Have you been accused of having a “lead foot” when you’re behind the wheel? Are you occasionally desperate enough to get somewhere on time that you’re willing to rush through a traffic light when you know it’s already too late? You might want to think twice before you...
Speeding Tickets
The possible ups and downs of fighting a New York speeding ticket
As a New Yorker, you probably know that our home state has some of the harshest traffic violation penalties in the nation. For example, those convicted of speeding must usually pay hundreds of dollars (or more) in fines, surcharges and associated fees. In some states,...
Can a speeding ticket hurt my job prospects?
New York has some of the nation’s strictest speed limit laws. The state’s absolute speed limit law means that you cannot argue a speeding ticket on the grounds that you were traveling safely even though you exceeded the designated speed limit. Penalties for exceeding...
How much will a speeding ticket affect your insurance costs?
Getting pulled over for driving too fast is more than just inconvenient. It can also lead to an expensive traffic ticket, which could cost you as much as $600 in fines if you were going quite a bit over the speed limit. Even those going just five miles over the speed...
Don’t let the rush of the day lead to a speeding ticket
Time is a valuable commodity. Many motorists give themselves the least amount of time possible to get somewhere just to get in a few extra minutes of sleep, savor a meal or some other reason. While everyone can benefit from getting in some additional self-care time,...
3 reasons to challenge a speeding ticket
A New York speeding ticket can have severe consequences. A recent article suggests that your insurance premium will increase by 27.5% after a ticket. You will face considerable fines and administration fees. A license suspension is also possible. That alone can bring...
Rising traffic deaths in NYC prompt calls for more speed cameras
With fewer vehicles on the road, there should be fewer accidents. As it turns out, however, one traffic violation may be affecting those statistics here in the Big Apple. There’s been a big shift toward remote work this year, but that’s done nothing to combat...
NYC cops on heightened alert for speeding motorists
That driving-linked statistics relevant to New York City show a sharp spike in speeding incidents over the past several months is not exactly surprising. Relatively empty roadways account for that. The catalyst most responsible for the vast metro’s relatively quiet...
Cuomo announces plan to enforce road construction laws in New York
With road construction going on throughout New York City, you should be extra careful the next time you pass a construction zone. New York State government has announced "Operation Hardhat" to try to catch drivers committing tickable offenses, using undercover...
What are the different types of speed limit zones that exist?
Speed limits work much like any other regulations or laws here in the United States. They vary by state and the type of road or area. There are three primary types of speed limits. These include statutory, posted and special conditions. Statutory speed limits are...