Facing a traffic ticket or misdemeanor in Troy, MI? Ajrouch Law protects your record and your rights.
Speeding and moving violations
Careless driving and reckless driving
Driving on a suspended, revoked, or denied license (DWLS)
Defending Against Intersection and Insurance Citations
Improper or no insurance citations
Commercial driver (CDL) violations
License restoration and Secretary of State points issues
Misdemeanor traffic offenses and related charges
Michigan assigns points to your driving record for most moving violations, and those points are the real cost of a ticket — not the fine. Points stay on your record for two years from the date of conviction, and they accumulate. Reach 12 points and the Secretary of State can require a driver assessment and reexamination; a pattern of violations can lead to suspension. Insurers also pull your record, and even a few points can raise your premium at renewal for years.
Here is roughly how common Troy citations map to points under Michigan’s schedule. Confirm specifics for your ticket, but this is the framework we work within:
| Violation | Points | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speeding 1–10 mph over | 2 | Often reducible to a non-point offense |
| Speeding 11–15 mph over | 3 | Common target for reduction |
| Speeding 16+ mph over / Careless Driving | 4 | Higher insurance impact |
| Disobeying a Traffic Signal or Sign | 3 | Frequent intersection citation |
| Failure to Yield / Improper Passing | 3 | — |
| Reckless Driving | 6 | Misdemeanor, not just a civil infraction |
| Driving on a Suspended License | MISD. | Criminal charge; record and license at risk |
Troy sits on I-75, and a large share of citations go to drivers passing through rather than living in the city. If you were ticketed in Troy but live elsewhere, ignoring the citation is the worst option: an unresolved Michigan ticket can lead to a hold on the matter, added costs, and consequences that follow you home through the interstate Driver License Compact, which shares conviction information between most states.
In many of these cases we can resolve the matter without requiring you to travel back to Michigan for a hearing. Contact us with the citation and we will explain what is realistic for your situation.
Here is roughly how common Troy citations map to points under Michigan’s schedule. Confirm specifics for your ticket, but this is the framework we work within:
Traffic and misdemeanor matters arising in Troy are handled by the 52nd District Court, 4th Division (52-4) in Troy, which also serves several surrounding communities. Knowing how this court moves a case helps you understand the path ahead:
Civil infractions (most tickets)
For a civil infraction you can request an informal hearing, where you and the officer appear before a magistrate without attorneys, or a formal hearing, where attorneys are permitted and the rules of evidence apply. In many cases we negotiate with the prosecuting attorney or the officer before a hearing to amend the charge to a lesser, non-point offense, which resolves the matter without a contested trial.
Misdemeanors
A misdemeanor such as reckless driving or driving on a suspended license begins with an arraignment, where the charge and possible penalties are read and a plea is entered, followed by a pre-trial conference where we work with the prosecutor on a resolution, and trial if no fair resolution is reached. For many of these matters we can appear on your behalf so you do not have to take time off work, depending on the charge.
Troy court quick reference
Court: 52-4 District Court, Troy (serves Troy and nearby communities)
Civil infractions: informal hearing (no attorneys) or formal hearing (attorneys permitted)
Misdemeanors: arraignment → pre-trial → trial; attorney may appear on your behalf for many matters
Not every ticket is the same kind of problem. Most moving violations are civil infractions, which carry fines and points but are not crimes. Others are misdemeanors that carry the possibility of jail, probation, and a criminal record, including reckless driving, driving on a suspended or revoked license, and operating while intoxicated. The difference determines what is at stake and how the case must be handled.
Operating while intoxicated (OWI/DUI)
Alcohol- and drug-related driving charges are criminal matters with their own procedures, license consequences, and long-term record implications that go well beyond a standard ticket. If your stop in Troy involved suspected impairment, treat it as a criminal charge from the start and speak with us before any court date.
Clearing a prior record
If a past misdemeanor is still on your record, Michigan’s expungement law has expanded in recent years, and some offenses now set aside automatically while others can be cleared by application. We can review whether a prior Troy or Oakland County conviction may now be eligible to be set aside.
If you hold a commercial driver’s license, a Troy traffic ticket carries higher stakes than it does for an ordinary driver. CDL holders are held to a stricter standard, certain violations cannot be kept off the record through the diversion options available to others, and a serious or repeat violation can lead to disqualification that ends your ability to work. Even a ticket received in your personal vehicle can count against your commercial privileges.
For drivers whose income depends on a clean record — truck drivers on I-75, delivery and commercial operators moving through Troy’s business districts — we treat these citations accordingly and work to protect both the license and the livelihood behind it.
Throughout the process we keep you informed and make sure the major decisions are yours to make, with our guidance.
Free Consultation
We review what happened, explain your options, and answer your questions at no cost.
Investigation
We gather evidence, records, photos, and witness statements to build your case.
Treatment & Documentation
We track your medical care and document the full impact your injuries have had on your life.
Demand & Negotiation
We present a fully documented demand package and negotiate aggressively with the insurance company.
Litigation if Needed
If the insurer refuses to be reasonable, we are fully prepared to file suit and take your case to trial.
Choosing the right attorney after an injury affects every part of your case, from how your claim is valued to how hard your lawyer is willing to fight when the insurer says no.
- More than a decade of Michigan personal injury and no-fault litigation experience
- Hundreds of first-party, third-party, and no-fault cases handled
- Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2019-2023) and Super Lawyers (2024-2025)
- Contingency fees - no cost to you unless we recover compensation
- Direct attorney access, with service in both English and Arabic
- A trial-ready approach that insurers take seriously
Ajrouch Law helps Troy clients with more than one type of case. Explore our other local services:
Personal Injury
Holding Negligent Parties Fully Accountable
Car Accident
Crashes on Troy's freeways and surface streets.
Wrongful Death
Claims for families who lost a loved one to negligence.
Slip and Fall
Premises liability against negligent property owners.
Dog Bite
Strict-liability claims for dog attack victims.
We represent Troy Traffic clients in communities near Troy. As those city pages launch, each links to the matching local service page:
Should I just pay my Troy traffic ticket?
Paying a ticket is an admission of responsibility that adds points to your license and can raise your insurance for years. In many cases a ticket can be reduced or amended to a non-point offense. It's worth speaking with us before you pay.
How many points will a Troy ticket add to my license?
It depends on the violation — most range from 2 to 4 points, while reckless driving carries 6 and is a misdemeanor. Points stay on your record for two years and accumulate. We work to reduce or eliminate the points, which usually matters more than the fine.
Will points affect my insurance?
Yes. Points on your Michigan record can increase your premiums at renewal and, if they accumulate, put your license at risk. Reducing or avoiding points is often the main goal of fighting a ticket.
What's the difference between a civil infraction and a misdemeanor?
Most moving violations are civil infractions — fines and points, but not crimes. Some, such as reckless driving, driving on a suspended license, or operating while intoxicated, are misdemeanors that carry possible jail and a criminal record. We handle both.
I have a CDL. Is a ticket more serious for me?
Yes. Commercial drivers are held to a stricter standard, some violations can't be kept off the record the way they can for other drivers, and serious or repeat violations can lead to disqualification. Even a ticket in your personal vehicle can count against your commercial privileges.
I was ticketed on I-75 in Troy but live in another state. What should I do?
Don't ignore it. An unresolved Michigan ticket can follow you home through the interstate Driver License Compact. In many cases we can resolve the matter without you traveling back to Michigan. Send us the citation and we'll explain your options.
Do I have to appear in court?
It depends on the charge. For many traffic matters and some misdemeanors we can appear on your behalf at the 52-4 District Court in Troy, so you don't have to take time off work.
How much do you charge for traffic and misdemeanor cases?
Traffic and misdemeanor defense is handled differently from injury cases, which are contingency-based. Contact us and we'll explain the fee for your specific matter up front.
If you’re facing a ticket or misdemeanor charge in Troy, contact Ajrouch Law to discuss your options before you pay or plead. The sooner we review the citation, the more room there usually is to protect your record.
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