense: Protecting Your License & Record
Receiving a traffic ticket in Wisconsin may seem like a minor inconvenience, but even a single citation can have lasting consequences on your driving record, insurance rates, and even employment opportunities—especially for those who rely on a clean driving history.
Traffic Attorney in Madison, WI
At DK Anderson, S.C., we understand the importance of keeping your license in good standing. Our experienced traffic citation defense attorneys help clients fight citations, reduce penalties, and minimize the impact on their driving records.
Why Fight a Traffic Ticket in Wisconsin?
Many traffic violations in Wisconsin are not criminal offenses, but that does not mean they should be ignored. Potential consequences include:
- Demerit Points on Your License – Accumulating too many points can result in license suspension.
- Higher Insurance Rates – A single citation can increase premiums for multiple years.
- Employment Consequences – Certain jobs require a clean driving record, and violations may put your employment at risk.
- Automatic License Revocation – Some offenses, such as OWI and excessive speeding, carry immediate license suspension or revocation.
If you’re considering contesting a traffic citation, DK Anderson, S.C. is here to help you evaluate your options and fight for a better outcome.
Understanding Wisconsin’s Demerit Point System
In Wisconsin, traffic violations add demerit points to your driving record. If you accumulate too many points, your license can be suspended.
Demerit Point System and License Suspensions
Common Traffic Violations & Demerit Points
- Reckless Driving – 6 Points
- Attempt to Elude Officer – 6 Points
- Operate While Revoked or Suspended – 6 Points
- Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) – 6 Points – Automatic License Revocation
- Speeding (20+ mph over limit) – 6 Points
- Failure to Obey Traffic Signals – 4 Points
- Deviating From Traffic Lane – 4 Points
- Imprudent Speed, Driving Too Fast for Conditions, Failure to Have Vehicle Under Control – 4 Points
- Inattentive Driving – 4 Points
- Speeding (11 – 19 mph over) – 4 Points
- Driving Without a Valid License – 3 Points
- Minor Speeding Violations (1-10 mph over limit) – 3 Points
How to Reduce Demerit Points in Wisconsin
If you are close to a license suspension, you may be able to reduce demerit points by completing a traffic safety course. This option is available once every three years and can help prevent license revocation.
Obtaining an Occupational License After Suspension
If your license is suspended due to traffic violations, you may be eligible for an occupational license. This allows limited driving for:
- Work and employment-related activities
- School and educational programs
- Essential daily functions (e.g., medical appointments)
Applying for an occupational license requires meeting strict eligibility criteria, and a defense attorney can help streamline the process.
Additional information on obtaining an occupational license: Occupational License
How DK Anderson, S.C. Can Help with Traffic Violations
Our firm has successfully defended drivers against a wide range of traffic citations, including:
✔ Speeding tickets
✔ Reckless driving charges
✔ Failure to obey traffic signals
✔ Suspended license violations
✔ OWI-related traffic offenses
By working with DK Anderson, S.C., you gain an experienced legal team that understands how to:
- Challenge traffic citations and reduce demerit points
- Negotiate reduced penalties or amended citations
- Prevent automatic license suspensions and revocations
Take Action Now – Free Consultation
A traffic citation doesn’t have to jeopardize your license or increase your insurance rates. Contact DK Anderson, S.C. today to discuss your defense options.
📞 Call (608) 204-5807 to protect your driving privileges.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Wisconsin Traffic Citations
For most drivers, a license suspension occurs at 12 points. However, for probationary or temporary license holders, suspensions start at 6 points.
Yes. Many drivers successfully contest citations, leading to dismissals, reduced penalties, or amended violations that do not add demerit points.
Yes. A traffic attorney can negotiate for a reduced fine without demerit points, alternative sentencing options, or a dismissal due to procedural errors.
An occupational license allows you to drive for work, school, and essential needs while your regular license is suspended. You must apply with the Wisconsin DMV and meet specific eligibility requirements.
Yes. A traffic conviction may cause insurance rates to increase, sometimes significantly, for several years. Contesting a ticket can help prevent higher premiums.
Our Practice Areas
Drunk Driving
Whether you are charged with a first offense, or a fifth offense, our Wisconsin OWI attorneys can help.
Violent Crimes
A conviction for any one of Wisconsin's violent crimes will have significant consequences.
Drug Charges
Our Wisconsin Drug charge attorneys know the law and how to apply that law in the court room.
Domestic Violence
A conviction for a domestic violence charge in Wisconsin has additional consequences.
Property Crimes
Wisconsin property crimes include theft, forgery, and criminal damage to property.
Sex Offenses
Not much will change your life like a conviction for one of Wisconsin's sex offense charges.
Traffic Citations
Although less serious than a criminal charge, a traffic citation can effect your driver's license.