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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Hi
My name is Mike and I live in Oakville, Ontario Canada. I got a speeding ticket of 82 in a 65 by a radar on the I-90 West. What it the price of this ticket and are there any points involved. Should I fight this ticket or just pay the fine. If I live in Canada can the points be transferd to my canadian licence.
Mike,
We recommend fighting this speeding ticket because you will get 4 NY points and, more importantly, these points will transfer to your Ontario license as 3 demerit points.
If you fight this ticket, you likely can get the points and demerit points reduced (if not eliminated). I know it is a far drive so you may want to retain an experienced NY traffic lawyer to appear for you.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
i was pulled over on i80 near the town of orleans. 82/65. im an honest person and have never been pulled over so when she asked me if i knew why i was pulled over i was honest, but didnt know exactly how fast i was going. im from delaware and was driving a rental car. i just figured id plead guilty and pay a fine, seemed like the honest thing to do, but my coworker told me my insurance will go up (cant afford that) and ill get points on my license, work frowns on that. what should i do?
Erika,
Plead not guilty and fight this speeding ticket. If you cannot travel back to New York, then you can retain a NY traffic lawyer to appear in your place.
Matthew Weiss
From Canada …..doing 86 in a 65 zone. How many points will I lose/what fine will I have to pay? This happened in Utica NY.
Many THANKS!!!!
Jade,
This speeding ticket carries 6 NY points, roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. The number of demerit points that you are assessed on your Canadian license depends on which province you are licensed. Call us to discuss.
Matthew Weiss
22-683-7373
Hello.
This site seems pretty great; very resourceful.
I got my first speeding ticket ever today in Ithaca NY, after 3 clean years; i was doing 43 in a 30, and I don’t know what to do now. By the looks of it, my insurance shouldn’t go up, but was wondering how steep a fine i’m looking at and how to react; pleading not guilty is a pretty appealing option. How likely is a plea bargain to occur? If that doesn’t happen and they find me guilty, could there be more charges or penalties? is there another fee just for having a court date? I’d say i’m most worried about minimizing charges.
Thanks!
Jason,
Thanks for your compliment about our site. We spend a lot of time putting it together and are always updating it.
The fine for this ticket will be roughly $200. If you plead not guilty, it is very likely that you’ll be offered a reduction (especially given your exemplary driving record).
There is no fee for asking for a court date.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I got a 46/30 speeding ticket on Hwy 37, at Hammond, New York, around 9.00pm, when I was driving back home in Ottawa, Ontario. It was very so dark and I couldn’t see the speed limit sign and did not see that I was pasing the village (Hammond). I made this statement to the police and she wrote it on the supporting deposition. The regular speed limit on this highway is 55 mph. I need your advice for how to deal with this ticket. If I plea of guilty, how much will this ticket cost me and how many points will I get? This is the first traffic ticket I have ever got after about 15 years of very clean driving record. Should I fight for it or just plea of guilty and pay for the ticket?
Shaochun,
We recommend fighting this speeding ticket because you will get 4 NY points and, more importantly, these points will transfer to your Ontario license as 3 demerit points.
If you fight this ticket, you likely can get the points and demerit points reduced (if not eliminated). I know it is a far drive from Ottawa to Hammond so you may want to retain an experienced NY traffic lawyer to appear for you.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
Hi Matthew,
Thank you very much for your fast reply.
Another question, if I plan to plead of not guilty, do I have to mail this NOT GUILTY plea within 48 hours as indicated in Section B in the ticket. I got the ticket at 9.04 pm, Sept. 01. Does this mean I have to mail it today? Becuse today is Saturday, post offices may be closed. In this case, are weekend hours counted in the 48 hour limit?
By the way, how much will this ticket cost me if I plead of guilty?
Thanks again,
Shaochun
Shaochun,
Send it today if you can. Otherwise, because Monday is Labor Day, Tuesday will be fine.
The fine for this ticket is around $200 (assuming you have an otherwise clean NY record).
Matthew Weiss
I was driving a rented car to Silver Bay, going on I87, when i suddenly got flashed. I think I was going 5 more miles above the limit. I live in Miami and I’m not familiar with New York Speeding Laws.
Was that flash a speeding ticket flash? Where can i get the information? Where can i pay it?
I called the rental company and they dont have nothing registered in their sistem.
I’m worried because i have to go to Mexico next week and i dont want to leave without knowing what is was and what i would have to do.
if it was a ticket, the flash took the picture of the car right? The thing is that after me several days the had to bring me another car because i got into the hurricane and the car that got flashed broke down with the water!
Can you give me some advice please?
Anna,
There are currently no speeding cameras in New York so the flash is not something to worry about.
Feel free to travel to Mexico. This “incident” will have no bearing on your trip.
Best,
Matthew Weiss
Hi,
I have a State of Texas drivers license and got a speeding ticket 74 in a 50 on the GCP in Queens NY, will anything transfer to texas points of insurance costs?
Stu,
A conviction to this NY speeding ticket will transfer as 2 points on your Texas driver’s license. This ticket carries 6 points in NY, roughly a $200 fine plus a $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
Matthew Weiss
Hello Matthew,
First off id like to say this page is very helpful. I am not sure if I should admit, no contest, or deny my ticket charge. I just received a ticket today for 179 dollars on my way to burlington vt. The officer clocked me going 60 in a 40 and charged me 3 points on my liscence. This. Is my first ticket ever (20 yrs old) and it was an innocent mistake. In addition the officer was driving in the opposit direction as me, will this result in a faster radar reading? Also this was after hurricane
irene in rural vermont so it was difficult to see the signs at night. To add, I have a ny state drivers licsence and got a ticket in vermont so how will the points be assessed?
Amy,
A 60/40 speeding ticket carries 4 points in New York. Therefore, I recommend fighting this ticket. Plead not guilty and appear on your scheduled court date.
In regard to your Vermont ticket, points will not transfer to New York for a Vermont conviction. We do recommend, however, that you check with your insurance company to determine if a Vermont conviction will impact your auto insurance rates.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
I just recently got a speeding ticket on I-390 for going 95 in a 65 in new york. There were cars in front next to and behind me but i got caught on radar. I do not recall going that fast because I was just keeping up with traffic but the cop says I was indeed going that fast. I am really scared. This is my first ticket and I’m only 17. I don’t have a lot of money and I’m worried about losing my lisence or it being suspended. I don’t think that my ticket will be lowered in court. I have no excuse for my speeding other than keeping up with traffic. I am terrified. How much will my ticket cost? And could you give me some advice please? My court date is in September.
Thanks
Grace,
Plead not guilty and appear on your court date. Even though you don’t have an excuse, you will likely will be offered a reduction in exchange for changing your plea to guilty. Give it a try and, please, report back on your results.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Was pulled over for doing 76 on a downhill in a 55 just outside of Cazenovia in Madison County. Had the cruise control of rental car set at 65 (yes, I know this is speeding as well). Rental car’s cruise apparently doesn’t hold the speed going downhill like my own car does. Gave a very cordial explanation to State Trooper. I’m from NH so it’s at least a 5 hour drive to appear in court. No previous speeding tickets in NY or NH.
Questions:
1. Should I plead not guilty and hope for a reduction (anything to get it below 75mph)?
2. If ticket is not reduced, how much would fine + assessment fee be?
3. Will this transfer to my NH license?
Thanks!
(Only reason we weren’t on the Thruway was because it was flooded and Rt 20 was the only way home!)
Rebecca,
Definitely fight this speeding ticket. Points transfer from New York to the New Hampshire equivalent.
It carries 6 points in NY, roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. Plus, this ticket alone would provide a sufficient basis for your insurance coming to raise your auto rates. Finally, it will place you very close to be suspended. The Madison County traffic courts allow you to plea bargain so you likely will be able to get this ticket reduced to a lower speed saving you points and money.
If you do not want to drive from New Hampshire, then you can retain a New York traffic lawyer to appear in your place. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
Hello, I was pulled over by the police in German Flats, NYC, charged for going with 79 miles/ hour in a 65 zone. I am from CT. I have no previous convictions.
I sent back the ticket pleading not guilty. I received a letter form the court establishing 4 options:
1. getting a lawyer
2. contacting the district attorney through a letter and explaining what happened.
3. showing up for the court.
4. pleading guilty.
I decided to send them a letter pleading not guilty. What do you think, is this a good choice? Which option would you think is the best?
Thank you again for all your help!
Eric,
This was a good choice. Hopefully, you can work out your German Flats speeding ticket through the mail. If not, you can always pursue options 1 or 3.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Dear Matt,
I am a MA resident and have read through most of the posts here. I’d like to ask a few questions regarding my incident.
I received a ticket in Ancram NY on the Taconic State Parkway for travelling 78 in a 55. This was back in December of 2010. I was offered a plea bargain but could not make the date because I actually work overseas in Italy. I had to extend the date until August, and was given tomorrow’s date, and the plea bargain was turned into an actual court hearing after I requested the date be moved.
Seeing as I have no ability to plea, I wanted to know–is there any flexibility given at the actual court hearing, or is it a sort of double or nothing situation (where I either am found not guilty and don’t have to pay the fine or I am found guilty?)
Secondly, I’m not sure what to say when I go to court. I don’t believe that I was traveling that fast, but seeing as the cop claims to have been using radar, I don’t really know how to argue with that. I was traveling downhill (I remember the stretch of road) and had also just passed someone right before coming around the bend to where the cop was. I am afraid to claim that I was traveling at 65 mph (which I believe I was) and give them the impression that I’m trying to lie in a court as opposed to giving the benefit to the radar and stating that I didn’t believe I was traveling that fast. I have driven the Taconic many times and am aware of the speed limit there, and I usually follow it considering that there are often cops around enforcing it. I went to college in Poughkeepsie, so I’ve taken the trek many times. In addition, I have a clean record with New York.
I’m really not sure what angle to take when I go tomorrow to this court. I don’t want to be taken as dishonest, but I don’t believe that I deserve this ticket. I would rather not accuse a cop of lying, but seeing as I’m familiar with the road and have never been pulled over there before, I really feel like it was an exaggeration. Is it considerable to admit I was going that speed, and gain leniency because they feel I was being honest?
Lastly, I wanted to know if the points would transfer over to my record in Massachusetts and tamper with my insurance rates. Right now I’m a safe driver.
Thanks.
Cara
Cara,
Points from a NY conviction will transfer to your MA license and can be used by your MA insurance company to raise your rates. Therefore, it is worth fighting.
I cannot answer the question regarding “what angle to take” because I do not know the facts of your case and what possible defenses may be viable. My best advice would be to ask nicely to speak with the prosecutor about a plea deal. I doubt he or she wants to do a trial of your case and, therefore, you may have success working out a plea bargain. If you do end up going to trial, then, yes, it is a “all or nothing” situation.
Good luck tomorrow. Fingers crossed.
Matthew Weiss
These are very helpful postings and responses, 888redight.
I am a NJ driver who got a ticket from Avoca Town Court NY for doing 80 in a 65 (on my way to Niagara Falls for vacation, naturally). I have had no other speeding tickets in several years. I am confused that the ticket does not list the fine on it, as NJ tickets and websites list. The ticket didn’t even list a number to call. I finally found a number to call online and was told they couldn’t tell me the fine over the phone. The clerk did kindly tell me I might get offered a plea reduction if I responded to the ticket with a not guilty.
Do you know what the ticket should cost? Do you recommend a plea? THANKS.
Tom,
In the Avoca traffic court, you can likely work out a plea bargain. If you just plead guilty, you’ll get 4 NY points and 2 NJ points will transfer to your NJ license. Click on the link to contact the Avoca court. The ticket will cost you around $200 if you just plead guilty.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
My boyfriend just got a ticket for 73 in a 55 in New Rochelle, NY by a state trooper. He has a NC license, but recently moved to PA. He also recently got a speeding ticket for 69 in a 65 in PA (for which he has paid a fine but has a pending court date because he didn’t have his license with him when he was pulled over – not sure if there were any points associated with this last ticket). I understand the laws in NC are strict when it comes to license suspension, and am wondering whether he should plead not guilty on this ticket and show up to court, or whether it makes more sense to hire an attorney to represent. One more thing, the ticket was issued showing his make, model and plate, but the color of the car is incorrect on the ticket…I’ve heard differing stories as to whether this type of information might be useful in the process…
Thank you for posting this information – I was unaware of the potential issues associated with a speeding ticket, and you clearly have a lot of very useful advice for those who are faced with this situation.
B.A.,
You are right about North Carolina. They are strict about speeding convictions and we, therefore, recommend fighting this NY speeding ticket. The New Rochelle traffic court is pretty tough but your boyfriend (or his traffic lawyer) likely negotiate a favorable reduction.
By the way, writing the wrong color of a car is NOT a fatal defect to a traffic ticket.
Matthew Weiss
I just got a ticket (1180b) doing 86 on 55 zone in I-90E ALBANY NY. I live in MA and it did be really far and out of my hands to try to make it and appear in court if I fight it. I have 3 points in my license right now but i have never gotten a speeding ticket before in my life and i have had my license since i was 17. I am confuse whether i should plea guilty or not guilty. What are the estimated charges + points I can obtain and what is your recommendation? I do not have a job right now and I was driving a rental which i didnt rent it was the passanger I was just driving because he was tired Just for some miles and also the cop was stopped and spotted me when i was going down a small hill which also caused my speed to bump up a little dat i didnt notice but im sure i wasnt going as fast as the cop described in the ticket but then again out of so many cars “he was able to get me with the laser!?” so he said. I really need help please tell me what I should do… Thanks
Also a part that scares me most is that it says “a plea of guilty to this charge is equivalent to a conviction, not only will you be liable to a penalty, but in addition your license to drive a motor vehicle and your certificate of registration, if any, are subject to suspension and revocation as prescribed by law”.
Sterling,
Because a NY conviction will transfer to MA, I recommend pleading not guilty. If you cannot (or do not want to) attend court, then you can retain a traffic lawyer to appear for you.
Your speeding ticket carries 8 NY points, roughly a $300 fine and a $450 Driver Assessment Fee. If you fight it, you likely can save points and reduce (if not eliminate) the $450 fee.
Let me know if you have any other questions.
Matthew Weiss
Thank you for the response. $450 driver assessment fee that is just insane 🙁 why does NY has to charge double for this is just legal robbery i guess.
Will it be less if I get a traffic lawyer? How much approximately do they charge for these services, can i get one here in ma or in ny whats better? I would appear in court if it wasn’t moving to Florida at the end of this week for a job I just got down there. Would a cover letter help get some $ & points off or do yoi strongly recommend a traffic lawyer. Theres no way i can be present to fight this thing neither pay that much money for a ticket is absolutely a rip off. Thank you by the way i seen all other ppl you have answered their questions and it helps a lot.
I was pulled over today doing 51 in a 35 in Watertown,NY… If I plead guilty and mail in the ticket will I still have to appear in court? I have a 1 year old son, and my husband is deployed, so doing things without my son is really difficult presently. Your response would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.
Melissa,
If you plead guilty, you most very likely will NOT have to appear in court. Rather, the Watertown traffic court will likely send you a bill for the fine and surcharge. Keep in mind that a 16 mph speeding ticket conviction may result in your auto insurance rates being raised.
I hope this helps.
Matthew Weiss
Thanks for your speedy reply. It’s my first offense, so I have no idea how this all works. I filled out the ticket as guilty, then decided to google it, and I found your site. Thanks for your help. Hopefully my insurance will be kind.
-Melissa
Hello, I got a speeding ticket in Scottsville, Town of Wheatland, on the 90E highway, I was given a ticket for doing 80 in a 65 mph zone. I was traveling with my parents and I know i can never drive around 80, i may have been around 70 and I did see the cops cruiser, at least, 1,000 feet before me, but the officer said he has it in record of me doing 80 which is absurd, I am a MA driver with a clean record (no tickets ever) and I cannot drive back for 5 hrs to contest this, should i attach a letter by accepting the guilty plea explaining the circumstances so that there is a chance i may get a lesser fine and point reduction during conviction. Please advise.
Karthik,
A NY conviction will transfer to your MA license. We therefore recommending fighting this speeding ticket. If you cannot (or do not want to) travel back to NY, you’ll have to hire a Wheatland Traffic Court in Scottsville will likely negotiate a plea bargain with you.
Let me know if you need any additional information.
Matthew Weiss
is the town court in scottsville( town of wheatland) under tvb or do they have plea bargains as I am planning to plead not guilty, i am trying to look into options if i do that.
Wheatland traffic court in Scottsville is NOT a TVB court. They do make plea deals.
Matthew Weiss
I got pulled over doing 65 in a 45 work zone on I287 in Westchester County, NY. The court listed on the ticket is the White Plains City Court. I had a speeding ticket once before around 10 years ago in Connecticut. Will that affect me? How many points would I get on my license and what would the fines be? I plan to plead not guilty but do you know if the White Plains City Court does plea bargaining?
David,
Your old ticket will no longer affect you. The fine for this speeding ticket would be roughly $400 (fines double in work zones) and this ticket carries 4 points.
The White Plains traffic court does engage in plea bargaining. I expect that you can get this ticket reduced to a 2-point moving violation.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Hello. I was ticketed for 84 in a 65 on i-87 while driving home to NH with my wife. It was Schenectady County. I was speeding in the passing lane to manuever into the lane for i-90. I don’t believe that I was going 84, AND my laser detector never went off. Although, the officer was kind enough to show me the gun that said I went 86 to 84 in 537 feet, and then proactively tested my detector which went crazy at that point. I wasn’t argumentative at all, just a bit shocked that it never went off prior to me pulling over. My last speeding ticket was in MA over 2 years ago, which I received a reduced fee for. I’ve had others over 10 years ago, but nothing in NY. What type of total expense am I looking at to plead guilty vs hiring a lawyer to appear in my place, barring the implications on my insurance. i.e. $200 ticket, vs $500 lawyer fee+$100 reduced ticket or $300 ticket, $200 lawyer fee+$50 reduced ticket? My initial out of pocket is more of a concern at this point. Thank you for your terrific website and info!
S.G.,
In New Hampshire, NY convictions are treated as if they happened in New Hampshire. Therefore, points transfer to the New Hampshire equivalent and we recommend fighting your Schenectady County speeding ticket. The fine for this ticket is roughly $200 and a lawyer will typically charge around $500. However, if you hire a traffic lawyer, you will not have to appear in court and you likely will receive a reduced charge.
Matthew Weiss
Hi, I just got a ticket for doing 76 in a 55 in Greece NY, I had just gotten my first speeding ticket a couple months ago for 45 in a 30, and I plead not guilty, went to court, and it got reduced to a moving violation for 2 points, I know the new one could be a 6 point offense and really don’t want that to happen, do you think my best course of action is to do as I did before and plead not guilty, show up in court, and hope the D.A. or ADA is there and offers me a plea?
Oh and, I haven’t completed a drivers safety course yet to drop those 2 points, so I was also wondering if I should do that before my court date on 9/22 in case it doesnt get knocked down, or should I wait to see, because the course can take 4 points off, and you can only do it once every 18 months?
Thanks,
Erik
Erik,
Yes, plead not guilty to the speeding ticket and try and plea it down on your court date.
Wait for the outcome of the Greece speeding ticket before you take the Driver Safety Class. This class will take up to 4 points off your record so (to take full advantage of it) you shouldn’t take it until you know that you have accumulated 4 points. BTW, the class also takes 10% off your auto insurance.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew Weiss
alright, thank you very much!
So I am a NJ resident driver with a completely clean record forever who just got a ticket up in town of Schuyler 2264 in Herkimer County in Utica NY. I was clocked at over 80 in a 65 on Rt 90W but the state trooper dropped it down to a 78 in a 65. I was late to an appointment and got caught. The scheduled court date is on a date when I am out of town and cannot attend but any other time is great to go up for the trial.
1) Do I get points in NJ and do these points effect my insurance in NJ?
2) How much is the infraction going to cost and what’s the best way to fight this to remove the points?
3) How likely is a plea bargain in this town and city?
4) What defense will work the best to have the most positive effect on the proceedings?
5) Is it unheard of to request a change of trial date to accommodate my schedule and what’s the best way to plead? If not, what’s the best way to deal with this, mailing in a defense or hiring a lawyer?
6) Lastly, how many points can I deduct from the most likely 4 points by going to drivers school, watching an online video or taking a test and when is the best time to so so?
Thanks so much! Charlie
Charlie,
Answers following your questions.
1) Do I get points in NJ and do these points effect my insurance in NJ? Yes, you get 2 NJ points if you are convicted to this NY speeding ticket, and a NY conviction can affect your auto insurance rates (check with your insurance company).
2) How much is the infraction going to cost and what’s the best way to fight this to remove the points? The fine for such a ticket is roughly $200. The best way to fight it is to plead not guilty and attempt to negotiate a reduction at your court date. Because you are already were given a break, you may not be offered a further reduction but, in your case, it is worth a try. The officer only gave you a 2 mph reduction and the NY and NJ points for a 80/65 and a 78/65 are the same (4 points and 2 points, respectively).
3) How likely is a plea bargain in this town and city? The likelihood is very high in most cases. Your case is a little different because you already were offered a reduction. Nevertheless, it is worth trying as discussed above.
4) What defense will work the best to have the most positive effect on the proceedings? I cannot answer this question as I do not know the facts of your case. However, I would emphasize that fact that you have an otherwise clean record and, relatively, was not speeding very fast.
5) Is it unheard of to request a change of trial date to accommodate my schedule and what’s the best way to plead? No but the court may not be as accommodating as you like. If not, what’s the best way to deal with this, mailing in a defense or hiring a lawyer? You should plead not guilty or hire a traffic lawyer to appear for you.
6) Lastly, how many points can I deduct from the most likely 4 points by going to drivers school, watching an online video or taking a test and when is the best time to so so?
Matthew Weiss
Hi, I received a speeding ticket doing 93 on 65 in NY (Baker town). I believe it carries 6 points. I do not have any points on my license so far. I have New Jersey License. How many points will be transferred?
How much will this cost me?
How will hiring a lawyer help me?
Thanks,
Sam
Sam,
This speeding ticket carries 6 points in NY and will transfer as 2 to your NJ license. The fine for this ticket is roughly $200 but you’ll also have to pay a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. We therefore recommend fighting it. At the very least, you likely will be able to save the $300.
If you hire an experienced traffic lawyer, you likely will save you the $300 plus points. It is also possible to get this ticket reduced to something which will not transfer as any points to NJ.
I hope this information helps.
Matthew Weiss
I recieved a ticket on Oswego Road in Liverpool, NY several days ago. I was going 59 in a 40 mile an hour zone. First traffic ticket. What should I do? I keep reading that there is a chance of imprisonment with this – is this something to worry about?
Jared,
Plead not guilty and fight this ticket. Imprisonment for a traffic ticket is very rare and not something that you should generally worry about. Of course, if your stop or record is not routine, perhaps you should call me to discuss further.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
I got a ticket yesterday for doing 74 in a 55. My cruise control was set at 60, I was coming down a hill and the car didn’t slow down. The cop got me at the bottom of the hill. Should I plea not guilty? Or should I just plea guilty, pay the fine and chalk it up as a leaning experience. I have not had a ticket in 12 years.
Thanks,
Ingrid
Ingrid,
Definitely plead not guilty and fight this speeding ticket. Even though you have an otherwise clean record, you should fight this ticket to hopefully avoid an increase in your auto insurance.
Matthew Weiss
hello again!
i just walked out of the court…and they reduced the ticket from 1180d 6 points $230 fine and 300 assessment to a fine of “unreasonable speed” 1180a and only 3 points and just 200 charge. Thanks again and not guilty is the way to go!! My question is will this affect my insurance? It is my first speeding ticket…thanks!
Inso,
Nice! Glad it worked out so well. If you have an otherwise clean record, the “unreasonable speed” will NOT impact your NY insurance.
Best,
Matthew Weiss
I was pulled over today on I-81 N for doing 80 in a 65. I had been following another driver who was doing well above my speed and the officer pulled us both over. This is my first driving offense so I didn’t think it would be a big deal. The problem was when I got home I realized that the officer had switched the tickets so I had the other drivers’ ticket and he had mine. I brought the ticket to the court house to get the situation resolved but then they proceeded to tell me that I could get my license suspended if the other guy doesn’t turn in my ticket. All I want to to do is pay for the ticket and put it out of my head but I don’t have my ticket. Any suggestions on what to do?
Zach,
Believe or not, your situation is rare but not un-precedented. You should plead not guilty via certified mail and write a cover letter explaining the situation. Make copies of everything. This way you created a paper trail that you’ve done everything possible to properly and timely answer the ticket.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
I got pulled over last night doing 50 on a 30 zone while i was trying to enter the southern state parkway in malverne ny. It is my first ticket ever. So what should i do? should i pay the ticket? or should i fight it? the officer who stopped me didnt even tell me why he pulled me over he just asked for my drivers license insurance and registration and the next thing i know he gave me a ticket and also he never showed me the radar, would that help my case? thanks in advance.
Julio,
You should fight this speeding ticket because it carries 4 points and can hurt your insurance rates. At the Malverne Traffic Court, you can negotiate a plea bargain (i.e., reduced charge). BTW, the officer is not required to show you his radar read-out so this doesn’t help.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
This site is amazing helpful. It’s so impressive that you keep up with it so diligently.
My husband received a ticket for going 81 in a 55 in Colonie, just before the Albany airport exit. From what I’ve read here, it seems that the fine will be around $200 and the driver assessment fee around $300. We live in Missouri, where I am an attorney. I’m reluctant to hire an attorney because I’m afraid that any reduction in the fine/fee will be offset by the attorney’s fee. My husband just got laid off, so anything we could do to save on this would be great, but I am not sure what approach to take. Is it worth it for me to call the prosecutor’s office to see if there is anything they could do to reduce the fine/fee? Any advice would be much appreciated.
Thank you,
Laura
Laura,
Thanks for your kind words.
New York will notify Missouri DMV of any conviction and Missouri DMVf will post it to that person’s Missouri driver record. Points will be assigned and the point value is determined by the violation conviction code.
We therefore recommend that your husband fight the Colonie speeding ticket. If he fights it, he will likely save points, the $300 Driver Assessment Fee and a possible insurance hike. If he cannot attend, then he’ll need to retain a New York traffic lawyer.
Let me know if you need any further information.
Matthew Weiss
My husband texted me this morning to let me know he got pulled over doing 82 in a 55…I’m assuming on the NY Thruway. In addition the inspection on the car was expired. The cop reduced it to a 70 in a 55 plus the ticket for the inspection. His license is clean other than this. We just moved to PA from NY 2 weeks ago and have not transferred everything over yet. My questions are 1. What type of fines are we looking at. 2. Should we fight it to try and reduce or eliminate the points. 3. When we go this Friday to get our PA license will the points he receives be transferred to his PA license? Any other info or advice greatly appreciated. Thanks
PS I was thinking that in might have been on the Hutch not the thruway, dont thnk that matters much…also, not sure if fighting it would be wise since the officer already reduced it?
Kristina,
1. What type of fines are we looking at? Roughly a $200 fine plus a $300 Driver Assessment Fee for the speeding, and another $150 for the un-inspected.
2. Should we fight it to try and reduce or eliminate the points? Yes, if you fight it, you will likely get it reduced to a lesser charge and save the $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
3. When we go this Friday to get our PA license will the points he receives be transferred to his PA license? No, points from NY do not transfer to PA (although they will have a record of your NY convictions). Further, because your husband has yet to be convicted of the two new tickets, these won’t appear on his record yet.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I got my first New York Speeding Ticket yesterday on I-81S in Broome county. The state police caught me on the radar doing 83 in 65 zone. I probably was speeding that high, but I was doing so to get out of the way of the car that was tailgating me and we were on a down slope. (That car was pulled over also) The supporting deposition says that I admitted “going too fast,” which I never really did. I answered the officer that, “I didn’t know why he pulled me over but I may have been speeding around 70mph.”
I have Maryland driver license and I know even if I get the conviction, the points will not transfer. However, I am a poor college student and I have no money to pay huge fine. No one does, really! Anyway, my last speeding ticket in Maryland was 5 years ago and I don’t have any serious traffic violations on record. I cannot show up on the trial date because I have a class that I cannot miss.
Should I fight this ticket or should I just pay the fines and get it over with it? I really don’t have time or money to deal with this.
DH,
This ticket carries 4 points and carries roughly a $200 fine. Although you don’t have the time or money to deal with it, I recommend speaking with your MD insurance company before you simply pay this speeding ticket. Although points don’t transfer to MD, your insurance company may use a NY conviction to raise your rates.
Matthew Weisss
Hi Matthew,
I got my first speeding ticket over the weekend while driving 73 in a 50 zone in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. Other than a fender bender earlier in the year, my record is clean. What are my chances of receiving a point reduction if I plea guilty and waive my right for a trial? Does delaying my court appearance increase the odds in my favor?
Thanks.
Dan,
If you plead guilty, you will be given 6 points, assessed roughly a $200 fine and be billed separately with a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. We, therefore, recommend pleading not guilty and fighting this case. I wrote an article entitled “Fighting A Traffic Ticket At The Traffic Violations Bureau” which should be helpful to you.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Hey matt is the 300 assessment fee given when a driver receives 6 points in one shot or when a total of six points have been accumulated overtime on that drivers record..?
Also who does assessment fee come from,dmv or that towns court..?
Hi Matt: Officer got me on radar doing 80 in a 55. I know I’m looking at around a $300 fine and a $300 assesment and 6 points. I’ve already plead not guilty and have a pre trial date set for late August. I live in Mass and its about a 4 hour ride each way. Is it worth it for me to show up and fight this. What’s the best thing to say. If I do show up what is the best or most likely outcome I can hope for.
Thanks
Rob
Rob,
Because a NY conviction will be reported to MA and used against you, we recommend fighting this ticket. Dress neat (business causal) and be polite. You likely will be able to negotiate a reduction to 2- or 3-point ticket. The best thing you can say is that you have an otherwise clean license. Be apologetic.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Hi!
I read everything here is very helpful!! here is my case…i did a 53/30 on long island/smith town – it was a village police / head of the harbor patrol. it was 2:35 am i totally didn’t see the speed limit sign I was tired and I just wanted to get home. I Had a red light ticket about a year ago and I just paid it. I am now almost certain that I HAVE to fight it please tell me if I am correct with all the thing I have read here…I have the ticket on my hand right now…/I should write on the ticked not guilty and go on the noted date on the ticket and then i should have a meeting with the prossecutor and I should politely plea bargain? and explain this is my first speeding ticket ever and I would like to negociate a lesser charge in exchange for waiving my right to go to trial. ?? how this sounds?
Inso,
Your synopsis sounds correct. If, however, your case is returnable at the Hauppague Traffic Violations, then you will not be able to plea bargain. At this court, there are no prosecutors and no negotiating. Otherwise, you should definitely plead not guilty and appear as scheduled. Be polite and dress appropriately (business causal) and you should be fine.
Fingers crossed.
Matthew Weiss
Hello!!
Thank you for the fast response!
The ticket is issued for the Court of Head Of the harbor 500 N country Pd St James Ny 11780…I talked to a friend yesterday she said they changed hers to a lesser charge she didn’t even say anything she just put there not guilty and they automaticaly took her to another room and changed her to a lesser charge she just said YES and paid the lesser charge. it looks like the police there already know the procedure and is more likely that the charge will be lesser and changed. I am going to fight it! I am over 25 no accidents ever and my first speeding…Thank you again. I will deff will go in good business casual! clothe. I will also go on my SUV car they ticked me in the weekend car…which is a high performance car…so i don’t wanna make a bad impression haha.
or should I go in the same vehicle?
Hi Matthew,
I received a ticket for 80/65 at I-81 around Marathon, NY and it is the first time I got a ticket. It was night and little bit rainy. However, my driver license is a NC license. Should I plead guilty or not? If I plead not guilty, do I have to appear in the court? I am currently 200 miles away from Marathon, NY. Thanks.
Yi,
You definitely want to plead not guilty and fight this NY speeding ticket.
Under General Statute 20-16(a)(10) and 20-23, a NC licensee can be suspended for speeding 75+ mph or 17+ mph over the limit. This means a NC motorist will be suspended for any NY conviction of speeding 76 mph (or higher) or a speeding ticket which charges a speed in excess of 17 mph over the limit. Convictions occurring outside North Carolina may result in your license being suspended or revoked just as if the violations occurred in this state.
If you do not want to travel back to Marathon, then you can retain a New York traffic ticket lawyer who can appear for you.
Matthew Weiss
Hi,
Looking for some advice about a ticket I received yesterday. I was pulled over on the Meadowbrook Pkwy in Nassau County by a state trooper. I saw the trooper hiding behind a sign in the distance and was going a little over 70. As I neared him i was going 67 (I have a digital speedometer so I know this) and slowed down to around 55 as I passed. I was driving with a group of other cars that had just merged onto the parkway and I was the one lagging behind. I saw the trooper pull out and start driving down the road. I was screwed. He tailgated me for about 2 minutes which I found odd before pulling me over. The trooper was very nice but told me I was going 80 which I denied doing. The ticket states I was going 80 in a 55 and that it was lazer detected. I have had a license for 10 years and this is my first ticket so no points on it. Should I go fight this? Is it worth taking a personal day at work? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Jess,
You definitely want to fight this speeding ticket. It carries 6 points, roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. Your insurance rates can also go up if you are found guilty. By fighting this ticket you can likely save points, money and the insurance hike. Therefore, it is worth taking time off and appearing in court. Alternatively, you can retain an experienced traffic lawyer to appear for you. A lawyer can almost always get the same deal as you and many times can get a better one.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
I would like some advice. I was recently pulled over on I-87 going north near guilderland county, The officer clocked me at 71 on a 55mph work zone. This is my second offense however, my first ticket was a 47 on a 30 on a local road in albany which was lowered to a parking on the pavement. Should I try to fight the ticket myself? I’ve read that if the officer does not show up for the court date, the ticket is dismiss? I am having a hard time choosing to either hire a lawyer and have him handle my ticket or travel two hours and take a chance?
Brian,
You definitely want to fight it. This speeding ticket carries 4 points and can result in your auto insurance rates being raised. If you have the time to travel and fight it yourself, you will likely be offered a lesser charge in exchange for your entry of a guilty plea. An experienced traffic lawyer MAY be able to negotiate a better deal and certainly will save you wasting a half of day with travel and court time. BTW, if the officer does not show up, your case could be dismissed but this is not a given. Often, some courts will give the officer a second chance and re-schedule the case. Other court do not even require the officer to be at the initial court date. I hope this helps.
Matthew Weiss
I am from Ontario and was caught by a state trooper doing 19mph over in New York. Trooper stated that limit had just been changed 2 months ago and that signs hadn’t been posted everywhere yet. What points/demerits would I get and roughly how much in fines? Should I just pay the fines or fight it?
PS: When we pulled away, there was a sign posted about 10 seconds up the road.
Thank you .
Jason,
Because points from New York transfer to Ontario, we recommend that you fight this ticket. We represent many drivers from Ontario and are very familiar with your demerit point system. This ticket carries 4 points in New York and will transfer as 4 demerit points in Ontario.
The failure to post signs may be helpful to you in obtaining a favorable result. There may, however, be other facts which also help. Therefore, feel free to call us to discuss further.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
Hey I am a Manhattan resident, and I just recieved a 72/55 ticket on taconic south in ancram,ny, gallatin town court. From what I’ve read, sounds like you ll reccomend I fight it, now if this is my first speeding violation but I did have a minor with out seatbelt little over a year ago in east chatham town court, which I plead guilty to and paid 190 an accepted points taken off, do you still reccomend I fight this 72/55? If so, what pointers can you offer that I should know, do or say to get this resolved as painfulless as possible. It is a travel but will do on own if reccomended. Thank you so much.
Rob,
Yes, I definitely recommend fighting this speeding ticket. Plead not guilty and appear on your schedule conference date. The Gallatin Traffic Court has a prosecutor who will negotiate a reduction to a lesser charge. You should be able to get this reduced to a 2 to 4 point ticket. Explain how you try safely and have a very good driving record.
Matthew Weiss
I just got 95 in 65 on SR17, Broome county, Windsor court house. What is best scenario if I hire a lawyer?
lg
Lou,
This speeding ticket carries 6 points, roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee (DRAF). If you fight it, you can save 2 points and the $300 DRAF. Honestly, you likely won’t get much better than that for a Broome County speeding ticket with or without a lawyer.
Matthew Weiss
I recently received a speeding ticket on the taconic state parkway, the cop claims that i was clock at doing 80 in a 55, however i never observed myself going at such a speed. I was on the way to an airport to pick up a friend and wasn’t sure how to get there, and while trying to fix a problem with my gps and stay in my lane i apparently increased my speed upwards to 80, however i was hardly driving faster than the cars besides me. once i saw the cop i immediately pressed on my breaks knowing i wasn’t aware of my speed, and noticed that the needle on my speedometer was reading around 70.
I am aware you helped someone with a very similar problem and explained that fighting it typically will give me a lesser fee and a decrease in points however, i am a student who goes to school in Texas and the fee for flying home to fight the ticket would exceed that of the ticket all together. Is there anyway i could have a court date moved to a time that would normally be home within this year, as to avoid the cost of this ticket as well as avoid wasting the money on the plane flights? thank you for your help
Kevin,
Call the court and see if it will accommodate your schedule. If not, you can retain a traffic lawyer to appear in your place. Either way, you definitely want to fight this ticket as it carries 6 points, roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. By fighting it, you likely can save points and the $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
Matthew Weiss
I was caught on I-287 in NY and given a speeding ticket. The cop said he caught me doing 82 on 55 speed limit. The speeding ticket has no information on it regarding the fines. This is my first speeding ticket ever and all my records are clean. If I fight it I have to go to Harrison Town Court and I live in CT. What should I do?
Shuba
We recommend fighting it. This speeding ticket carries 6 points, roughly a $200 fine plus a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. Although points from NY will not transfer to CT, a NY conviction will be reported to CT and can be used against you. If you fight it, you likely can avoid a high speed on your record and save $300. If you cannot or do not want to travel from CT, then you can hire an experienced New York traffic lawyer to appear for you.
Feel free to call me if you have any other questions.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
I live in CT and got a ticket for 70/50 near the Throgs Neck Bridge, 4 points. I paid it. Nine months prior, I got 2 points at a trap crossing over a marked line to exit a lane (They had us lined up that day), so my total is now 6 points. I received the $300 Driver Assessment in the mail. Will my CT driver’s license be suspended if I don’t pay this fee? It feels much like a scam.
Joe,
You must pay the $300 Driver Assessment Fee even though you are licensed in CT. If you do not pay, NY will suspend your privilege to drive in NY and CT, in turn, will honor that suspension. Further, if you don’t pay it, you’ll have to pay an extra fee of $75 called the Suspension Termination Fee.
Matthew Weiss
I was hoping you could give me advice in a speeding ticket I received in NY State. I was apparently doing 80 in a 65 zone. Now I’ m a Canadian ( Ontario) resident and taking time off for a trial back in NY State is a problem.( Anyway they only give you 48 hours to plead not guilty, but no time frame for the other.) If I plead guilty and mail back the ticket what kind of fine will I be looking at ? And will I lose points on my Ontario license. And will it affect my insurance ? Any advice would be much appreciated.
Phil,
Your speeding ticket carries 4 points in New York and will transfer as 3 demerit points on your Ontario license. It can affect your insurance.
Therefore, I recommend pleading not guilty and fighting this ticket. If you cannot take the time to come back to New York, then you can hire a New York traffic lawyer to appear for you.
Matthew Weiss
I have been reading through all the stories and your replies to them, so I am not for certain if you will be able to give me advice on the ticket I received on my very first ever visit to New York. I was pulled over last week but not for speeding. The citation description reads Sign traffic Control device disobey causing ULS-246….if this even makes sense, the officers handwriting is impossible to read. Anywho, it says it is $130, however I am nervous it may be more? I live in Michigan, and family and I were on vacation and dropping a friend off at his home in Harlem. After exiting the off ramp, I took a right at the light and was not aware it was an illegal turn. Our friend whom I was taking home told me I could turn there and next thing you know I was getting pulled over. I have not had a ticket in over 10 years, no points, etc. Is this worth fighting since I am not a resident? Will points be added to my license and will my insurance increase? I sure hope you can help…thanks so much!
Angi,
Your disobey traffic control device ticket carries 2 points in New York and is considered a minor ticket. Because you have a clean record and apparently do not get a lot of tickets, I recommend simply pleading guilty to this ticket. It shouldn’t affect your license or insurance. Of course, feel free to call your Michigan insurance company first to double check.
Matthew Weiss
Dear Matt, I was ticketed with a 74 in a 55 on the Taconic in Stanford, NY. The officer wrote down my comment that ” I was keeping it under 80″ on the ticket (If there is a next time I wont open my big mouth). I might not be able to make the court date if I plead not guilty. Any advice, and how much would it cost me to have a traffic lawyer appear on my behalf? Are there any benefits for pleading guilty? This is my first offense.
Thanks for the help.- Mike-
Mike,
You should definitely fight this speeding ticket as it carries 4 points, and a possible insurance increase. If you cannot attend, a NY traffic lawyer will charge you between $300 and $600 to appear in your place. Make sure you are quoted a flat fee as you don’t want any surprises at the end of your case. Keep in mind that the above fee does not include the fine, if any, imposed by the court.
Matthew Weiss
I got a speeding ticket in Genessee county when i was going on 85 for 65. I was driving a rental car and am from IL. How much would be the fine?
Thanks,
Shubham,
This ticket carries roughly a $200 fine. It will be reported to Illinois DMV and can impact your auto insurance rates so we do recommend fighting it.
Matthew Weiss
Quick question. . .Some background first. . .I am a surgeon who lived in Wectchester County, when I was in training. Got a speeding ticket 80/55 on Taconic over 2 yrs ago. Pleaded not guilty on the form and sent an explanation that I was heading to the hospital. Didn’t hear anything so I assumed it was dropped. Last week, my old landlord forwaded me a letter from the court (Yorktown) stating that I have a court date 11/22/11. My question is, now that I have a South Carolina driver’s license, what is the best, and least expensive way to deal with this isuue?
JeffC,
Because this is a 6-point speeding ticket which carries roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee, it is in your best interest to fight this ticket. If you cannot (or do not) want to attend court, then we recommend hiring a NY traffic lawyer to handle it for you.
Matthew Weiss
Mr Weiss Hello, my name is Rafael, last Thursday while returning from Pomona in the Palisades Parkway NY, received a ticket for speed in an area of 55, according to the police and their radar I was at 74 MPH, my speedometer was making between 50 and 55.
I took my car to the mechanic to check it and tell me that the speed sensor is faulty, I can do, is my first case, how much I pay and what to do, do not speak English and now I have to go to court on 31 August in Clarkstown, New City, Rockland.
Spend New York points to my license in NJ?, I know what to do
Rafael,
This speeding ticket carries 4 points and roughly a $200 fine (assuming you have an otherwise clean NY record). Also, this ticket translates into 2 NJ points on your NJ license.
We recommend fighting it to save points and avoid a possible insurance increase. Feel free to call us if you have any further questions.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
got a speeding ticket yesterday driving back home to Toronto from NYC. I was doing 84 on a 55 zone. The area was 4 hours away from home (8 hours back and forth) . I don’t really want to drive over there. From my research it would cost me about $90-$300 in fines, 4-6 demerit points and an increase on my already high insurance rate. How should i go about fighting this ticket? any advice will be appreciated. Mr Weiss will you able to help and to what extent. thanks.
John,
You definitely want to fight this speeding ticket. If you fight it, you likely can save points, demerit points in Ontario, NY’s $300 Driver Assessment Fee and possibly avoid an insurance increase. To avoid traveling back to where you were issued this ticket, you will need to retain a traffic lawyer to appear on your behalf. Our law firm covers any traffic ticket issued in New York State so we can help. We are also very familiar with the Ontario demerit system so we can hopefully minimize the impact on your Ontario license. Feel free to call us for a free consultation.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
I got a ticket for going 19 over. I have had a previous speeding ticket but it was reduced to a non-moving violation… What am I looking at here?
Jake,
This is a 4-point speeding ticket which carries roughly a $200 fine. We recommend fighting this ticket to save points and avoid an insurance increase. Plead not guilty and fight this ticket. How you fight depends in which court your case is pending. Feel free to call me if you have any other questions.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
Yesterday I got a ticket for going 19 over the speed limit ( 84 in a 65). I am in the wrong, but should I still plead not guilty and go to court for chance of decreasing points and or cost? What are the chances?
Bri,
Yes, plead not guilty. I think you have a good chance to get this 4-point speeding ticket reduced.
Matthew Weiss