Wisconsin Traffic Citation Attorney

Madison, WI

(608) 204-5807

Aggressively Traffic Citation Defense Across Southern Wisconsin

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.

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.

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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 reckless driving, 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.

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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 & License Suspensions

License TypePoint AccumulationLicense Suspension Duration
Probationary & Temporary Licenses6+ Points6 months – 1 year
Regular & CDL Licenses12 – 16 Points2 months
Regular & CDL Licenses17 – 22 Points4 months
Regular & CDL Licenses23 – 30 Points6 months
Regular & CDL Licenses30+ Points1 year

Common Traffic Violations & Demerit Points

  • Reckless Driving – 6 Points
  • Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) – Automatic License Revocation
  • Speeding (20+ mph over limit) – 6 Points
  • Failure to Obey Traffic Signals – 4 Points
  • Driving Without a Valid License – 3 Points
  • Minor Speeding Violations (1-10 mph over limit) – 2 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 & employment-related activities
✔ School & 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 & reduce demerit points
  • Negotiate reduced penalties or amended citations
  • Prevent automatic license suspensions & 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 or Schedule a Consultation 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.