Moving Violation Lawyers in Westchester County, New York

If you’ve received a traffic ticket for a moving violation, you may believe that your only option is to pay your fine and move on. However, before you write the check and sign it, you should be aware of the consequences. You could face suspension of your driver’s license if your violation is serious. For instance, in New York, a speeding ticket for driving 40 miles or higher above the speed limit can result in 11 points being added to your driving record. If you amass 11 points on your record over an 18 month period, you could face the loss of your license.

Even if your traffic ticket seems minor, if you have received traffic tickets in the past 18 months, you could also face suspension of your license or other fees. Finally, you could also see increases in your auto insurance if you plead guilty to a traffic violation. The costs of a single traffic ticket could haunt you for months or years after you pay for the violation. If you have been issued a ticket, it is important to understand that you are innocent until proven guilty. Darren DeUrso is a moving violation attorney in Westchester County, New York who can review the circumstances of your citation, represent you during your hearing, and protect your rights. Every case is unique, but our firm works hard to help clients get the best possible outcome for their cases.

Can I Fight a Traffic Ticket in Westchester County, New York?

If you receive a traffic ticket in New York, you generally have two options. You can plead guilty to the offense and pay the fine, or you can plead “not guilty” and schedule a hearing. During the hearing, you have the right to be represented by a traffic ticket lawyer, like Darren DeUrso in Westchester County, New York. Even if you have received a ticket, you remain innocent until proven guilty. The moving violation attorney, Darren DeUrso in Westchester County, NY can help you with:

• Speeding tickets
• Reckless driving charges
• Tailgating tickets
• Improper passing tickets
• Running a stop sign or traffic light
• Failing to stop for a school bus
• And other violations

The seriousness of your moving violation will depend on the specific violation for which you were issued a citation. For instance, if you received a speeding ticket, the seriousness of your ticket will depend on how fast you were traveling over the posted speed limit. According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, in New York State, speeding ticket points are based on how many miles per hour you were found to be traveling above the speed limit. Here is a breakdown of the number of points you could receive for pleading guilty to a speeding ticket violation:

• Diving 1 – 10 miles over the posted speed limit: 3 points
• Driving 11 – 20 miles over the posted speed limit: 4 points
• Driving 21 – 30 miles over the posted speed limit: 6 points
• Driving 31 – 40 miles over the posted speed limit: 8 points
• Driving over 40 miles over the posted speed limit: 11 points

Drivers who amass 11 points during an 18 month period may face license suspensions. Other violations can also result in points being added to your driving record. Reckless driving can result in 5 points being added. Not stopping for a school bus can also result in 5 points being added. Railroad crossing violations are similarly serious. Improper cell phone use or texting and driving can also result in a 5 point penalty. The consequences don’t end there. Drivers who receive 6 points or more may face additional fees above the fees associated with their traffic ticket. Finally, these fees don’t account for the additional fees you could face from your insurance company going into the future.

While every case is unique, the traffic ticket lawyers at Darren DeUrso in Westchester County, New York work closely with individuals fighting moving violations. We can help you every step of the way, from scheduling a hearing to representing you during the hearing. We fight to help our clients seek justice and protect their rights.

Innocent Until Proven Guilty in Westchester County NY

 

We don’t typically think about traffic violations as crimes, but just like any other charge against you, you are innocent until proven guilty. Even minor traffic violations can result in heavy consequences. Some traffic tickets may only result in a $100 fine, but some can be as high as $600 or more. These fines don’t even begin to account for the hidden costs of having a mark against your driving record.

Darren DeUrso is a Westchester County, New York moving violation lawyer. We can review the circumstances of your stop, the evidence against you, and fight to build the strongest possible case for your hearing. If necessary, we can also appeal an unfavorable hearing. When your driving record, your freedom, and your ability to drive is on the line, you need Darren DeUrso: Attorney at Law.