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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Hello,
I’m a driver with an NJ license who got a speeding ticket in Ulster County, NY last week. The officer says I was going 21 MPH over the limit. Under the section about a supporting deposition, the officer checked off the SPEEDING (Gen 101) circle, but I was never, in fact, handed a supporting deposition. My question is, A) does this matter, and would that alone be grounds for dismissal, and B) should I request the supporting depo? (In my ten years of driving this is my first speeding ticket. Also–if it matters–the arrest type is radar, yet there’s no radar officer’s signature–maybe it was just the same officer? Since there’s no depo I’m not sure.)
Thanks in advance for any advice you can give!
JM,
If you were not served with a supporting deposition at the time of the car stop, then you are entitled to demand one. The People have 30 days to serve one in response. If you don’t get one, you can move to dismiss the case against you.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
I am scheduled to appear in court in 2 and a half hours for a 47 in a 30 in the Bronx. (4 points) First ticket in 5 or more years. Must go in for a cell phone ticket next week in Manhattan as well. Thoughts? I don’t believe I can plea the charge down in the Bx.
Greg
Greg,
That’s correct. You cannot plea down at the Bronx Traffic Violations Bureau.
I wrote an article entitled “Fighting A Traffic Ticket At The Traffic Violations Bureau” which should help you prepare.
Good luck!
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I am 19 years of age, New Jersey licensed driver and I got my first speeding ticket. Also, I have no record of points from before. It was in Broome County, NY and the ticket states I was traveling 94mph in a 65mph zone. I know it is a 6 point ticket in New York but how many points is it in New Jersey? And also, if I am pleading not guilty, should i request a supporting deposition? Should I also plea bargain?
Thanks for your time,
Andrew
Andrew,
If you are convicted, this speeding ticket will transfer as 2 points on your New Jersey license. You can request a supporting deposition if you weren’t served with one at the time of the car stop. If you don’t get one within 30 days of your demand, you can seek dismissal of the case. Yes, we recommend that you plea bargain to save points and avoid the $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
Can you lend any advice on the possibility of the court granting a “location change” for a hearing regarding a ticket I recently received? The incident occurred in Brooklyn. I’m looking at all my options and thought that by changing the location perhaps I could win some luck with the possibility of a no show. My reasoning behind this would be for work purposes. Do I have any options? Also, is it possible to postpone a hearing last minute by phone if you have already rescheduled a date? Let’s say if there’s an emergency, getting stuck in another country, etc. In that instance, is it possible to re-schedule a hearing for the second time at all without going to the Traffic Violations Bureau? In general, how far ahead can an individual normally push back a date?
Thanks for your time.
Best,
Claire
Claire,
The Court will not change the location. A Brooklyn ticket will only be heard in one of the two Brooklyn Traffic Violations Bureau offices (which bureau depends on where in Brooklyn the ticket was issued).
If you timely answered the ticket, then the first date can be postponed by phone or internet BEFORE your date of hearing. Thereafter, you must appear at the Traffic Violations Bureau to get a second postponement.
Postponements are usually 6o to 90 days but sometimes can be pushed farther. It depends on the officer’s schedule.
Matthew Weiss
I am 22 years of age, and i received my first speeding ticket . The officer said i was driving 50mph on a 30mph zone in White plains, New york. I know i am not guilty because there was cars in front of me and i didnt know exactly where i was at so i couldnt have been speeding , i was just looking for the highway to get back home for my dads birthday. I know its 4 points on my license but , i cant take any points there was no way i was speeding. Can the officer show me pictures or video of him clocking me at 50 mph? What can i do?
Thank you!
First Offender,
You should plead not guilty and fight this speeding ticket. If you, you likely can negotiate a more favorable result.
BTW, the officer does not have to record via photos or video. He can attempt to prove his case by primarily his testimony.
Matthew Weiss
I’am 20 years old, I got a speeding ticket on june 30th, I was going 60 in a 35 zone. I pleaded not guilty, and my hearing is on December 28th. I am ordered to show up at the traffic violation bureau state office building in hauppauge. From the comments that I have read this could result in 6 points on my license. I have 3 queastions.
1. Does the the bureau office in Hauppague allow for a reduction of the charge?
2. If I’am under my parents insurance policy(State Farm multi car discount), will the rates go up even if the insurance is not under my name?
3. I had a PDA card, but I forgot to present it to the State trooper, should I still bring it to the hearing just in case.
P.S this is the first time I had ever been pulled over for anything, could this fact increase my chances for a reduced charge?
Adam,
Answers follow your questions.
1. Does the the bureau office in Hauppague allow for a reduction of the charge? No, they do not reduce in this court.
2. If I’am under my parents insurance policy (State Farm multi-car discount), will the rates go up even if the insurance is not under my name? Your insurance can only increase if you are listed on the policy as a driver.
3. I had a PDA card, but I forgot to present it to the State trooper, should I still bring it to the hearing just in case? No.
P.S this is the first time I had ever been pulled over for anything, could this fact increase my chances for a reduced charge? No, they do not reduce on this court.
Matthew Weiss
I was recently pulled over for going 84 in a 65. It is my fist offense. I pleaded not guilty when I sent the ticket to the court. The pre-trial date was set for January 4, 2012. I called the District Attorney’s office and they said they would bring it down 10mph to 74. This means that my insurance will not go up right? In addition, the DA said that I could set up a trial date and attempt to get a lesser charge. The court is 3 hours from my house and I would probably spend the discount I would get on a ticket, on the gas going there. Would it be best for me to just accept the 10mph reduction?
Robert,
If you have any otherwise clean record, then pleading guilty to the offered reduction of 74/65 will not affect your auto insurance rates (unless you get another ticket or get into an accident within the next 36 months.
You have to decide whether it’s wroth continue to fight this ticket.
Matthew Weiss
Im 18 yrs old, had my license for around a year and a half, and i just got pulled over for the first time. i was going 85 in a 65 on I-90 in NYS. I got a ticket of course. I was wondering what i should do? how many points would be added to my license? how would this effect my insurance? could i have it not reported to my insurance? how much a ticket like this would cost me? its past the 48 hr marker so i don’t believe i can plead not guilty? can i?
few detail:
Laser verified
he submitted a statement about what he asked me: do you know why i stopped you? No // No, you were speeding 85 mph, you didnt know you were speeding? No.
12/17/2011 at 1:21 pm…..Onondaga county (Town of Van Buren)
Lastly, my dad is a judge and kinda a big deal in NYS so i was really hoping i wouldnt have to involve my parents, would this at all be possible?
Matt,
This ticket carries 4 points, roughly a $200 fine and could affect your auto insurance rates. We therefore recommend that you plead not guilty and fight this ticket. You can still plead not guilty even though the 48-hour window has passed but you should act quickly. If you fight it, you likely can get a more favorable result (less points and no insurance hike).
Feel free to call us if you have any other questions.
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
Hi Mathew
I was pulled over for 101/50 in Kings county. I know it looks horrible, but it was downhill, great road conditions and i had no idea i was going THAT fast. I realized I was going faster than should, therefore immediately slowed down, but never thought it was 101!! untill the officer told me that. this speed was definitely instantaneous because it was only moments after enering highway. i was shocked by my stupidity and irresponsibility and still am, but well what happened, happened. now i need to solve this issue somehow. I have a clear driving record, but I dont believe in miracles such as getting away with this violation. being in a hurry is my only truthful, silly excuse. what should i do (guilty or fight it) and what to expect? i would like to avoid points as much as possible. Thank You.
Peter,
You should definitely plead not guilty. Because this ticket carries 11 points, a huge fine and a $675 Driver Assessment Fee plus a possible suspension. I recommend that you speak with an experienced New York traffic lawyer.
Matthew Weiss
I was pulled over and ticketed for 81 in a 65 zone on the Northway. I have a PA license and no points. The officer incorrectly marked the ticket that my license was registered in NY instead of PA. Court is Chester Town. Should I plead guilty or fight it? I know that the points do not transfer to PA.
Sheri,
Even though points do not transfer from NY to PA, you should still fight it. A NY conviction will be reported to PA and can affect your auto insurance rates.
Matthew Weiss
I went 87 on a 55zone. In Stony Point, NY. I kind of already sent plea guilty paper. I heard you can withdraw it. What should I do?
Arvid,
This speeding ticket carries 8 points, roughly a $300 fine and a $450 Driver Assessment Fee. Therefore, you should try immediately to withdraw your guilty plea. The sooner you contact the Stony Point traffic court, the better.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I was stopped by TBTA cop on the RFK Bridge. Ticket reads 1180 d, and speed excessive 72/40. I don’t think I was gong 72, but never had a chance to question that with the cop. its a hand written ticket. this is the first time i get pulled over in over 7 years of driving. How do you think I should plea to minimize long and short term cost/effects?
Thank you for your help.
Roman
Roman,
You must plead not guilty. You’re only other option is to plea guilty but, then, you’ll get 8 points, roughly a $300 fine and a $450 Driver Assessment Fee. You also can be suspended for one 8-point ticket if you are assigned a tough judge.
Your case will likely be heard at the Queens South Traffic Violations Bureau. Here is an article entitled “Fighting A Traffic Ticket At The Traffic Violations Bureau” which should help you prepare your case.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
I was pulled over in Henrietta, NY (on Winton/Pinnacle) for going 57mph in a 40mph zone on December 5th. The officer was traveling in the opposite direction, and with a Water Authority truck in front of me going the same speed (and another vehicle in front of him), I thought I would be “okay…” but no such luck as about 30 seconds later he had managed to turn around and come after me. I did not know my speed at the time and that statement is on the ticket. The court date is not until early January (at the Henrietta Town Court). I am not worried about insurance rates or points on my license, but an estimated fee of what I will be fined would be appreciated (as I assume court fees etc. have been raised since my last ticket). As of now I plan to plead guilty and just pay the fine unless there is a better option? This will be my second ticket. The first was back in 2007 for going 80mph in a 45mph zone (my friend in another car was also pulled over for the same charge even though he was going about 90mph at the time…). The officer reduced the tickets to 70mph before printing them out; I pleaded guilty by mail and had to pay a fine of $146, my friend also pleaded guilty and went to court in person (that was his second ticket), he paid the same fine… Thanks in advance.
Alex,
The fine for this Henrietta speeding ticket is roughly $200. We recommend that you fight this ticket because one 17 mph speeding ticket can be enough for your auto insurance rates to increase. Plus it carries 4 points. If you fight it, you likely can avoid an insurance hike and get less points.
Matthew Weiss
Hello Matt,
I got pulled over tonight in Scriba (inbetween Fulton and Oswego) going apparently 73 in a 55. Im not trying to pull your leg or anything but i was absolutely shocked when he told me that. I’ve been so cautious since i got my first ticket back in 2008 that i dont even go 73 when im in a 65! Anyway, im curious as to what you think i should do? Thanks!!!
Tom,
Plead not guilty. On your court date, you likely can get this 4-point speeding ticket reduced.
Matthew Weiss
my wife just received a speeding ticket 58 in a 30mph zone in Queens County. She is a registered NY driver whereas the vehicle and myself are registered in CT. The car is under my name and she is a listed driver. My question is does her ticket raise my insurance or is it just points on her license? Is it recommended to fight in court to a lesser charge since its most likely a 6 or 8 point ticket?
thank you in advance
Angelo00,
This speeding ticket carries 6 points and roughly a $200 fine. Your wife’s case will likely be heard at the Queens North Traffic Violations Bureau. It also carries a $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
If she is convicted, this particular in speeding ticket can result in your rates going up because she is a listed driver on your policy. You can fight this ticket but, keep in mind, that there is no plea bargaining at the Queens North TVB. On the other hand, you really have nothing to lose by fighting it as the points and fine will remain the same.
Matthew Weiss
Hi – I received a speeding ticket in Queens, NY. The officer said I was doing 70/50.
I didn’t question it because I knew that I was speeding but it was more between 60/65. There is no mention of a radar being used on my ticket, is this usual?
I should also mention that I had gotten a speeding ticket back in April of this year in Florida.
Should I just suck it up pay the fine and except my points?
Stacey,
This speeding ticket carries 4 points and roughly a $200 fine. Your wife’s case will likely be heard at the Queens North Traffic Violations Bureau.
It is not unusual for the officer to omit radar or laser from the ticket, and this omission does not make the ticket defective.
If you are convicted, this particular in speeding ticket can result in your rates going up. You can fight this ticket but, keep in mind, that there is no plea bargaining at the Queens North TVB. On the other hand, you really have nothing to lose by fighting it as the points and fine will remain the same.
Matthew Weiss
Matthew,
I was caught doing 81 in a 65 zone on the I-90 in Lancaster, NY. This is my first ticket and I am not sure if I should plead guilty or not. I am also not sure whether to go to my court date or mail it in. I am not even sure of the fee. Any suggestions?
Allison,
You should plead not guilty. On your court date, you will appear and ask for a plea bargain. They likely will reduce this 4-point ticket to a 2-point ticket (but possibly a 0-point ticket).
Matthew Weiss
hi matthew
i got a speeding ticket doing 43 in a 30 on a road in herkimer county ny, i have never gotten a ticket before, my defense is that i was going down a hill and a car accelerates on its own when it is going down hill. i even had my foot on the brake. the ticket says he puled me over on a road that he did not. the ticket you told me will be about $200, and i need to know if there is a way i can get it bumped down to a cheaper ticket and less points.
thank you
Alyssa,
If you plead guilty, you likely will be offered a reduction on your court date. I would guess that you’ll be offered a 2-point ticket but, given your clean record, you might be offered a 0-point ticket.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
hi matthew,
if i fight this ticket, and plead not guilty will i get a reduced ticket?
Alyssa,
I would need more information to respond to your question. What is the charge? Where did you get the ticket? How is your record? What is your defense?
Feel free to call us for a free consultation.
Matthew Weiss
Hi I have a Pre-trial conference coming up in January for my 94 in a 65. What should I expect to happen and what do you think the fines will be reduced to? Also, is there a court fee?
Erin,
What you can expect depends on the court. Usually, you will be offered a reduction of your 6-point speed (likely to a 2 to 4 point ticket). The fine will likely about around $200 (assuming you have an otherwise clean record). There is no “court fee”, just a fine and surcharge.
Matthew Weiss
in herkimer county new york how much money will a 43 in 30 mph zone cost. it is my first ticket, will it make my insurance go up, and if so should i do a Drive Safety Class?
Alyssa,
This ticket carries roughly a $200 fine. It will not make your insurance increase because you have an otherwise clean driving record.
Finally, if you are found guilty or plead guilty to this speeding ticket (which carries 4 points), then it is a good idea to take the NY Driver Safety Class. This class will remove the 4 points from your DMV total as well as reduce your insurance by 10%.
Matthew Weiss
I recently got a speeding ticket in Sandy Creek, upstate NY, 81/65. My first ticket ever, (I’ve had a license for 12 years). I wrote a plea request to the DA’s office and received an offer to change it from 1180 to an “1102 failure to comply” which my understanding is 2 points. However, due to military circumstances I have an Alaska driving license. Any idea if these points will transfer?
Thanks!
Sam,
Points from a New York conviction WILL transfer to your Alaska license. If you are convicted in New York and the offense is grounds for suspension or revocation in Alaska, your license may be suspended or revoked. The Alaska DMV will assess the amount of points that would have been assessed if the violation had occurred in Alaska. For instance, in Alaska, speeding 3-9 mph is a 2-point offense, 10-19 mph is a 4-point offense and 20+ mph is a 6-point offense. Alaska suspends for 12 points within a 12-month period and for 18 points within a 24-month period. You can take a safety class in Alaska to remove 2 points once every 12 months.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I got a speeding ticket with 48 on 35 and with 4 points in NY yesterday, i belong to NJ and already have 2 points on my licence, this speeding ticket would make it 4. how do i reduce my points and also what would be the best option to deal with this speeding ticket and will there me any insurance impact?
Also i see that i need to pay $195 for this voilation, does it include surcharge and other fees or do i need to pay anything extra on top of the $195 amount?
pls need your suggestion and help..
Vish,
This 4-point NY speeding ticket will transfer as 2 more NJ points if you are convicted. We recommend that you plead not guilty and fight this ticket to possibly avoid the points and an insurance hike. How you fight it depends on the facts of your case as well as the court in which you case is scheduled. Feel free to call us for a free consultation where we can provide additional information.
Also, if you have an otherwise clean NY record, then you will only have to pay the fine and surcharge (roughly $200).
Matthew Weiss
212-683-7373
I was on the clearview parkway speeding with 79 in a 50. I know that is six points. I have a clean record otherwise. My court date is coming up. CAn i fight this myself or use someone with experience in this field? thank you for your time and consideration
Bonnie,
It is really hard to win a speeding ticket in New York City’s Traffic Violations Bureau. You have a better chance with an experienced New York traffic lawyer fighting for you.
Matthew Weiss
I have a court date in Nassau county for speeding ticket from 15 years ago. I am pretty sure that officer is no longer in that department. Will my case be automatically dismissed if officer will not appear at the trial?
Thanks
Hi Matthew,
I got a speeding ticket on Route 79/Dryden Road in Ithaca, NY for a 56 in a 35. However, I was crossing a section of the road where the speed limit changed from 45 to 35. It was 12am with no significant landmarks to show the reduction in speed limit (usually if your reaching a residential area the speeding limit decreases).
The road was also very hilly, so I was going down a hill, as the cop hit me with the radar. I have a previous moving violation from 2 years ago, and nothing since.
How much of a chance do I have to fight this? And is there any chance of a plea bargain?
Thanks.
R.C.
You have a good chance to negotiate a plea bargain. This speeding ticket carries 6 points, roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. If you fight it, you likely can save 2 to 4 points and the $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
Matthew Weiss
I was traveling home yesterday from PA and was stopped on the I-90 in buffalo for apparently driving 70 in a 55 zone. I am not an American resident, I live in Ontario, Canada. The officer demanded my license/registration and then took off to run my plates/license and came back only to shove the ticket through my window and tell me to plead by mail–leaving me no time to say or ask anything whatsoever about the ticket. I read on the massive ‘ticket’ that if I plea not guilty , and am denied I will have to appear in court? As in drive from Ontario to Buffalo to fight a ticket. Not sure what I should do here, nor am I sure what will happen to me or my license and insurance if I pay the fine. I am 22 and have a G license.
I’d appreciate any help or advice,
Thank you
Julia,
Points from a New York ticket will transfer onto your Ontario license. We therefore recommend that you fight this ticket. If you cannot return to New York, then you can retain a New York traffic lawyer to appear for you.
Matthew Weiss
Also, Matthew, I was given another small sheet of paper (without a supporting deposition) that described another violation – “Driver’s View Obstructed”. I did some research & realized that it might have to do with a small paper tree shaped air freshener hanging from my rear view mirror. I had no idea that hanging them from the rear view mirror is illegal till now.
It seems that it is a non point violation. But do I have to pay a fine for this also?
Pat83,
Yes, a ticket for driver’s view obstructed carries a fine (about $100) but has 0 points.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I have a NJ license and I was stopped near Valhalla, NY on 12/02/2011 for doing 60 in a 30 mph zone. This was the first time that I took this road and I might have missed the 30 mph sign & thought it is a 50 mph zone. Also, I can swear that I was cruising on 50 & not 60 as the cop has claimed.
Anyway, the officer gave me 2 tickets one with a 1110A violation (“Disobeyed Traffic Control device) & other with 1180D (“Speed in Zone”). Now, I am wondering why did I get a separate ticket with 1110A violation. What does it mean? This is my first traffic offense. How many points am I losing on my NJ license?
Also, the tickets say that, “The matter is scheduled to be handled on the appearance date below” & says to ” Return by mail or in Person by 12/15/2011 at 9:30 a.m”. But the tickets also say that if I am pleading not guilty, I should mail this not guilty plea within 48 hrs. So, if I want to plead not guilty, am I late if I mail this tomorrow, i.e 12/05/2011. I could not mail it today as it is Sunday.
Any advice on how to deal with my case will be really appreciated!
Pat83,
You are charged with a 6-point speeding ticket and a 2-point disobey traffic control device ticket. If you are convicted, these tickets will transfer as 2 points each on your New Jersey license. I don’t know why you got the second ticket but, if I were to see the paperwork, I might be able to figure it out.
In regard to pleading not guilty, you should do so ASAP via certified mail, return receipt requested. Otherwise, you must appear on December 15, 2011 to enter your plea.
Matthew Weiss
Hi,
I was pulled over today by State Police in Cicero, NY on I-81 South. I have to return the ticket by mail, if I choose the Plead of Not Guilty, do I have to drive to New York for my trial? I live in Massachusetts by the way; and it’ll be a hassle for me to go there again. If I plead guilty how much will I have to pay for doing 85 in a 65 zone? This is my first speeding ticket, but I’m also 17.
Alison,
If you plead guilty, the ticket will have roughly a $200 fine. If you fight it, you (or your traffic lawyer) likely will have to appear in court to resolve it.
Matthew Weiss
Thank you, but where will the court be? In Massachusetts or in New York? And if I plead guilty is $200 the only fine I pay? And do I lose my license or get points added to it as well?
Hi Matt,
Here’s my scenario…
I have Vermont Driver’s License – recently got a ticket in VT 21mph over– this is my first ticket in ~20 yrs… I am moving to NY how would this transfer?
The officer wrote it up for 55 in a 35– 20mph over to reduce to 3 pts instead of 5pts. I am concerned when I transfer that it’ll reflect more on NY’s system.
Since this is my first I’m inclined to just pay it..
But the first question the officer asked was when was your last ticket??? kind of strange…
Jeff,
Points from a Vermont traffic ticket conviction will NOT traffic to a New York State license.
Matthew Weiss
I was pulled over on December 1st in Genesee County for going 89 in 65 on I 90. I live in Michigan with a michigan driver license and was driving a rental with Ohio plates. The ticket has a few discrepensies and I was wondering if it would be enough. 1 the color of the vehicle is listed wrong, 2. In my personal info it says that my Lic State is MA. 3 it states arrest type is radar 2, yet charge based on direct observation, and on the deposition at the “to the above named defendant” section everything is blank other than “at I-90” and the officers name. any thaughts?
Stephen G,
These errors alone are not enough to obtain a dismissal. You should nevertheless fight this ticket to save points and money. For instance, if you fight it, you likely can save the $300 Driver Assessment Fee.
Matthew Weiss
I’ve recently been pulled over in Wayne County, NY for speeding in a 55 mph zone. I was doing 74 mph. I was 17 years old at the time and it was 9:30 pm and i do not have a night license to legally drive after 9 pm. The trooper that pulled me over only gave me a ticket for speeding and not for driving after 9 pm. I was pulled over 4 days before i turned 18 years old. Can the judge fine me for driving after 9 pm if he notices the DJ class license that is printed on the ticket even know that i am 18 years old now?? With all that being said, will i get my license suspended?? And could you tell me roughly how much the total cost will be??
Mason,
Your junior permit, license, or privileges will be suspended for 60 days if you are convicted of one serious traffic violation or two other violations that were committed while you held a junior permit or license.
Your junior permit, license, or privileges will be revoked for 60 days if you are convicted of one serious traffic violation or two other violations within the first six months after your permit, license or privileges are restored after a suspension or revocation.
A “serious traffic violation” is normally a violation that carries three or more driver violation points. Your speeding ticket carries 4 points and is, therefore, a “serious traffic violation”. The fine for a speeding ticket of this nature is roughly $200.
Matthew Weiss
I got pulled over doing 85 in a 65 on rte 84 eastbound in Putnam Cty–Patterson Twp. I have a Utah licence which is squeaky clean–however, I am not going to be able to be in NY for the court date (at or around Christmas). I drive a little 4cyl, and going up the hill I was going slower and had people tailgating me. Once I crested the hill, I attempted to pass and get over, unfortunately, that occurred as gravity began working in my “favor” and the cop was parked right at the bottom of the hill.
How bad of a situation is this/what should I do?
Thanks!
Steve,
This ticket carries 4 points and roughly a $200 fine. A conviction in New York will be reported to Utah and your Utah insurance company can, therefore, learn about it. If you cannot return here, you’re only option is to pay it or retain a New York traffic lawyer to fight it for you.
Matthew Weiss
I did not move to the left lane when a police car was stopped on the shoulder of right lane. Then he pulled me over, and gave me a traffic ticket. What is the price for traffic ticket in Albany, New York State number 1144-A with this description: FLD DUE CARE FOR EMERG VEH STOPPED OR STANDING. Should i plea guilty or not? Please advise me. Thank you so much.
Tony,
A failure to yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle ticket carries 3 points and roughly a $150 fine (assuming your license is otherwise clean). We generally recommend fighting it to avoid the points and keep your license as clean as possible.
Matthew Weiss
I received a speeding ticket for going 68 mph ( based on pacing by a state trooper as he was exiting highway at an angle) on the southern state parkway in Nassau county, NY (55 mph ). A second ticket was issued for following too closely. I filed a complaint against the officer, who was actually a sergeant, because he was unprofessional and rude and kept me for 20 mins without issuing a ticket. A trooper then came and issued the ticket in 10 mins. She did not witness the incident but I was told that it is okay b/ c the sergeant did and he will also be in court. Any advice?
Kira,
You definitely should plead not guilty. The speeding ticket carries 4 points and the following too closely ticket carries 4 points. Assuming you have an otherwise clean record, the Nassau County Traffic And Parking Violations Agency, located at 16 Cooper Street, Hempstead, will likely impose roughly $500 in fines plus you’ll have to pay a $450 Driver Assessment Fee. If you fight these tickets, you likely will be able to save the $450 Driver Assessment Fee and get less points.
Further, the fact that the issuing officer did not observe the offenses gives you a chance to obtain dismissals. A knowledgeable New York traffic lawyer can figure this out for you.
Matthew Weiss
I was given a speeding ticket in Castle Creek, NY (Broome County) for 85 mph in a 65 mph zone. This is my first speeding ticket ever. I live in NY but work for a company located in Utah. I plan to plead not guilty and hope to have the charge reduced, but wonder if points on my license will cause an increase in the insurance rate my company has to pay in Utah — and if that might lead to my termination. Does NY report points to Utah?
Linda,
New York will report a conviction here to Utah (and most other states). Therefore, if you are listed on your employer’s policy, your employer’s insurance company could learn about it and penalize you for it.
Matthew Weiss
Hi,
I am a college student in MA with a MA license, and got a speeding ticket last month in Little Falls, NY (Herkimer county) for going 83mph in a 65mph zone. I have a clean record and sent in a not guilty plea by mail. I am hoping for a plea bargain that will lower the fine and hopefully result in me not getting any points. Today I received a letter from the court saying, “The Court accepts your not guilty plea. You have been scheduled for a pre-trial conference at the time and date shown above (12/19/11). If you plan to be represented by an attorney he or she should accompany you at this appearance. The Assistant District Attorney will be present at this time. If you wish to handle this matter by mail, it is suggested that you write a letter describing the circumstances and your expectations to the Assistant District Attorney. If neither of these options is agreeable, notify the Court and a trial date will be scheduled for you.”
I definitely cannot be in NY on 12/19/11. What does it mean to “handle this matter by mail” and do you recommend that? Or is it possible to change my pre-trial conference date? I would be able to drive to NY sometime in January for a pre-trial conference, but 12/19/11 is out of the question. What should I do?
Thanks
Sarah,
It sounds like this particular court will allow you to negotiate a reduction via mail. Write a letter explaining that you have a clean record. The DA will likely make an offer to reduce it.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Hello Matt,
I have a NJ license for just over an year and I got my first speeding ticket yesterday at 12 30 am on North Saw Mill River Rd in Elmsford, NY. The officer told me that I was doing 60 in a 30 mph road. Frankly, I was under the impression that it was a 50 mph road & I haven’t realized that a 30 mph zone started. The officer wouldn’t even tell me my speed or the maximum allowed speed on that road; he just gave me the ticket & walked away without even listening to me.
From the above discussion, I could see that this is a 6 point violation & that it will affect my insurance rates in NJ and will also transfer as 2 points on the NJ license. Also, this will cost me $200 for the ticket & $300 for the driver assessment fee. Is all this true?
I have few more questions:
1. In the description above, you gave a range for a 11-30 mph violation & said that it might cost anywhere between $90-$300. So, does that mean that there is a chance that I might be charged more than $200 for the ticket itself?
2. Do you suggest that I fight this ticket? If you do suggest that, how should I do it? Do I have to attend the Greenburgh Town court in Whiteplains and plead not guilty?
3. Does it help me in getting a lesser fine if I take a Driver safety course before my court date? If yes, can I take this course in NY or can I take it in NJ also?
Please help me as I am a college student and this whole incident is scaring me, as this is my first offence.
Sam81,
Answers follow your 3 questions.
1. In the description above, you gave a range for a 11-30 mph violation & said that it might cost anywhere between $90-$300. So, does that mean that there is a chance that I might be charged more than $200 for the ticket itself? It is possible but not likely. The average fine for such a ticket is $200.
2. Do you suggest that I fight this ticket? If you do suggest that, how should I do it? Do I have to attend the Greenburgh Town court in White Plains and plead not guilty? If you want to plead not guilty, then you or your traffic lawyer will have to appear in court.
3. Does it help me in getting a lesser fine if I take a Driver safety course before my court date? If yes, can I take this course in NY or can I take it in NJ also? Taking the class likely won’t help you get a lower fine.
Matthew Weiss
I had a ticket in Nassau County 5 or 6 years back, and have been out of state since then. I just found out my license is suspended and don’t know what to do. How much will be the fine and what should I do? I was planing to move back to NY. I appreciate your help.
Shobi,
Given the limited information that you provided, my best guess is that your fine and other costs likely will be around $300. You or your New York traffic lawyer should appear in the Nassau County Traffic Violations & Parking Agency located at 16 Cooper Street, Hempstead, NY to clear the suspension and clear up this ticket.
Matthew Weiss
I am a NYS resident that recently got a 79 in a 65mph zone on the Thruway in the Ulster area . I have had another speeding violation in another state 10 months ago. How should I plead?
JB,
This speeding ticket carries 4 points and roughly a $200 fine. We recommend that you plead not guilty and fight this ticket. In Ulster County you can often get your case reduced to a lesser charge to save points and avoid an insurance hike.
Matthew Weiss
A quick question about points transfer between states and provinces. I am a NYS resident and recently got a speeding ticket in Queens. I plead not guilty and have a court date in April. I am driving more prudently until the outcome, however, I drive out of state a lot and am curious which states and provinces transfer points to New York? Thanks for your assistance.
Mark,
Traffic convictions from Quebec and Ontario provinces WILL transfer to your New York license. Convictions from the 49 states and the other Canadian provinces do NOT transfer as points on your New York license. However, convictions from the 49 states WILL be reported to New York and, therefore, your New York insurance company could use them in assessing your auto insurance rates.
Matthew Weiss
I just got a speeding ticket yesterday. I know I was wrong for speeding, but I am looking for advice on how to handel the situation. I was going 76 in a 55 in Middle Granville NY on 22a, and ticketed for it. What should I do or atempt to do? I am unfirmilliar with all of this stuff, please help…
Sam,
You definitely should plead not guilty and fight this ticket. It carries 6 points, roughly a $200 fine and a $300 Driver Assessment Fee. If you fight it, you likely can negotiate a more favorable result at a conference.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
I recently got pulled for going 54-55 in a 45 in Onondaga County, NY. The cop herself told me it wasn’t that bad of a ticket and was very nice about everything. What am I about to be paying here and what other repercussions am I facing?
Kate,
A speeding ticket for 10 mph over the limit only carries 3 points and roughly a $200 fine. If you have an otherwise clean record, a conviction to this ticket will not affect your auto insurance rates.
Matthew Weiss
I am a driver from Illinois and was recently ticketed in New York doing 82 in a 65 mph zone. I was going down a hill and moving with traffic, but was at the end of the line of cars of course.
I am wondering how I should plea and how a possible conviction will affect my dmv driving record in Illinois.
If I plead guilty and I am from out of state, I still have to show up to contest, correct?
Does New York do supervision or contest by mail?
Thanks
AV,
Your speeding ticket carries 4 points in New York and roughly a $200 fine. If you are convicted, the conviction will transfer to Illinois. Three moving violations in Illinois within 1 year results in your license being suspended in Illinois (and other states will honor such a suspension).
If you plead not guilty, you or your traffic lawyer will have to appear in court.
Matthew Weiss
Hello,
I received a speeding ticket in the county of Putnam NY-(Patterson town court would be the place for me to appear). It is marked as my going 85 in a 65 mile zone. Can I fight this ticket based on the fact that he marked the color of the car incorrectly? Also how much would this ticket cost and would it be four points off of my license? I have a CDL as well (are more points taken off) and my license was clean up until now. What are my options?
Thank you
Antonio,
The wrong color of your car is not a sufficient basis to obtain a dismissal. Unlike a parking ticket, such a minor error does not render your ticket fatally defective.
The fine for such a ticket is roughly $200 based on your otherwise clean record. It carries 4 points on your license and will be treated as a “serious traffic violation” for purposes of your CDL. You will lose your CDL for 60 days if you are convicted of two “serious traffic violations” within a 3-year period
involving a commercial motor vehicle (i.e., not violations occurring in your non-commercial vehicle).
Matthew Weiss
Alright, here’s my story. After about 9 months of having my license I was pulled oer for 53 in a 40 while the cop was driving towards me and after seeing my record was clean he wrote me for disobeying a traffic control device. I plead guilty by mail and the judge knocked it down to parking violation, $150 dollars later I had no points on my license and I ASSUME the only thing my record says is a parking violation…. I suppose that is my first question!
On August 24, 2011 I was pulled over for doing 70 in a 55 by a NYS Trooper in Webster, NY (Monroe County) and he heard my story and wrote the full ticket. No break. The interesting pieces here are: it was my last day before I left for my freshman year at college where I do NOT have my car on campus and he also pulled over the car I was following. The car I was following was doing well over what I was doign as the tooper had enough to time to step out of his vehicle and POINT me down, I regrettably pleaded to his pointing and it resulted in a ticket. I slowed down as he was flying past me to pull over the other guy and had I stayed speeding he probably wouldn’t have pulled me over at all. I feel a bit taken advantage of and just wondering what I should do?
The clerk set me a court date over winter vacation (12/21) so the case will be 4 months old whenI finally make it to my hearing. It is my first time goign to court and I ave no idea what to do.
Please help!
Joe,
Your record will only show convictions, not the original charge. Therefore, your record will only show the parking ticket (in fact, often the parking ticket will not even appear on your record because it is not a moving violation).
In regard to your new speeding ticket, plead not guilty and try and negotiate a reduction. Be polite, dress neat and do not deny (or admit) the charge. You should be offered a more favorable outcome if you follow this advice.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
I got caught going 80 in a 65 on I-81 in Jefferson County. I’m a 20 year old college student with a clean record. The cop even told me to write a letter to the court and the fine would likely be reduced. I was planning on submitting a not guilty plea on the ticket. Any advice on what to do to reduce fines?
Drew,
Be polite, dress neat and don’t deny (or admit) the charges. When you get your conference date, you will be likely offered a reduction.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Would I be better off writing a letter and possibly a plea deal? There is a link on the town courts website. What is the best deal you think I could get if I either went to court or sent a letter?
Hi,
Last night in Queens, i received my first ever moving violation, speeding 74 in a 50mph.
i have had my license for about 11 years now. what is my best lowest cost option? the ticket says $195. and of course the 6 points 🙁
Thank you
Yaser,
Your speeding ticket will be hear at the Queens North Traffic Violations Bureau or the Queens South Traffic Violations Bureau. At the Queens North TVB and the Queens South TVB, there is no plea bargaining. It is “all or nothing”. However, you have nothing to lose by fighting the ticket. Your speeding ticket carries the same 6 points, the same $300 Driver Assessment Fee and roughly the same $200 fine whether you plea guilty or whether your found guilty after trial. Of course, you have a chance to beat the ticket so give it a shot.
I wrote an article entitled “Fighting A Traffic Ticket at the Traffic Violations Bureau“. It should help you understand the process better.
Good luck.
Matthew Weiss
Hi Matthew,
I would like to echo the compliments others have given you on your site — this really is a great resource, and I thank you for having it here.
I am a graduate student in NY, but I am from CA. I still have a CA license and CA plates, as a full-time student is not required to switch over to having a NY license and plates.
At 6pm on 11/25/2011, a NY State Police officer pulled me over on I-86 in Ellery (Chautauqua County) and claimed that I was going 85MPH in a 65MPH zone. I might have been going faster than 65, but I really find 85 hard to believe, honestly. There were some other cars around so I kind of wonder if maybe he pulled over the wrong car. I was very polite and did not argue, however… because frankly, upstate NY cops are a bit scary to me.
From what I have read in other posts, if I plead guilty, this would likely be a $200 fine and 4 NY points. I think it would translate to 1 CA point, but I am not 100% sure. I do not have any prior tickets/violations in NY or any other state. The appearance date on the ticket is 12/12/2011, which actually works with my schedule fairly well, so I can make the 3 hour drive to Chautauqua county for this if I decide to fight it. The trouble is that I am going to be studying abroad for the next semester, and I am planning to be gone from the USA from late December until the very end of April, so I am not sure how I could be in court for the actual trial date.
I noticed a few strange things on the ticket. He got the year of my car incorrect (it is a 2001, and he put down 2006) and he did not fill in the “registration expires” date. Also it seems that the “Arrest Type” of “2-Radar” is inconsistent with the supporting deposition notice, “7. Charge based on Officer’s” entry of “Direct Observation”. Finally, he did not put anything down on the supporting deposition notice under “9. Additional information” or indicate anything I had said under “in which you substantially stated as follows”.
I have the following questions about the situation:
1.) Is my interpretation of the points/fines correct for my situation?
2.) If I want to plead not guilty, do I have to send the ticket in the mail or can I just bring it with me in person on the 12/12/2011 appearance date?
3.) Is there any chance they would be willing to work with me and do a plea bargain or whatever right on 12/12/2011 so I can get this taken care of before I leave the country or will the bargaining need to happen at a later date/visit? If I do plead not guilty and they set a trial date for some future day, how much does it usually cost to hire a lawyer to represent me? Is it cheaper for something upstate like this than it would be down in the city? (it seems like if it is much more than $200 then it might not be worth it to even bother with it and that maybe just pleading guilty is the way to go)
4.) Do the strange things or mistakes on the ticket help my case at all?
Thank you in advance for your help/insight!
Roberto,
Answers following your questions below.
1.) Is my interpretation of the points/fines correct for my situation? Yes, this ticket carries 4 points and roughly a $200 fine. As far as California, you need to check with a California traffic lawyer regarding how many of these points from NY will transfer.
2.) If I want to plead not guilty, do I have to send the ticket in the mail or can I just bring it with me in person on the 12/12/2011 appearance date? You are better off sending in your ticket via the mail. Send with some type of confirmation of receipt. This way you avoid making two appearance in court (one to enter your not guilty plea and one to resolve your case via conference or trial.
3.) Is there any chance they would be willing to work with me and do a plea bargain or whatever right on 12/12/2011 so I can get this taken care of before I leave the country or will the bargaining need to happen at a later date/visit? If I do plead not guilty and they set a trial date for some future day, how much does it usually cost to hire a lawyer to represent me? Is it cheaper for something upstate like this than it would be down in the city? (it seems like if it is much more than $200 then it might not be worth it to even bother with it and that maybe just pleading guilty is the way to go). The sooner you enter your not guilty plea, the sooner they will schedule your case. A New York traffic lawyer will charge between $350 and $600 to handle this case for you.
4.) Do the strange things or mistakes on the ticket help my case at all? No of these “mistakes” are sufficient to get your case dismissed.
I hope these responses help you achieve a good result. Good luck!
Matthew Weiss