Yonkers Speeding Tickets Lawyers

Traffic Violation Lawyers Assisting Drivers In Yonkers

Speeding tickets are among the most common traffic violations that motorists in Yonkers or the surrounding Westchester County area may be issued. A ticket may be issued if you are driving faster than the posted speed limit. The points associated with the ticket will vary depending on the posted speed limit and the degree to which you exceeded the limit. Many drivers believe that receiving a speeding ticket means that they must accept the ticket and the points on their record, but this is far from the truth. Yonkers speeding ticket attorney Elisa Claro and the traffic ticket lawyers at The Claro Law Firm have assisted motorists throughout Westchester County with contesting speeding tickets and protecting the integrity of their driving records. While this infraction may seem minor, it is important to seek guidance from a traffic ticket lawyer who can help you understand all of your options.

Understanding The Implications Of A Speeding Ticket

Even a minor speeding ticket may result in a fine and surcharge. Repeat offenders typically are subject to increased fines. Under the New York Driver Violation Points System, moreover, certain amounts of points are assigned to drivers who receive a speeding ticket. If you receive 11 points on your record overall during an 18-month period, your license may be suspended or revoked. A ticket for speeding at 1-10 miles per hour over the speed limit results in three points added to a driver’s record. Speeding at 11-20 miles per hour over the limit means that four points will be added, while exceeding the speed limit by 21-30 miles per hour means that six points will be added.

Receiving six points triggers a New York State DMV Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA), which is an additional fine of $100 assessed each year for a three-year period when you have six points on your license. If you have more than six points on your license, the DRA will increase by $25 per point for each year in the three-year period. For example, a driver who speeds at 31-40 miles per hour over the limit will receive eight points, which would lead to an annual DRA of $450. If you are ticketed for driving at 41 miles per hour over the limit or more, the DMV will add 11 points to your record. This means that your license could be suspended based on this single incident and you will pay a $600 DMV assessment fee and thousands of dollars in increased auto insurance premiums.

However, you should be aware that just because you receive a ticket does not mean that you need to automatically accept the points and fines associated with it. Pleading guilty may have serious consequences even beyond these penalties, such as increased insurance premiums and difficulty holding a job that involves your ability to drive. To plead not guilty, fill out and sign the Not Guilty portion of your ticket. Then, you should consult a knowledgeable attorney who will fight the ticket for you to have charge dismissed or reduced and save you time and money. In contrast to drivers in New York City and certain other areas of the state, drivers in Yonkers or elsewhere in Westchester County often can negotiate a settlement or plea bargain that may minimize the consequences even if the ticket is not voided altogether. This may make a critical difference in preserving your ability to drive.

Discuss Your Speeding Ticket With A Yonkers Attorney

If you received a speeding ticket you should consider contesting it before pleading guilty and accepting the points on your record. At The Claro Law Firm, we have counseled countless drivers regarding traffic violations and related matters. Yonkers speeding ticket lawyer Elisa Claro provides a free traffic consultation to help you learn about your legal options and the consequences that you should consider. Call us at 917-300-3334 or contact us online to set up your appointment with a traffic ticket or license restoration attorney.