Beating a Speeding Ticket in New York

Receiving a traffic ticket in New York isn't a pleasant experience no matter where it happens. But if you're a New York driver, a ticket is not only unpleasant, it can also be expensive and threaten your ability to drive. It's important, therefore, to do everything you can to reduce the costs and points associated with conviction of a New York traffic offense. At the Kenneth S. Feraru Nassau County law firm, we have represented many individuals seeking to beat a speeding ticket in New York or parking ticket.

Traffic Violations in New York

New York uses a point system to track driving violations for drivers with in-state licenses. Points are tallied over an 18-month period. If you receive eleven or more in an 18-month period your license is suspended. Note that this system is completely separate from the point systems used by insurance companies to determine vehicle policy rates. Regardless, speeding and other moving violations are likely to increase your premiums.

Whether you're guilty or not, there are several things to keep in mind at the time of the alleged violation:

• Be pleasant and polite to the officer.
• Roll down the window and stay in the car, unless the officer tells you to get out of the car.
• Do not admit guilt.

If you feel you've been unjustly ticketed, you should:

• Write down all you can remember about the incident.
• Don't be in a rush to pay the fine. Once you pay the ticket, you admit guilt; the points go on your record; and your insurance rates may increase.
• Be sure to address the ticket within the given timeframe. Ignoring it will not make it go away.

Traffic Violation Defense in New York

New York allows drivers to enter a pleas and schedule court dates online. You are completely within your rights to fight the ticket by yourself. Remember, though, that civil traffic cases will be decided by a judge, not a jury. Further, ticket issued in New York City, Queens parts of Suffolk Country, Buffalo, or Rochester are handled by the DMV's Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB), which generally does not permit plea bargaining. In other parts of the state, plea bargains are allowed in traffic cases.

Because it can be complicated, confusing, and time-consuming to represent yourself effectively, many people find that it is to their advantage to retain a Long Island attorney who understands New York traffic laws in order to try and get out of a speeding ticket in New York.

If you've received a New York traffic ticket and are concerned about its impact on your driving record and insurance rates, contact Long Island lawyer Kenneth S. Feraru for a confidential, no-cost consultation. He's helped many motorists avoid the unwelcome consequences of traffic violations.

Call us at (516) 535-3333, toll free at (866) 529-3030, or use our convenient web contact form to discuss your New York traffic violation.