We have all seen the sign that says “Buckle up, it’s the law.” The truth of the matter is that seat belts can save lives in a car accident. Adults know the consequences of not “buckling up” and bear the risk. But, children are different because they no not comprehend…
Driving carefully in a school zone is especially important because young lives are at risk. This is why the law is tough when it comes to school zone traffic tickets. The Law The law allows for slower speed limits around schools. The law that governs school zones is NYS VTL§…
A car can be deadly when driven unsafely around people on foot. Because a car has been likened to a “weapon,” the law is harsh when it comes to work or construction zone traffic tickets. The Law The law, NYS VTL§ 1180f, defines a work zone as a highway construction…
A single speeding ticket is the only traffic violation that can cause an automatic suspension of driving privileges for too many points. That is how serious a speeding ticket can be. The Law The law is self-explanatory for speeding and NYS VTL§ 1180b says that a driver shall comply with…
Following Too Closely traffic ticket violation (more commonly known as “tailgating”) is kind of an oddball violation in that the law does not have much to say about. Even so, this small traffic ticket have can have big consequences. First, lets look at the law to see what it recognizes…
Running a red light is one of the most common traffic violations in New York State. Within the State and Westchester County, there are two ways to get a red light ticket: by a police officer or by mail via a red light camera ticket. The Law and Its Exception…
What Is The DMV Driver Responsibility Assessment? It is a fee assessed by the New York State DMV that is paid over a three-year period. This fee is most commonly triggered by an accrual of 6 or more within 18 months to a person’s driving record. The fee is meant…
A traffic ticket for passing a stopped school bus in New York State is a BAD violation. One reason is because courts take this offense very seriously and enforce maximum penalties. But, what does it mean to be in violation of this law? This traffic ticket is discussed in two…
A texting ticket is a serious violation and can have major consequences in terms of money and points. Courts are cracking down on this violation and for good reason – a distracted driver can kill you! But, the roads have become electronic device friendlier by designating “texting zones” along New…
A cell phone ticket can be a hefty violation if not handled the right way. Lets first consider what the law says constitutes Use Of Mobile Telephones, VTL § 1225-c. The Law A non-commercial driver is in violation of the law when he or she is operating (driving) a vehicle…