Traffic Lawyer

The first rule of thumb is before entering a plea to any traffic ticket, you should speak to an experienced traffic attorney. As a general rule, you should not immediately plead guilty to a traffic ticket. New York does not have “no contest” plea on the simplified traffic information (Uniform Traffic Ticket), although there can Read on…

When one receives a speeding violation in either New York, the consequences of the charge and possible conviction can have serious ramifications upon the motorist’s driving record, insurance premiums, and livelihood. If the motorist receives three (3) speeding convictions within an 18 month period, this scenario will subject the motorist to a six-month license revocation Read on…

There are certain qualities you want your traffic lawyer to possess. The first is that they should be familiar with the courts and the protocol. They should understand the nature of the charges against the client, and know how the prosecutors handle various traffic infractions. The lawyer should know whether an offer that is made Read on…

When considering what lawyer you should use to handle your traffic ticket (violation or misdemeanor), there are certain factors you should consider. One of the most important factors to take into account is whether that attorney has the experience dealing with the prosecutors in the various local courts. For most traffic tickets issued in Nassau Read on…

Reckless driving in New York is a serious traffic misdemeanor (a crime, not an infraction) and is statutorily defined under Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) Section 1212. A conviction under this section of the VTL carries significant consequences, including, potential jail time, five (5) DMV points, large fines/surcharges, and increases in your insurance premiums. Further, Read on…