We are often asked the question: “How Much is a Speeding ticket in NY?”. The literal answer for a first conviction is that a New York state speeding fine costs between $45 and $600. For speeding 1 to 10 mph over the limit the range is $45 to $150. For speeding 11 mph to 30 mph, the range is $90 to $300. Finally, for speeding 31 mph or more, the range is $180 to $600. For a second speeding conviction, the maximum fine can be increased by up to $150 and for a third, it can be increased by up to $375.
Of course, these ranges of fines do not include the $88-$93 additional New York State speeding fine surcharged imposed on all moving violations. Additionally, it does not include the Driver Assessment Fee that is imposed on motorists who accumulate 6 or more points on their licenses. This fee is $300 for 6 points and $75 for every point above 6.
However, there are many other NY speeding ticket costs. For example, it is not widely known (or enforced) but a judge can also impose up to 15 days in jail for a speeding 1 to 10 mph speeding ticket, and up to 30 days for 11+ mph speeding ticket.
New York Speeding Ticket Fines and Points
On the other hand, most of you know that speeding tickets result in points being added to your driver license. In the state of New York, a speeding ticket carries a total of 3 to 11 points. Below is an overview of NY speeding ticket points:
Speeding 1 to 10 MPH: 3 points
Speeding 11 to 20 MPH: 4 points
Speeding 21 to 30 MPH: 6 points
Speeding 31 to 40 MPH: 8 points
Speeding 41+ MPH: 11 points
Beyond the points, another speeding ticket cost is that it can result in a license suspension or revocation. Some judges will suspend a motorist for just one 8-point or 11-point speeding ticket conviction. Some will suspend for two speeding convictions. The DMV can suspend your license if you accumulate 11 or more points within 18 months (from speeding convictions or otherwise). Finally, three speeding convictions within 18 months will result in an automatic and mandatory 6-month revocation of driver’s license.
Another cost of a speeding ticket conviction involves your automobile insurance rates. By law, a New York insurance company cannot raise your rates for one speeding conviction of 15 mph above the limit (or less) if you have an otherwise clean record. For a higher speeding ticket or multiple convictions, however, your auto insurance rates can be hiked. The only option to address a hike is to take the Driver Safety Class that takes 10% off your insurance rates.
As you can see, there are many NY speeding ticket costs. You, therefore, should always be aware of speed limits and heed your speedometer. For 20+ years, our NYC law firm has helped thousands of motorists each year fight their traffic tickets throughout New York State and keep their licenses as clean as possible. Feel free to call us at 212-683-7373 or email us at lawyer@nytrafficticket.com for a free consultation.
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I was clocked doing 85mph in a 65mph zone on I-86 in Friendship Town, just east of Olean, NY, leaving my son’s graduation from St. Bonaventure University. The day before, was my Aunt’s funeral in Queens. I had an 11pm flight to catch back to Los Angeles. I plead guilty and mailed all the details of my itinerary that weekend, including a copy of the obituary and graduation program. They didn’t dismiss the ticket but it was a $200 fine, plus a $93 surcharge, $293 total. Did I catch a break?
Robby James,
You got 6 points and a routine fine amount. You will also get a $300 Driver Assessment Fee in 30 days.
MattheW Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I am getting a speeding ticket going 42 from 25 instead In Manhattan (first time in my life been pullover). That’s 17mph over or 4 point will be added to my license. should I fight for the ticket or plea guilty and how much I need to pay if plea G?
Thanks,
Tony
Tony,
You should plead not guilty as this is the only way to possibly obtain a more favorable result. If you plead guilty, you will be roughly a $200 fine.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew. I got a ticket for going 58 in a 40. I was in plain sight and alone in the car. What should I do? Should I plead guilty? How would I even try to fight this ticket?
thanks
Jill M,
The only way to possibly obtain a more favorable result is by pleading not guilty. Outside the Traffic Violations Bureau system, you can likely negotiate this down to a less serious charge.
Matthew Weiss
Hi ,
I hold a Ohio license,I got a ticket in Hancock Village,NY
For speeding 86/55 and I got 2 tickets totaling 4 points on my driving license from the past in Ohio…and the NYS officer gave me a document and said either I should plead it or defend it in person or by mail.
Please let me know if I can do anything to reduce the impact on my license and also can I heir a lawyer for this case to defend on behalf of me .
Thanks
Siddarth,
You should plead not guilty as this is the only way to possibly save NY points, and you can hire a traffic lawyer to represent you.
Matthew Weiss
Mr.Weiss
I was given a speeding ticket last night 1:15 am in Bedford Hills N.Y. 53mph in a 30mph from a local cop.. ouch I know. The worst part is I drive a commercial vehicle for a living and this happen while at work in my work truck. I live/work out of CT I have a clean driving record no tickets no accidents nothing. I drive over 300miles a day for work from CT N.Y. NJ back to CT and for the past 10months same route every night never any issues. I don’t believe i was going as quick as he said I was but he said it was on radar. The speed limit flips alot from 40 to 30 and 30 to 40 throughout not sure where he was he flipped his lights on as I parked in my destination parking lot. I know this isn’t a good reason but after driving for over 2 hours I had an emergency restroom situation going down I had no other options where to stop hence my hurry down the last mile or so to my 1st stop of the night where I know for sure there’s a restroom I can use. I need your professional advice how to handle my situation. I don’t mind driving to N.Y. court or donation but Its the possible points against my license that I’m really concerned about.
Thank you sir
Danny,
Sorry to hear about your ticket. You should plead not guilty. On your court date, you will be able to conference the case with the Bedford Hills prosecutor and likely negotiate this 6-point, NY speeding ticket down to a less serious charge. Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Was doing 87 in a 55 car got hit the very same week I got the ticket didn’t realize I missed my court date until maybe 3 weeks later what should I do
Timtohy,
Contact the court immediately and try and get the case restored to the calendar.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I am from India and was driving a rental car when I received a speed violation ticket – 102/65.
Unfortunately it was on an consecutive upward-downward sloping road where I completely forgot to control my speed and by the time I started braking/reducing speed, the cop spotted me.
The problem is that I am returning back to my country in the next 2 days, so not sure as to how can I pay for this ticket as it first requires me to send this ticket to court by mail after mentioning ‘Guilty or Not Guilty’. Then the court decides the amount to pay?
Can i pay online after leaving USA, considering this would take more than 2 days to process.
Also, i was using my India driver’s license, so there is no question of points accumulation but do I have to pay the additional fees apart from the speeding fine?
Thanks
Sameer,
The fine amount is discretionary. However, you can also receive jail time for this 11-point speeding ticket. I suggest that you consult with (if not hire) an experienced NY traffic ticket lawyer, especially given that you’re leaving the country soon.
Matthew Weiss
Mr. Weiss,
Today I was given a ticket for driving 83 in a 65, ️on interstate 87 by Schroon town NY. I am 18 and it is my first infraction. I live 6 hours from the courthouse, and some people I talked to reccomended pleading guilty by mail. What are the options I have and which make the most sense? Thank you.
Ami,
The options are to plead guilty or not guilty. If you do not want to travel to the court, then you can retain an experienced NY traffic ticket lawyer to appear for you. I recommend that you plead not guilty as this ticket carries 4 points and can adversely affect your insurance rates.
Matthew Weiss
I’m from Georgia though.. Just passing through. Also as a side hint I’m 19 years old. I’ve done research however and the points won’t transfer to ga which is good, but just curious about the cost.
Alex, my research indicates otherwise. Specifically, points from a New York conviction WILL transfer to your Georgia license. The Georgia DMV will assess the amount of points that would have been assessed if the violation occurred in Georgia. The one exception is for a New York speeding ticket of 1-14 mph over the limit. These low speeding tickets do not carry points in Georgia and, therefore, will not transfer. Otherwise, we recommend that you fight this speeding ticket. Further, the conviction will be reported to the Georgia DMV and therefore your insurance company can learn about it. We therefore recommend that you speak with your insurance company if you are thinking about pleading guilty to this ticket.
Also, the approximate fine for a speeding ticket is around $200 (assuming it is less than 21 mph over the limit).
Matthew Weiss
Hey there,
So this was my first speeding ticket, I was on the I-85 going 82/65 just wondering what my ticket is going to be like when I mail it in. Thanks
Alex,
You should plead not guilty to this 4-point speeding ticket. If you do, you (or your NY traffic lawyer) can likely get this reduced to a less serious charge.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I am from Canada and got pulled over on the I-390 SB in Avoca, NY for doing 84 MPH in a 65 MPH zone. What are my options (guilty, Not guilty, pleading to a minor offense etc) and associated costs, and what if any would be the impact to my Canadian license and insurance rates? Please let me know.
Thanks,
Rishab
Rishab Shanker,
You should plead not guilty. If you do, you likely can get this reduced to a less serious charge in NY as well as in Ontario or Quebec.
Matthew Weiss
I was charged with going 80 in a 65 outside Albany. I hold an Ontario Licence. I see that it is 4 NY points and that transfers to 3 in Ontario. My insurance tells me any minor speed infraction (under 50 km) would affect my insurance the same regardless of the points. The drive alone is 5 hours. Should I plead guilty or is there a better option?
Rob,
I still recommend that you fight this ticket. If you do you may may be able to avoid any demerit points and even possibly avoid an insurance increase. If you cannot drive the 5 hours, then you can retain a NY traffic lawyer to appear in your place.
Matthew Weiss
Hello I’m from ny I recently received three tickets for speeding 95/55 and a following too close and unsafe lane change please help I don’t wanna go to jail it’s my first offense
Dayquan,
You need to plead not guilty. Further, because of the seriousness of your situation, I recommend that you consult with (if not retain) an experienced NY traffic ticket lawyer.
Matthew Weiss
My wife got a speeding ticket in Chautauqua county going 19 over in a 65. Says he didn’t give us a ticket for speeding but disobeying traffic control device. What’s more serious?
Danny,
The police officer was nice. He gave your wife a less serious charge. A disobey traffic control device is only a 2 point ticket while an 84/65 speeding ticket is 4 points and can hurt her insurance rates.
Matthew Weiss
Hey Matthew,
I received a ticket for going 52 in a 35, it was in a residential area but on a busy street (no stop signs but a lot of stop lights.) I have already put in a plea of not guilt to try and reduce the charges. This would be my first time ever getting pulled over/ticketed, any thing that I should know going into the court date? And in your opinion what would the fines look like?
Best,
Ian
Ian,
The fines for such an offense will be roughly $200. My general advice would be dress nice (business causal is okay) and be polite.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Hi
I got a ticket in guilder land going at 45 but allowed is 30. Cop gave me a ticket. I have had a ticket earlier which was accepted as guilty. should i be not pleading guilty for this to save points? if so, what is the procedure? Could you please let me know? Cop said, I need to present at Guilderland Court
RAM,
You should plead not guilty and the court will schedule a court date. On that date, you likely can conference the case with the prosecutor and negotiate a reduction in the charge.
Matthew Weiss
My husband got “speed in zone” ticket in NY state on our way to Canada. He was going 88 in a 65 zone. We are from Maryland. He has clean record in any state. What should we expect in terms of fine and points? Is it worse it making a 5 hr trip to the court? Should he just plea guilty?
Thank you!
Anna Frenkel,
If he pleads guilty, the fine will be roughly $250 and your husband will get 6 NY points. He will also be billed separately for $300 NYS Driver Assessment Fee. A NY conviction however will not transfer as points onto his MD license, but can adversely affect his auto insurance rates. If he pleads not guilty and appears in court (in-person or with a NY traffic lawyer for him), he likely can save the $300 Driver Assessment Fee and the NY points, and possibly avoid an insurance hike.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I was driving 85 on a 65 in Warren country, NY. I am 65 years old and I have a clean license with no traffic violations ever. I’m from PA.
So that’s a 20 over which results in 4 points in NY. I’m not sure how much that translates to PA points. Should I plead not guilty to avoid the $300 driver assessment fee & points on my license & insurance fees raise and try to fight off for a less serious charge?
That also means I’ll have to come to court in Warren, NY?
Peter J,
A 4-point speeding ticket (such as 85/65) will not subject you to the Driver Assessment Fee. Further, NY points do not transfer as points onto your PA license. However, a NY conviction will be reported to PA and, therefore, could negatively impact your auto insurance rates. Check with your insurance company before you make a trip to Warren County to see if this ticket actually will hurt you rates.
Matthew Weiss
Hello, i recently got a speeding ticket for going 92 on a 55 limit (37 over) . Im from nyc but i got the ticket at riverhead town going towards long Island. I have a clean record and this is my first violation ever. I seen 31 to 40 equals a 8 points on my lisence, what would be an idea of what i would have to pay and what type of outcome can i expect?
Irving,
You should plead not guilty and try and negotiate this ticket down to a less serious charge. If you do, you likely can save the $450 Driver Assessment Fee. Be prepared to pay roughly a $250 in fines.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
I recently received a speeding ticket in Cortlandville NY for doing 85 in a 65 on my way to Canada. I was one of four other vehicles going the same speed, yet I was the one pulled over. I live 4 hours away in NJ and the cop said to plead guilty since it would be a hike just to show up in court. I have a clean driving record. Would pleading guilty carry points on my license to NJ? What would the costs be for pleading guilty to this fine? Thanks.
Anthony
Anthony,
Answers in bold below.
Would pleading guilty carry points on my license to NJ? Yes, this 4-point NY ticket would transfer as 2 New Jersey points.
What would the costs be for pleading guilty to this fine? Approximately $200.
Matthew Weiss
Got a 82 in a 55 in greenwich ny two others got one two that where 65 in 45 that here behind me i was not going 82 what should I do
Shyanne,
You should plead to guilty. If you do, you likely can negotiate this down to a less serious charge.
Matthew Weiss
Hi. I received a ticket for going 91 mph on 684N (65 is the limit) in Bedford. I was issued a ticket with a supporting deposition. I live in NJ and do not have any points on my license. My daughter was screaming because she had to go to the bathroom and I was trying to get off at the exit. My understanding is that the 6 points will transfer as 2 points to NJ and my insurance says that it will not impact my rate (it allows up to 2 points without an increase). Should I fight it? I live 1.5 hours away. How much would I spend out of pocket if I simply plead guilty? Thanks in advance!
Susana,
If you plead guilty, you’ll be fined roughly $200 and have to pay a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. If you fight it, you likely can save the $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
Matthew Weiss
Got a Speeding ticket in East Greenbush NY, 65 in a 45 . Cop pulled me over without his lights on , didnt know he was pulling me over untill he pulled over then he put his lights on. I was going up hill and he was driving down hill. How accurate can this reading be on his radar gun he is while driving down hill and im driving up hill?
Patrick,
It is impossible to answer how accurate the officer’s radar was in your case but I can say that these devices are pretty accurate even for oncoming vehicles.
Matthew Weiss
Received an 81 in 65 in Junius NY. Live in NYC. Received the ticket on way to vaca. It’s been 12 days since I received the ticket. It’s over 4 hrs from my house. Plead guilty? What is your suggestion?
Kevin,
I recommend that you plead not guilty as this speeding ticket carries 4 points and can adversely affect your auto insurance rates (even if you have an otherwise clean record).
Matthew Weiss
Got a failure to stop at a stop sign ticket in Adirondacks nowheresville by a Trooper. When I approached the sign a car on my left was approaching and was signalling to turn left but there were two lefts, one for the thruway on-ramp and one for a road. The onramp was first for that driver. I turned right onto the road based on his signalling. He wound up not turning at the onramp and instead proceeded to the left that I too was going too. So it looked like I was trying to not stop and cut him off. A trooper was in his car near this. He ticketed me and the other guy went. I explained the guy’s signalling to the tropper and he said he didn’t see that. Ticket says mail in 48hrs to respond not guilty. But it is past that as I was on vacation and didn’t look at the ticket until afterwards so as to try not ruin vacation further.
Dave,
You should overnight your not guilty plea asap. It likely is not too late to enter a not guilty plea and attempt to negotiate this down to a more favorable charge.
Matthew Weiss
Hi I have a ticket speeding in school area northport NY , 20 is the speed limit, not sign where ending the restriction, I was 38 mph but front me a least quarter block sign 30 mph speed limit, what need a traffic Lawyer my driver license is clean for 15 years. . I wish you give me advice! !
Rodrigo,
You should plead not guilty. This is the only way to possible save points.
Matthew Weiss
I was pulled over doing 76 in a 55, county of Oneida, Trenton town court. What are the fines for this? I have a Wisconsin Drivers license, will the point carry over and how many. I will be going back how is it worth going to court?
Nick W,
This is a 6-point ticket that carries roughly a $200 fine plus a $300 Driver Assessment Fee and, if you are convicted and have other recent convictions, can lead to a suspension of your driving license or privileges. It can also adversely affect your insurance rates. We, therefore, recommend that you plead not guilty and fight this ticket. This the only way to possibly save NY points, money and avoid a possible insurance increase.
Points from a New York conviction will NOT transfer to you Wisconsin license, except if Wisconsin would mandatorily suspend or revoke (ex., reckless driving, DWI, leaving the scene of an accident, etc). Therefore, the generally will not affect your driving privileges in Wisconsin. However, the conviction will be reported to the Wisconsin DMV and therefore your insurance company can learn about it. We therefore recommend that you speak with your insurance company before you plead guilty to this ticket.
Matthew Weiss
Do you think that I should speak with the prosecutor or is this something that can get me in more trouble? Also if I do speak with him/her how do I address him, meaning like a judge is “Your Honor “.
Thank you
Charlie,
Yes speak to the prosecutor. You should be polite but do not have to address him or her as “Your Honor”.
Matthew Weiss
Hello,
I received a speeding ticket for 47 in a 30. Before I sped up to 47 I was doing the speed limit. It was roughly midnight and I was in the left lane and there was a car on my right that kept encroaching on my lane and staying within my blind spot. I decided rather than possibly incur an accident I would speed up and get passed the car and then move to the right lane. I did this and only held the speed for a moment before then making a right turn. The whole incident lasted seconds at best. As I turned the corner flashing lights were upon me instantly. The officer must have been traveling behind us at the time and I did not see him. When he came to the car he was rude and didn’t tell me why he pulled me over. I asked him if he was the car on my right and he feigned ignorance but then he retorted that that I had passed the car on my right with room to spare. He then proceeded to prepare my ticket and then the first words out of his mouth when he came back to my vehicle were that he suggested i plead Not Guilty. I ask you, since the officer told me to plead not guilty does that not imply that he himself thought me to not be guilty? I have a pre hearing coming up with the prosecuting attorney in a few weeks. What should I do? Thank you.
Charlie,
The fact that the police officer “told me to plead not guilty does NOT imply that he himself thought you to be not guilty”. He would not have issued the ticket if he believed your were not guilty. He likely said this to make you (or him) feel better.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
I got ticket for 91mph in 65 zone, in Steuben county, NY, on the way back from Canada trip.
I hold PA driver license, and while I would like to plead not guilty and reduce the fine, trip to the courthouse will take over 2 hours.
Any recommendations ?
thanks,
Gene
Gene,
If you do not want to appear in court, then you can retain a NY traffic lawyer to appear for you. Fighting it makes sense so save NY points and avoid NY’s $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
Matthew Weiss
I received a speeding ticket going 93 in a 50 on the belt parkway in Brooklyn. This is my first moving violation ever and have already hired a lawyer. My court date is in two days and as it comes closer to the day I am getting increasingly nervous as I can not afford to have my license suspended. In your opinion, do you think it will get reduced or will my license being suspended?
Jesse,
Given your otherwise clean record, you have a good chance to avoid a suspension. This is especially true if your traffic lawyer is a “regular” at this court. We regularly appear in this court and one of the things that we do try to avoid for our clients are judges that are most likely to suspend. If he is a “regular”, then he’ll know this info already.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Wife was tagged on radar going 83 in a 55 in Suffolk NY on CR97. She says she was in very heavy traffic (cars on all sides) going about 65-70. The officer asked her “where were you going at 83 mph” she said (ugh) late to a doctor’s appointment. She admits she was speeding, but no way was doing 83. We later received another ticket in the mail for uninsured motorist (she was insured, always has been) that was written an hour and 15 minutes later, which we don’t understand. Should we hire a lawyer or should I send her to court to fight these? Thanks.
AC,
This is a 6-point ticket that carries roughly a $200 fine plus a $300 Driver Assessment Fee and, if your wife is convicted and gets another conviction, it can lead to a suspension of her driving license or privileges. It can also adversely affect her insurance rates if she gets another moving violation conviction. We, therefore, highly recommend that your wife plead not guilty and fight this ticket. This the only way to possibly save points, money and avoid a possible insurance increase.
The insurance ticket will be dismissed upon production of proof of coverage.
In this court, you can handle yourself or hire a NY traffic ticket attorney. It depends on your time and level of anxiety.
Matthew Weiss
I had plea guilty for my speeding ticket via MAIL. Court received my ticket on June 29th and I have sent the return mailing envelope as well. But I see court didn’t MAIL me the ticket details.
My deadline for Ticket in the court is July 11th. Is it something I need to worried. Usually how long does Court takes to respond back.
Please advise
Sri,
Response times vary by court. I would call them Monday to make sure everything is in order.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I got pulled over driving 98 in 65 in Binghamton broome county. I’m holding Pennsylvania license and it’s my first offence. Should I plead this case and if so how should I do it? With a chance of 600$ fine and possibility of driving license suspension and insurance hike after I’m afraid it is too much for me as I work as a cook making 11$ an hour and currently jobless due to relocating. And yes I got pulled over on the first day I moved to Binghamton..
Maurice,
You should plead not guilty to this 8-point ticket. If you do and get this reduced to less than 6 NY points, you likely can NY points and avoid a $450 Driver Assessment Fee
Matthew Weiss
Hi, I got a ticket for speeding 59 MPH @ 40 MPH Zone, on 07/02/2016 11:22 PM, at W/B Route 5 @ First Street, Hamburg Town of – 1565, Erie County. Under NYS V & T Law’s Section: 1180D. I have a clean record.
Can you suggest, what do I need to do ?
Mahesh,
I suggest that you plead not guilty. This is the only way to possibly obtain a more favorable charge. Read some of the other comments for further insights into fighting a NY speeding ticket.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew, good morning, I was going north on NY thruway 77 in a 65 and trooper was coming south on the other side of the thruway he turn around and stop me with ticket 88 in a 65 i asking how he go my speed if he was speeding faster and i told him honestly i was going 77 he said if am not happy to pleas not guilty. The he gave the ticket with Supporting deposition report and say ( Charge bases on officers DIRECT OBSERVATION , speed verified by radar model stalker dual can i still fight this? or what to do thanks
Erwin E,
You should plead not guilty. If you do, you likely can negotiate this down to a less serious charge.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Got hit with a 78 in a 65 on I81, 5 in the morning with very few other cars on the road. Watertown Court. Only other prior is an 88 in a 65, 20 months ago so I believe those points are expired. Doubt it makes any difference but I’m military as well. Is Watertown good for trying to negotiate a lesser charge without a lawyer or would it be best off to just bite the bullet on this one?
Kevin,
You can handle this without a lawyer. Plead not guilty and appear on your scheduled court date. If you cannot work out a favorable plea deal (which I doubt), then you can always ask for a new date to retain counsel.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
I got a ticket for 82 in 65mph zone, this is my first ticket shoud I plead guilty or not guilty? Should I go for a diversion program to get reduction of ticket points
Raghav,
You should plead not guilty. If you are offered the Diversion program, then I recommend that you take it.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I got a speeding ticket going (79/55) in Connecticut. It was a $92 fine. I am almost 30 years old and have a very clean record, and this is my first speeding ticket! I am thinking to just plead guilty and pay the ticket since those points from Connecticut won’t transfer to my NY license according to DMV NY, and $92 isn’t that much comparing to a $300 one, but I am wondering if there any alternative and suggestions.
Teng,
No, assuming you have a NY license, based on the info that you write (low speed, CT ticket, clean record), you should just pay this one, in my opinion.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
I was just pulled over outside Cherry Valley, NY and given a citation for going 68 in a 55 zone. I am from Illinois and working in the area on a short term basis. I have had 2 speeding tickets in the past and attended traffic school in order to erase them from my record. What might my fine be if I plead guilty by mail? What is the best course of action in this case?
Best
Zach
Zach,
If you plead guilty, the fine will be roughly $200 to $250. However, if either of your two prior speeding convictions are within 36 months of this new one, then I would fight this ticket.
Matthew Weiss
I just got a ticket for going 75 in a 55 mile an hour zone on the Northern Parkway. I am from upstate area and returning home on a holiday weekend. I told the officer that I thought I was going about 60. I am an old person and I don’t speed. I seriously doubt his equipment was accurate as motorists were passing me on the right and the left as I was in the middle lane. I feel like he just randomly picked my car. I have spotless driving record. The ticket says I do not have to appear in court, just by mail. How do I go about fighting it. Can I fight it by mail?
Karen,
You can plead not guilty by mail but, then, on your scheduled court date, you or your traffic lawyer will have to appear in person.
Matthew Weiss
Hello, I just got pulled over yesterday for speeding down a bridge 90mph on a 40 speed limit. I started slowing slowing down once I was approaching the end. When the officer pulled me over I was going at 60. I am 18 years old with a clean record. What’s the best thing to do now ? I have court in a month
Benjamin Morales,
You need to plead not guilty. This is the only way to possibly beat this 11-point ticket. Keep in mind that in NYC, it is VERY hard to beat any traffic ticket, let alone a high speeding ticket (like yours). Consider hiring an experienced NY traffic lawyer to help you as you can be suspended for this ticket (even if you have a otherwise clean record).
Matthew Weiss
Hi Mr Weiss,
i just recently got a speeding ticket for going 83 mph in a 55 mph zone (on Rt 135 in NY). I am 20 years old and this is my first offense. I am considering pleading guilty because when i was pulled over the officer asked why i think i was being pulled over and the Supporting Deposition that i was given states i “substantially stated”, “I was speeding.” I dont think this will help at all if i planned on pleading not guilty, but i do fear all the points being added to my license and an increase on my insurance because im still under my parents. Should i even consider pleading not guilty?
Much thanks & appreciation
-Nikki K.
Nikki,
You definitely should plead not guilty! If you do, you likely can negotiate this down to a less serious charge at pre-trial conference.
Matthew Weiss
I was going 71 but slowed down to 65 by the time I saw the police officer but he put down 71 in a 55 .. And I just paid a ticket of 354$ and an assesment fee of 300$ A few months ago .. And the 71 in a 55 happened in mt. Pleasant NY
AM,
Since you paid the ticket already and haven’t asked a question, I’m not sure what advice you’re looking for.
Matthew Weiss
I just received a speeding ticket 70 in a 55. I’ve only have gotten one other previous ticket in 2012 which was pled guilty and paid the price. about how much would it cost and how many ppoints will go on my license? and should I try to fight this?
Amber,
If you plead guilty, you’ll get 4 points and roughly a $200 fine. We recommend that you plead not guilty. If you do, you likely can get the number of points reduced as part of a plea bargain.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
My husband just got on the Northway and was accelerating to pass the current traffic. We were discussing something and he didn’t realize he was going 81 mph in a 65 mph zone. Just got back from camping. We lived in Thurman for 11 yrs. But now we live in NJ so can’t appear in court. Should we just pay the fine?
Chris Critelli,
No, you should plead not guilty. Among other things, a conviction to this charge will transfer as 2 points onto your NJ license. If you do, you can likely save points and a possible insurance hike. If you cannot attend court, then you can retain a NY traffic lawyer to appear for you.
Matthew Weiss
I got a speeding ticket going 78 mph in 55 in suffolk county (Riverhead). I never had any tickets in years and had a very clean record. I want to ask you whats the fine and points for this ticket. Also how much does it cost to hire an attorney and whats going to cost me in total including the attorney fee and fines. Please give me an approximate amount. Or is it better of for me without a lawyer? Thank you very mcuh for your help!
Jenny,
The fine for a 78/55 is roughly $250 plus a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. A traffic lawyer will charge you roughly $350 to $500. If you fight this case, you likely can save the $300 Driver Assessment Fee as well as some points. A more favorable reduction could also help avoid an auto insurance hike.
Matthew Weiss
Hello mathew i recieved a speeding ticket doing 75 in a 50 zone in brooklyn on the beltparkway. Do you think i can fight this ticket ? And avoid getting these points on my licence.
Andrew Badillo,
You can definitely fight it (winning is difficult but you have nothing to lose by pleading not guilty).
Matthew Weiss
What if you are from out of state with a rental and cannot appear?
Lori Fiduccia,
If you cannot personally appear, then you can retain a NY traffic ticket lawyer to appear in your place.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
I got a speeding ticket going 76 in a 55. That is 6 points and fines. It is a 1180b, traffic infraction ticket. I was not driving recklessly but I read anything over 20mph is considered reckless. The officer didn’t say anything about that to me and on ticket it’s marked traffic infraction NOT misdemeanor so I’m assuming I’m ok. Do you recommend hiring a lawyer or will I be ok going in by myself pleading not guilty. I’m 29 and this is the first time I very got pulled over. I have a clean license. Alot of people have said where it’s my first offense plead not guilty and don’t worry about but as of right now I’m worried about it. Thank you for your help and expertise.
Nick,
Speeding 20+ mph is not reckless per se in New York State. You should plead not guilty and, during your first court date, ask to conference the case with the prosecutor. You likely can negotiate this down to a less serious charge.
Matthew Weiss