Stop signs are put in place to keep drivers and pedestrians safe. They help prevent accidents at intersections and should always be respected.
Unfortunately, even the safest drivers are often distracted or in a hurry and don’t always come to a complete stop when approaching a stop sign.
Did you know that some of New York State’s top speed traps are on I-90? From Cheektowaga all the way to Albany, authorities are generously handing out tickets for speeding and other violations, including reckless driving.
But just because an officer gave you a ticket doesn't mean...
You're not alone if you were recently ticketed for a speeding violation on I-81. Every year, thousands of motorists driving up and down I-81 are handed citations for speeding.
Whether you’re commuting to work, on a road trip, or driving to one of the many colleges along I-81,...
New York State abounds with urban myths and legends. While it remains to be seen whether anyone will disprove the tales of Tarrytown’s Headless Horseman or buried treasure on Liberty Island, there’s one type of New York hearsay easily laid to rest – parking ticket myths.
Most New Yorkers...
While you may think a traffic infraction is a minor issue — an infraction, not a transgression — traffic infractions can have severe, long-lasting ramifications for your personal, professional, and financial livelihood.
Your infraction could result not only in stress, fines, and all of the hand-wringing and paperwork...
Getting a traffic ticket can amount to a lot more than stress and a small fine, although those aftereffects are already bad.
A traffic ticket may seem like a small deal, but it can have long-lasting consequences for your life as a driver and law-abiding citizen. If you...
Being charged with a DWI in New York is serious. If you have been charged with a DWI, you must understand the consequences of what you are facing. Because the penalties can be severe, it is a good idea to consider talking to a traffic ticket lawyer.
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If you are convicted of serious or multiple traffic violations, your driver’s license could be suspended. If that happens, you no longer have the privilege of driving in the state of New York. If you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL), your driving is governed by stricter rules than those with...
All New York motorists are required to yield for emergency vehicles. This law protects police officers, EMTs, tow truck drivers, firefighters, and others who save lives or perform maintenance, construction, or repairs. These professionals also exist to protect civilians — including motorists — so following these laws is essential.
Although a traffic ticket can seem like a short-term problem, it could potentially lead to a wider array of problems down the line. Distracted driving can lead to pesky penalties or some pretty serious consequences for repeat offenders. The New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) states that while driving, it is...
