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What is an adjournment?
It's when the Court delays hearing your case. read more...

If I get ticket in another state, do I get points on my NY driving license?
No. But there are exceptions and you still must respond to the ticket. read more...

What is the process of handling a ticket?
For you, it is just hiring a us. For us, there are several steps involved. read more...

Can any ticket be reduced?
No. Reducing a traffic charge is actually a negotiated plea bargain and the prosecutor has discretion over what plea bargains to offer. read more...

What is the mostly likely outcome of being charged with a speeding ticket?
If a person pleads guilty they will get points and incur fees and adverse insurance treatment. A lawyer can often negotiate significant reductions to those charges. read more...

What are points and why do I care?
The DMV keeps track of your driving record with points. Points means fees, revocation, suspension, and adversely affects your insurance premiums. read more...

Do I have to appear in Court?
No. We can handle most all traffic infractions by mail and fax. read more...

What are some common ways to lose the ability to drive?
Ignoring a ticket, too many points, and too many convictions. read more...

Does the DMV charge for traffic convictions separately from the fines imposed by Courts?
Yes, those payments are Driver Responsibility Assessments. A driver assessment is an amount certain drivers must pay, once a year for three years, in addition to fines, surcharges, and other penalties. read more...

Is a traffic ticket a crime?
No. Most traffic tickets are "traffic infractions" and are not crimes and the punishment for them is not penal in nature. read more...

What are the court imposed sanctions for a speeding conviction?
Courts impose fines, prison terms, or both. The DMV and insurance companies punish traffic convictions separately. read more...

What is an AUO?
AUO stands for Aggravated Unlicensed Operation. An AUO is a misdemeanor, and therefore a crime under New York law. read more...

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