Receiving a traffic ticket can be anything from a disruptive nuisance to a devastating incident depending on the severity of the violation and the financial liability associated with it. It is important that you know when to simply pay the fine associated with the...
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What is New York’s law regarding cell phone use while driving?
Mobile devices are integral to daily life, even for travel, as people use them to plan routes, purchase parking and handle related activities. Most states impose restrictions on using such devices while operating a vehicle. Drivers should understand the regulations...
Traffic violations for delivery drivers: penalties, points and premiums
In New York, delivery drivers who receive traffic tickets may face fines, points on their driver's license, and increased insurance rates. The specific penalties for a traffic violation will depend on the nature of the infraction and the driver's driving record....
Can you lose your license for reckless driving?
A citation for reckless driving may seem like an insignificant charge. However, people who receive a ticket for this offense put themselves in danger of getting points on their license, paying fines and even facing jail time. Understanding what reckless driving is and...
Why register and insure your vehicle in your home state?
When you purchase a vehicle, the law requires that you gain registration, and most states require that you carry insurance. However, you may wonder if you can register and insure your vehicle in a state you do not live in most of the time. These are things you should...
How does the Driver Violation Point System work?
In New York, the Department of Motor Vehicles uses a point system to determine when someone should lose their license and when they are not safe on the roads. Different violations lead to different citations and points. The state uses the Driver Violation Point System...
What will a ticket for texting while driving cost?
New York state law prohibits drivers from using cell phones, smartphones or other handheld electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle. Illegal use of a device includes talking on the phone, reading or composing messages and other electronic material, taking or...
Tips for disputing a parking ticket
Parking tickets can seem like an unavoidable aspect of your life in New York City. If you are new to the area, you may still be unfamiliar with the city's parking rules, such as not parking in a crosswalk. Even long-time city drivers may unintentionally park in a spot...
Does anything make a New York traffic ticket defective?
Receiving a New York traffic ticket is a drag under any circumstances, but it may create serious problems for you if you drive for a living or already have existing points on your driver’s license. However, a traffic ticket has to contain certain elements to hold up...
What makes a rolling stop illegal?
When making a right turn at a seemingly empty intersection, it is not uncommon for New Yorkers to slow down but never come to a complete stop. But if a police officer catches you doing a rolling stop, you could end up with an expensive ticket or even potentially lose...