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NEW YORK MOVING VIOLATION LAWYER

Aggressive Defense for Traffic Tickets and Moving Violations Throughout New York

A moving violation may seem like a minor traffic ticket, but the consequences can be serious. Convictions can result in points on your driver’s license, higher insurance premiums, Driver Responsibility Assessments, license suspension, and even criminal charges in certain cases.

If you received a speeding ticket, cell phone ticket, reckless driving charge, failure to yield citation, red-light violation, or any other moving violation in New York, you should speak with an experienced New York Moving Violation Lawyer before pleading guilty.

The Law Office of Gina M. Wicik helps drivers throughout New York fight traffic tickets and protect their driving records.

Why Fighting a Moving Violation Matters

Many drivers mistakenly pay a traffic ticket without realizing they are admitting guilt.

A guilty plea can lead to:

• DMV points
• Increased insurance rates
• Driver Responsibility Assessment fees
• License suspension
• Commercial driver license (CDL) consequences
• Employment issues for professional drivers
• Permanent driving record consequences

New York’s DMV point system can quickly put your license at risk. Drivers who accumulate excessive points may face suspension and substantial financial penalties.

Common Moving Violations We Defend

Speeding Tickets

Speeding tickets are among the most common moving violations in New York.

Penalties increase based on the speed alleged and may result in substantial DMV points, fines, insurance increases, and potential suspension issues.

Cell Phone and Texting Violations

New York aggressively enforces distracted driving laws.

A conviction for using a handheld device can significantly impact your driving record and insurance rates.

Failure to Yield

Drivers frequently receive citations for:

• Failure to yield to pedestrians
• Failure to yield at intersections
• Failure to yield right-of-way
• Failure to yield during lane changes

Reckless Driving

Unlike most traffic tickets, reckless driving is a misdemeanor criminal offense that can result in a criminal record.

Red Light Violations

Running a red light can lead to points, fines, and insurance consequences. However, camera-generated red-light tickets are handled differently and generally do not add points to your license.

Improper Lane Changes

Unsafe lane changes and improper passing violations are common tickets issued throughout New York.

Tailgating

Following too closely is often charged after traffic accidents and can result in points and insurance consequences.

Stop Sign Violations

Failure to stop at a stop sign is a common moving violation that can negatively affect your driving record.

New York DMV Point System

Many moving violations carry points that can accumulate on your license.

Examples include:

• Speeding
• Reckless driving
• Cell phone use
• Failure to yield
• Following too closely
• Improper lane changes
• Red light violations

New York’s DMV assigns points based on the violation committed, and excessive points can lead to license suspension and additional assessments.

Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB) Cases

If you received a ticket in:

• Manhattan
• Brooklyn
• Queens
• Bronx
• Staten Island

Your case may be handled by the New York DMV Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB).

TVB cases are different from regular traffic court cases because plea bargains are generally unavailable. Building a strong defense is often critical.

What is Considered a Moving Violation in New York?

A moving violation occurs when a driver commits any traffic offense while the vehicle is in motion. These violations differ from non-moving violations, which typically involve parking or equipment irregularities, such as motor vehicle inspection issues. Common moving violations include speeding, reckless driving, and driving without insurance.

Consequences of moving violations may include fines, points on your driving record, and even license suspension. In this section, we’ll delve deeper into the common types and consequences of moving violations in New York.

Consequences of Moving Violations

Moving violations come with various consequences depending on the type and severity of the offense. Fines are often imposed, and points may be added to your driving record. For instance, accumulating 6 or more points within 18 months will result in a point-based surcharge, while accumulating 11 points within an 18-month period will result in an automatic suspension of your driver’s license.

Besides the fines and points on your driving record, moving violations can also lead to higher insurance premiums, especially if the violation involves a traffic signal.

It’s essential to be aware of the consequences of moving violations and take necessary measures to prevent them.

How Traffic Violations Affect Your Driving Record

Traffic violations not only result in fines and penalties, but they also have a lasting impact on your driving record. The New York State Driver Point System assigns points for certain traffic violations, with drivers accumulating 11 points within an 18-month period facing license suspension. Additionally, insurance companies utilize their point systems to assess the risk associated with insuring a driver, often leading to higher premiums for those with more points on their license.

In this section, we’ll discuss the New York State Driver Point System and insurance company point systems in detail.

New York State Driver Point System

The New York State Driver Point System is designed to track and monitor the driving habits of individuals. Points are assigned for certain traffic violations, allowing motor vehicle agencies to take action against high-risk drivers. Points are assigned based on the severity of the violation, with more serious offenses receiving higher points. If a driver accumulates 11 points within an 18-month period, their license may be subject to suspension. Points remain on a driver’s license for a period of 4 years.

Interestingly, New York State has a reciprocal agreement with Quebec and Ontario, meaning that convictions for traffic violations in these provinces are documented on a New York State driver’s record and assigned the same points as if the violation occurred within New York State. This highlights the importance of responsible driving, no matter where you are.

Insurance Company Point Systems

Insurance companies have their point systems to evaluate the risk level of drivers based on their driving history. These points are used to calculate the driver’s insurance premium, with those having a higher number of points on their license charged higher premiums.

Each insurance company has its point system and method of calculating premiums based on driving records. As a result, it is crucial for drivers to be aware of their driving habits and strive to maintain a clean record to avoid increased insurance costs.