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	A continuance is the moving of a trial date to a later date. A continuance is the moving of a trial date to a later date. The prosecution or the defense may request a continuance for any of several reasons. Work conflicts, school schedules, health problems, vacations and the need for more preparation time are all acceptable reasons for requesting a continuance. You can request a continuance by contacting the COURT, via the court clerk, and explaining why you need it.

Pittsburgh Traffic Violation lawyers specialize in the field of traffic laws and violations of traffic laws. From minor parking meter citations to major speeding tickets and DUI cases, our Traffic lawyers are willing to fight for you in court.

	Speeding-Related Traffic Fatalities by R
	*Of the total number of speeding-related fatalities in 2003, 6,015 occurred on roads with posted speed limits between 55 and 65 mph, and 898 occurred on roads with speed limits above 65 mph.The total column for speeding-related fatalities includes fatalities that occurred on roads for which the speed limit was unknown. in Pennsylvania Total Traffic Fatalities 1,577 Total Speeding Fatalities 652 less then >55 mph on Interstate 42 unknown # 55 mph Interstate 30 55 mph Non-Interstate 177 50 mph Non-Interstate 12 45 mph Non-Interstate 124 40 mph Non-Interstate 66 35 mph Non-Interstate 115 <35 mph Non-Interstate 47 Source: National Center for Statistics and Analysis

Pittsburgh's traffic violation laws are like those in most other states. If you commit three speeding and/or misdemeanor traffic violations within 18 months, your license will be revoked for at least six months.

Naturally, there are many other consequences for traffic violations and driving violations such as DUI's.

The punishment in drunk driving cases is set forth by the state statutes and can be incredibly complex. The basic Pittsburgh statute determines the range of possible sentences, with modifications for such things as:

• Having a prior conviction within seven years
• Speeding 20 mph over the limit
• Having a child under 14 in the car
• Having a blood alcohol content reading over .20%
• Refusing to submit to chemical testing

Some of the most common Traffic Violations include:

• Child Restraint Law
• Child Safety Seat
• Cutting Corner
• Disregard Traffic Control Device
• Driver's License (DL) Violation
• Failure to Fasten Seat Belt
• Failure to Yield Right-of-Way
• Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility (vehicle insurance)
• Improper Turns
• Running Red Lights
• Ran Stop Sign
• State Registration Law

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Pittsburgh Audio & Video         High Court to Rule on Use of Dogs in Traffic Stops Audio, RM, 44 Kbps, 3:53, 11/10/2004 The Supreme Court will hear arguments on whether police may bring in drug-sniffing dogs when stopping someone for a traffic violation. Source: National Public Radio

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