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If you are a truck driver or trucking company who has received a fine for violating the Pawtucket River Bridge axle restriction and weight limit, you are not alone. A recent article in the Providence Journal disclosed that since November 2007 over 5,600 truckers have been charged with violating the bridge's weight limit. In February 2009 alone, over 441 stops resulted in weight limit fines and obedience to traffic control devices.
At the Law Offices of Matthew T. Marin, Esquire, Inc. we provide experienced local representation for truck drivers and trucking companies. With our knowledge and experience navigating the rules and procedures at the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal, we will fight to reduce the amount of your fine and argue to have your ticket dismissed. Whether you are facing a $3,000 ticket for your first offense or a $5,000 ticket for a subsequent offense, call today and speak directly with Attorney Matthew Marin about your legal options.
Contact us for a free evaluation of your case by calling (401) 228-8271.
A traffic ticket alleging violation of the Axle Restriction on the Pawtucket River Bridge can be a costly matter for truckers and trucking companies. In addition to the fine, out of state companies and drivers face the dilemma of being forced to pay the ticket or travel to Rhode Island to defend the ticket. At the Law Offices of Matthew T. Marin, Esquire, Inc. we can help. In most cases, we can get the Court's approval and waive your appearance. This means that we can defend your case at the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal without the need for you to appear in court.
If you have received an infamous Pawtucket River Bridge Traffic Ticket, contact our Law Offices as soon as possible so that we can discuss your legal rights and options. The relevant portions of the Section 31-13-4 are located below.
Obedience to Traffic Control Device Statute
§ 31-13-4 Obedience to devices. –
The driver of any vehicle shall obey the instructions of any official traffic control device applicable to him or her placed in accordance with the provisions of chapters 12 – 27 of this title, unless otherwise directed by a traffic or police officer, subject to the exceptions granted the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle in those chapters. Violations of this section are subject to fines enumerated in § 31-41.1-4.
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