Traffic & Misdemeanors
Articles filed under traffic & misdemeanors.
Towed Car in Alabama? What the New Reporting Rule Means
A new Alabama law lets tow companies report towed cars to the state right away. Here's how to find a towed vehicle and which deadlines and fees to watch.
Alabama's New Law Makes Fleeing Police in a Car a Felony
Since October 1, running from police in a vehicle is a felony in Alabama, with steeper penalties for injuries, kids in the car, and repeat offenses.
When the Driver Doesn't Stop: What Alabama Families Should Know After a Hit-and-Run
Two Alabama hit-and-run deaths made news this week. A Pelham lawyer explains police reports, uninsured motorist coverage, and deadlines after a driver flees.
Alabama's New Dog Tethering Law Is Now in Effect. Here's What Dog Owners Should Know.
On October 1, a new Alabama law went into effect that a lot of dog owners haven't heard much about yet. It's called Beau's Law. It spells out how a dog can be tied up or kept outside, and if you get it wrong, you can be charged with a crime. I'd rather you read about it here than hear about it from an animal control officer at your front gate.
Alabama's New Safe Streets Act Took Effect October 1. Here's What It Means If You're Charged After a Wreck.
Alabama's Safe Streets Act took effect Oct. 1, 2026, raising penalties for DUI deaths and leaving the scene of a crash. A Pelham lawyer explains what it means if you're charged after a wreck.
What an Alabama Traffic Ticket or Misdemeanor Can Really Cost
Points, license suspension, insurance, jobs, and municipal court—why paying a ticket is not always the cheap option. General information, not legal advice.