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Helping You Fight Misdemeanor Charges And Traffic Offenses

Last updated on February 13, 2025

While misdemeanors and traffic violations do not carry the serious penalties of a felony charge, they can still have a permanently damaging effect on your record. When facing a misdemeanor or traffic charge, many people plead guilty because they do not think they can fight the charge. Unfortunately, those charges can hinder you long after you pay your fines and serve your time.

If you have been charged with a traffic offense or misdemeanor in Kentucky, our lawyer at Shumate, Flaherty & Eubanks, PSC, can help. Attorney Michael Eubanks has skillfully represented numerous clients facing an array of misdemeanors and traffic offenses. This type of experience is difficult to come by, making him an invaluable asset if you have been arrested and charged with a crime in Madison County or a nearby community.

How Do Misdemeanor Charges Work?

Kentucky divides misdemeanors into two classes, Class A and Class B, with Class A being more serious. Misdemeanors consist of a wide range of crimes, including petty theft under $500, trespassing, minor assault and driving under the influence (DUI). The penalties for misdemeanors in Kentucky are as follows:

  • For a Class A misdemeanor, the term shall not exceed 12 months.
  • For a Class B misdemeanor, the term shall not exceed 90 days.

While many view a traffic violation as more of an inconvenience than a real problem, too many offenses or a serious violation can jeopardize your driver’s license. Our lawyer represents motorists facing traffic offenses for driving without insurance, speeding tickets and parking violations.

You May Be Eligible For Expungement

Traffic offenses and misdemeanors can be expunged from your record, meaning that previous charges could be removed at a court’s discretion, provided that an offender has served their time in jail or paid the necessary fines and fees and the legally required period of time has elapsed. You can learn whether you qualify by speaking to our Richmond criminal defense attorney in person.

Take Action Against A Kentucky Traffic Offense

To learn how our lawyer can help you, schedule a free consultation at our Richmond office by calling 859-353-0878. You can also send us an email to get in touch online.