1. Why should I hire a lawyer? Shouldn't I just plead guilty?
When you receive a traffic ticket, there are two major consequences besides the fines and court costs. Most traffic tickets carry points. If you get too many points within 18 months, you will lose your license. The state also imposes an additional monetary penalty of at least $300.00 if you get 6 points or more within 18 months.
The other major concern is your car insurance. A single moving violation could cause your rates to be increased by up to 50% for 3 years and 3 months. In certain cases, your insurance company will cancel you.
In almost every situation, we can help you to avoid those consequences. Our success rate is extremely high and we will only take your case if we expect a favorable result.
2. I don't understand what the point system is, could you explain?
Your license can be suspended for a number of reasons. Some of the most commons reasons are:
- If you get 11 points within 18 months
- If you get 3 speeding tickets within 18 months
- If you do not respond to a traffic ticket
- If your insurance coverage lapses
In New York we have tickets which carry anywhere from 0 to 11 points. Most moving violations carry 2, 3, or 4 points, but some carry more.
Here is a list of the most common moving violations in New York State:
| Offense |
Points |
| Speeding 1-10 m.p.h. over the speed limit |
3 |
| Speeding 11-20 m.p.h. over the speed limit |
4 |
| Speeding 21-30 m.p.h. over the speed limit |
6 |
| Speeding 31-40 m.p.h. over the speed limit |
8 |
| Speeding 40+ m.p.h. over the speed limit |
11 |
| Failed to Obey a Traffic Control Device |
2 |
| Failed to Obey a Stop Sign |
3 |
| Failed to Obey a Red Light |
3 |
| Failed to Keep Right |
3 |
| Drove Wrong Way |
3 |
| Following Too Closely |
4 |
| Reckless Driving |
5 |
For more information, visit the NYS DMV website.
3. Who should I hire to help me?
We are located in Upstate New York where we have practiced for 35 years. We only do traffic tickets and DWI charges, and we are well known here in Upstate New York. We have a 99% success rate in reducing point and your satisfaction is our #1 goal.
More questions? Contact us today!
