Frequently Asked Questions Traffic Violations

Driving in Group

Q. I was driving with several other cars and we were all doing the same sppeed. The cop pulled 3 of us over, or should I say only 3 of us pulled over, and I got a speeding ticket. Is … Continue reading

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2nd DWI!

Q. I had a DWI 6 months ago and I just got pulled over and ticketed for another. Is this a felony? What can happen? Also, I can’t afford an attorney, should I represent myself? A. A second DWI in … Continue reading

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Old Warrant?

Q. I had a DWI in 1977. Recently a cop friend told me that I had a warrant from that town. What should I do? A. Go to the town early in the week. Bring some money for bail or … Continue reading

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Traffic Warrant?

Q. what happens if you forget to go to traffic court and have a warrent for unpaid tickets? A. When there is an outstanding warrant for your arrest, you could be arrested at any time and held until you can … Continue reading

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Plea to VTL 1201?

Q. A few years ago I pled guilty to a violation of 1201. What is that? Does it carry points? A. Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1201 is “Stopping, Standing or parking outside of business or residence district”. It carries … Continue reading

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8 Year Old Speeding Ticket?

Q. I got a speeding ticket 8 years ago and forgot about it. Can it be dismissed on speedy trial grounds? .A. It depends. If you never appeared, it is unlikely. You might have a suspended license or even a … Continue reading

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Failed to Pay Fine?

Q. I forgot to pay my fine on a traffic ticket. Is there a warrant for my arrest? A. There might be. A judge can issue a warrant and/or suspend your license if you fail to pay a fine. Usually … Continue reading

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Statute of Limitations in a traffic case?

Q. What is the statute of limitations for a traffic infraction (moving violation)? A. A prosecution for a petty offense must be commenced within 1 year of commission. However, there is time excluded from the calculation of the statute of … Continue reading

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Points for Red Light Cameras Tickets?

My husband recently was driving my father’s car in Yonkers and got a ticket from one of those red light cameras, but the ticket went to my father. Can we fight this? Will it cause points on my fathers license? … Continue reading

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Pulled Over?

Q.      I didn’t break any traffic laws but they pulled me over anyway. Can they do that? A.     The police are not supposed to randomly pull over someone who they don’t have probable cause to believe committed some crime … Continue reading

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