What is the best plea for a speeding ticket?
Plead not guilty when the goal is contesting the charge or pursuing a more favorable outcome; it preserves the right to a hearing.
The best pleas are ones for 0-point violations (like a parking ticket or equipment ticket). Not every court will be that generous, however. Plead guilty only when accepting a conviction and paying the fine and surcharges, and you are aware of all of the consequences. In NYC TVB, plea bargaining is generally not available; the case is usually decided at a full hearing.
Key Things to Know:
- The best pleas are ones for 0-point violations (like a parking ticket or equipment ticket)
- Not every court will be that generous, however
- Plead guilty only when accepting a conviction and paying the fine and surcharges, and you are aware of all of the consequences
- In NYC TVB, plea bargaining is generally not available; the case is usually decided at a full hearing
The right next step depends on the court, the facts, and the driver's record, so it helps to review the ticket before deciding how to proceed.