Traffic Ticket Lawyer for New York State
The Benjamin Goldman Law Office is a New York law State law firm that practices Vehicle & Traffic Law. Our Firm provide legal representation to motorists ticketed anywhere in New York State, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region, Central New York, and Western New York. Attorneys at out law firm are experienced in handling cases in justice courts, city courts, and the Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB).
If you received a traffic ticket anywhere in New York State, we encourage you to contact our office for a free consultation. We will review the details of your ticket, explain the potential penalties, and help you determine the most effective way to fight the charge. In most cases, we can appear in court on your behalf, so you do not need to attend in person. Reach out to the Benjamin Goldman Law Office, at your convenience, to speak with an experienced New York traffic ticket attorney.
Whether your case is in a city, town, or village court, we’ve likely handled it before. See the New York courts we service for complete coverage.
Traffic Tickets in New York
New York is among the most active states in the US when it comes to traffic enforcement. Across the state, from densely populated cities to rural highways, law enforcement agencies dedicate significant resources to monitoring and citing traffic violations. State Police, county sheriffs, and local police departments all conduct regular traffic patrols. Highways such as the New York State Thruway, the Taconic Parkway, and Interstate 81 are heavily patrolled, as are local roads with lower speed limits.
Speed limits on highways do not exceed 50 mph in New York City, do not exceed 55 mph on parkways, and do not exceed 65 mph on major highways. Many city areas impose strict limits of 30 mph or less on local streets, particularly in school zones, residential neighborhoods, and busy commercial districts.
On highways, most traffic stops are for speeding violations. On local roads, tickets are issued for a wider range of violations, including Improper turn, Failure to Yield, Disobeying a Traffic Control Device, and cell phone use while driving. In areas with high pedestrian activity—such as near schools, stadiums, tourist destinations, or downtown business districts—enforcement tends to be more aggressive.
Why Hire a Traffic Lawyer in New York
Navigating traffic laws in New York State can be overwhelming due to varying local regulations, laws that are continuously being modified, and complicated procedural issues. More importantly, is dealing with unfriendly prosecutors and unfriendly judges. If a traffic ticket is not handled properly it can result in substantial fines, points on your license, higher insurance premiums, and even license suspension.
Hiring a traffic lawyer who is experienced with New York’s traffic court system can significantly improve your chances of minimizing or avoiding penalties. An experienced attorney that understands traffic law, will be able to to examine citations for legal or procedural flaws, and can negotiate with prosecutors to pursue the best possible outcome for your case.
Fighting a Traffic Ticket in New York
Contesting a traffic ticket in New York State can be a complex process, especially because procedures vary depending on where the ticket was issued. In certain areas, including New York City, traffic violations are handled by the Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB), an administrative court under the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. TVB hearings can take a long time to schedule, but once commenced, moves quickly, follows strict procedural rules, and does not allow plea bargains. This makes the process difficult to navigate without legal experience.
In other parts of the state, tickets are handled by local justice or city courts. Each court has its own procedures, and the type of violation can determine how the case is processed. Regardless of the court, how you respond to the ticket can have a major impact on the outcome.
An experienced New York traffic lawyer can review the charge, determine whether any defenses apply, and present your case in a way that maximizes the chance of a favorable result. In many cases, it may be possible to reduce the penalties in a significant way or get the ticket dismissed entirely.