Traffic Ticket Tips & Legal Insights
Straight-forward advice for Nevada drivers — from Cap & Kudler's traffic defense attorneys in Las Vegas.
How Many Traffic Violations Are You Committing Right Now?
Stopping in a crosswalk to pick someone up seems harmless — but under Nevada law, that single act can add up to four separate violations, and in extreme cases, even a felony. Here's the breakdown.
How Many Traffic Violations Are You Committing Right Now?
Stopping your car in a crosswalk — even briefly, even just to grab a passenger — isn't one violation. It's potentially four. And depending on what happens next, it could even become a felony.
Your Teen Got a Traffic Ticket in Clark County. Here Is What Happens Next.
When a minor receives a traffic citation in Nevada, the rules are different from adult court — and the stakes are higher than most parents realize. Here's how Clark County's Juvenile Court handles these cases.
Flock Cameras in Nevada: Surveillance Tool or Traffic Enforcement Device?
Flock cameras are spreading rapidly across Nevada, photographing every vehicle that passes by — not just those committing violations. Here's what they capture, what the law says, and what it means if you get a traffic ticket.
Can Traffic Cameras Be Used to Enforce Traffic Laws in Nevada?
Nevada has banned automated traffic cameras since 1999 — but the 2025 legislative session created the first real exception. Here's what the law actually says, what changed, and what constitutional questions remain.
Nevada E-Bike and E-Scooter Laws: What Clark County Riders Need to Know
Electric bikes and e-scooters are everywhere in Las Vegas — but the rules governing them are more detailed than most riders realize. Here's what Nevada law and Clark County ordinances require.
Traffic Tickets and Car Insurance: What Nevada Drivers Need to Know
A moving violation conviction in Nevada doesn't just add points to your license — it can follow you on your insurance for years. Here's how it works and how to avoid it.
Got a Traffic Ticket as a Visitor to Las Vegas? Here's What to Do
You don't live in Nevada, but the ticket is very real. Here's how Las Vegas traffic tickets work for out-of-state drivers — and why you shouldn't just pay it and move on.
Rev Up Your Convenience: Why Nevada's Online DMV System Changes Everything for Drivers
Discover how Nevada's online DMV system revolutionizes driver license renewals. Learn about 24/7 access, time savings, and convenience — renew your Nevada drivers license from home today.
How Nevada's Traffic Law Changes Affect Your Case — And Why It Still Pays to Have an Attorney
Nevada amended most traffic citations from criminal misdemeanors to civil infractions. Officers no longer have to appear in court, and the burden of proof is lower. Here's what that means for you.
Can You Fight a Traffic Ticket Yourself in Las Vegas?
Technically, yes — you can represent yourself at Las Vegas Justice Court. But understanding what you're actually walking into before you decide is worth a few minutes.
Winning or Losing Is All in the Details
A recent red light case illustrates why traffic ticket defense is often decided not on the road, but in the paperwork — and how a careful read of a citation can be the difference between liability and dismissal.
How to Read Your Las Vegas Traffic Ticket
Your citation has more information on it than most people realize — and some of it is time-sensitive. Here's how to read it and what to do first.
What Happens If You Ignore a Traffic Ticket in Nevada?
Ignoring a Nevada traffic ticket doesn't make it go away — it can lead to a suspended license, a warrant, and fines that keep climbing. Here's what actually happens.
How the Nevada Point System Works (and Why It Matters)
Nevada assigns points to your driving record for each traffic violation. Accumulate too many and you lose your license. Here's how the system works and how to protect your record.
Should You Hire an Attorney for a Las Vegas Traffic Ticket?
Paying the fine on a Nevada traffic ticket is usually the most expensive option in the long run. Here's what an attorney can actually do for you — and when it makes sense to hire one.
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