Fighting Your Speeding Ticket

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350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

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Speeding tickets are one of the main reasons that New Yorkers lose their driver’s license.  If you find yourself with a traffic ticket, it is important that you understand the options available to you.  Whether you choose to fight the ticket during a hearing or pay the fine, our traffic violation lawyers know what needs to be done to protect your right to drive.

DMV Tips on Fighting a Ticket:

• Notify the Court – Depending on where you obtained your violation, you will either appear at the Traffic Violations Bureau or the local courthouse. 
• Take Action – Be sure to take action within 30 days of receiving the ticket.  Those that fail to pay or plead not guilty can have their license suspended.
• Hire a Lawyer – An experienced traffic violations lawyer can help minimize your consequences and keep you on the road.
• Pleading Your Case – During the hearing, the judge will listen and accept evidence from both you and the police officer who cited you.  Unless the judge finds “clear and convincing evidence,” you will be found not guilty.

The Law Offices of Louis D. Stober Jr. are experienced in fighting speeding tickets in Garden City and the surrounding areas.  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm. Contact our traffic ticket defense law firm to discuss your needs by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

What New York State Drivers Need to Know About the DMV Point System

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com 

The New York State DMV has a Driver Violation Point System that works to identify high risk drivers.  Common traffic violations, including speeding, reckless driving, and cell phone use, can result in points on your license. If you receive 11 points in an 18-month period, your driver’s license may be suspended.

These are a few things every driver should know about driver’s license points:

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• Auto Insurance - Insurance companies have a different point system than the DMV.  Although the violation may result in an increase in your rates, they have little to do with the points issued by the DMV.
• Fines - Not all violations result in points.  Parking tickets and broken headlights do not add points, but you still have to pay a fine.
• Texting Violation - Texting and driving tickets add serious points to your license.  In New York State, you get 5 points for a texting violation.  This includes all portable devices, including a gps, cell phone, or mp3 player.
• Defensive Driving - You can take a DMV-approved Point and Insurance Reduction Program course to reduce your driver violation points by a maximum of 4 points and save 10 percent on your auto insurance.
• Seat belts – If you have a child under 16 in the car without a seat belt on, this violation adds 3 points to your license.
• Out-of-State Convictions – With the exception of Ontario and Quebec, traffic violation convictions that occur out of state do not affect your New York State driver record.

Read more about driver’s license points here or on the DMV website.  The Law Offices of Louis D. Stober Jr. are experienced in handling traffic violation cases.  Our experience, combined with our successful track record makes us Long Island’s premier law firm.  Contact our office for a consultation by calling 877-791-8076.  You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news stories and legal tips.

DMV Expands Website

Law Offices of Louis D. Stober, Jr., L.L.C.

350 Old Country Road, Suite 205, Garden City, NY 11530

877-791-8076 / StoberLaw.com 

The DMV has announced New Yorkers can now use a MyDMV account to handle identification matters. The website has now expanded so residents can tend to renewing and replacing licenses, checking points on licenses and more. (Long Island)

Governor Cuomo tells Long Island, the objective of the expansion of the website is to make the DMV process “more accessible and convenient.” Barbara J. Fiala, Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, says the new amenities on the website will help reduce the line of customers at the DMV.

MyDMV displays information regarding your identification. Users can also register to vote or become an organ donor. MyDMV even sends e-mail alerts. New Yorkers can make an account on the DMV’s website. (Long Island)

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