Ignoring a traffic ticket is never the right move, no matter where you get your ticket. Doing so can get you in trouble and leave you facing significant penalties.
If you receive an out-of-state ticket, you should resolve the ticket as soon as you can...
When you’re on the road and see an emergency vehicle quickly approaching, you may feel nervous and unsure of what to do. Under New York law, drivers are required to safely move over to allow emergency vehicles to pass. Unfortunately, failing to follow this law can result in a traffic ticket.
Road conditions change on a near-daily basis throughout New York. Road construction projects can alter routes and the signage that governs the flow of traffic along them. Storms may break trees and obscure signs and landmarks. Weather and visibility conditions can make even familiar paths appear new and strange.
When you get a traffic ticket, you can either pay it or dispute it. However, if you lose the ticket, what happens to your case then? As you may well know, traffic tickets contain essential information about your charge and future important court dates. Losing your ticket could lead to significant...
New York law is clear – when you encounter a stop sign while driving, you must stop your vehicle and ensure your path is clear before proceeding. Not everyone does this, however.
Some drivers may slow down as they approach a stop sign but never fully stop before...
Some of the most common New York traffic violations and their fines are detailed below. Note that other costs may apply, such as surcharges and court costs.
Additionally, all of the violations detailed below carry potential jail time of up to 30 days, and some of the more...
If you're caught speeding in New York (or any other state), you will have to pay the price. That usually means a ticket. If you ignore it and let the fine go unpaid, you'll likely face serious consequences.
You can learn more about what can happen if you don't...
According to the NHTSA, nearly 40,000 people died in traffic accidents in 2024. I-90 is one of the busiest interstate highways in the country, and unfortunately, serious and fatal accidents happen on this road. While weather-related accidents happen too, many are caused by human error and traffic violations....
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...
Most drivers think of traffic infractions as being relatively minor in offense, and this is often the case. Non-moving violations and even certain moving violations may result in a ticket but not necessarily lead to criminal charges. However, it is possible to get a criminal charge for violating the New York Vehicle...
