Traffic Defense Strategy: How an Attorney Prepares Your Case

A behind-the-scenes look at how a Maryland traffic lawyer builds a strong legal defense.

Key Steps in Building a Defense | Maryland Attorney Insight

✔ Reviewing the Citation

Your attorney examines every detail, including:

• Officer notes and observations
• Radar/laser calibration records
• Accuracy and completeness of the citation
• Any video or photographic evidence

✔ Analyzing Your Driving Record

A clean MVA record can help secure:

• PBJ (Probation Before Judgment)
• Reduced charges
• No-point outcomes

✔ Mitigation Planning

Mitigation steps strengthen your defense and may include:

• Defensive driving courses
• Employment-impact statements
• Character letters
• Proof of community involvement

✔ Court Preparation

Attorney Ostroff prepares a thorough defense packet, including:

• Legal arguments
• Supporting exhibits
• Mitigation documents
• Case-specific strategies based on the assigned judge

✔ In-Court Advocacy

Your lawyer presents:

• Factual challenges
• Strong mitigation
• Legal defenses
• Negotiations with the State’s Attorney

✔ Outcome Negotiation

The goal is clear:

• No points
• Reduced charges
• PBJ
• Or dismissal when possible

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Attorney Bennett “Ben” Ostroff — Maryland Traffic Ticket Defense