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These changes impact how points are assessed, the penalties for violations, and the rules for suspensions and license restoration. Drivers convicted of DWI offenses now face 11 points, and offenses like - [A Police Officer’s Advice for Those Arrested for DWI in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/a-police-officers-advice-for-those-arrested-for-dwi-in-new-york/) - There may be a lot going through your mind when you are pulled over for drunk driving. You may feel you are truly fine to drive, or you may be regretting your decision to get behind the wheel. Perhaps you are worried about how family members might react or how your insurance rates might be - [When Can the Police Take Away/Impound Your Vehicle?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/when-can-the-police-take-away-impound-your-vehicle/) - There are few reasons why local police or any law enforcement would take possession of your vehicle. We use the term “voucher” to describe this process. Basically, to “voucher a vehicle” simply means that we are taking possession of it and itemizing what is inside. Most police officers try to avoid taking away a vehicle - [What Happens Right After an Arrest?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-happens-right-after-an-arrest/) - Getting arrested is an unnerving experience that brings with it a lot of uncertainty, especially for those who have never experienced it before. Throughout New York State, the process is pretty uniform so most people will undergo the same steps after being arrested for a crime. You’ll be brought to the police station precinct, where - [Four Common Myths About Cell Phone Usage While Driving in NY](https://traffictickets.com/blog/common-myths-cell-phone-usage-driving-ny/) - In an effort to deter cell phone usage while driving, New York State Police are using newer and more effective methods to catch distracted drivers, including designated patrol cars, periodic texting ticket blitzes, and enforcement initiatives like Operation Hang Up. However, even with these efforts cell phone usage and texting while driving are still big - [NYPD's Facial Recognition Use: Can You Be Wrongfully Arrested by AI?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nypd-facial-recognition-use/) - Facial recognition has quickly moved into everyday policing as AI and related technologies continue to advance. The NYPD, like many law enforcement agencies across the country, now uses this powerful tool to help identify suspects in serious crimes ranging from violent assaults to theft. Supporters point to its potential for speeding up investigations and keeping - [How to Use Dash Cam Footage to Fight a New York Speeding Ticket](https://traffictickets.com/blog/how-to-use-dash-cam-footage-to-fight-a-new-york-speeding-ticket/) - If you’ve been issued a speeding ticket, you may feel that the ticket was not justified at worst or inaccurate at best. You should know that this is not unusual and, more importantly, it doesn’t mean you have to accept the consequences of the speeding ticket, which could amount to hefty fines and a steep - [When Can the NYPD Search Your Vehicle?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/when-can-the-nypd-search-your-vehicle/) - If you’re ever stopped by a police officer in your vehicle, there is a chance he or she will ask to search it. Sometimes, the officer won’t even ask. While this can feel like an invasion of privacy, officers should (and usually do) have arguably legitimate reasons for a search. However, do you have to - [How Will Two Points in New Jersey Affect Your Insurance Rates?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/how-will-two-points-in-new-jersey-affect-your-insurance-rates/) - Traffic violations in New Jersey don’t just come with fines; they can also add points to your license that remain on your driving record indefinitely. Even a minor infraction, such as not fully stopping at a stop sign or failing to keep right, can result in points that impact your driving record. Many drivers don’t - [Scam Warning: Fraudulent Text Messages Impersonate the DMV](https://traffictickets.com/blog/dmv-scam-text-messages/) - A new scam is circulating across the United States in which fraudsters send fake text messages that claim to be from various state departments of motor vehicles (DMVs) or E-ZPass. These messages claim the recipient owes an outstanding payment and threaten to suspend their driver’s license or registration unless they pay immediately. In April 2024, - [New York City’s New License Plate Rules: What Drivers Need to Know to Avoid Fines](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-citys-new-license-plate-rules/) - Starting on April 16, 2025, New York City is cracking down on obscured, damaged, and fraudulent license plates with new rules aimed at ensuring all vehicles have clearly visible and legible plates. Under the new rules, drivers with fake or obstructed plates, such as peeling, defaced, or dirty plates, may face fines if they fail - [Navigating New York City's New Congestion Pricing: What Drivers Need to Know](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-city-congestion-pricing/) - Congestion pricing is a system that charges vehicles a fee to enter high-traffic areas. Its aim is to reduce congestion and generate revenue for public transit. New York City is known for its busy streets, and it is estimated that more than 700,000 vehicles enter the Manhattan Central Business District every day, contributing to congestion. - [What to Say and Not Say After an Accident](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-to-say-and-not-say-after-an-accident/) - Getting into a car accident is stressful for anyone, and it can be hard to know what to say or do. Tempers can flare, or you may be tempted to apologize if you think you were at fault. However, the fact is that you can significantly affect your civil (and sometimes even criminal) liability if - [New York City Reduces Speed Limit to 20 MPH: What This Means for Drivers](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-city-reduces-speed-limit-to-20-mph/) - New York City is introducing a 20 mph speed limit in select areas through a law known as Sammy’s Law. This new law is named in honor of 12-year-old Sammy Cohen Eckstein, who was struck and killed by a motor vehicle, and it was implemented to reduce motor vehicle accidents, injuries, and fatalities. Whether you - [Little-Known NY Traffic Laws You Need To Be Aware Of](https://traffictickets.com/blog/little-known-ny-traffic-laws-you-need-to-be-aware-of/) - Traffic tickets in New York State can be expensive, add points to your license, raise your insurance costs, and even lead to a suspended or revoked license. In addition, violating a New York traffic law can get you in trouble, even if you didn’t know about it. That’s because ignorance of the law is no - [New York’s New Rules for Repeat Offenders Driving Under the Influence](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-yorks-new-rules-for-repeat-offenders-driving-under-the-influence/) - New York has introduced stricter rules for individuals who repeatedly drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The new “Forfeit After Four” rules were enacted by the state to improve roadway safety by addressing the dangers of repeatedly impaired drivers who receive multiple DWIs. For example, in New York State, more than 30% of - [Evading the Police: A Former Cop Discusses the Implications of Not Pulling Over](https://traffictickets.com/blog/evading-the-police-a-former-cop-discusses-the-implications-of-not-pulling-over/) - Evading the police, or fleeing from a police officer, is a serious offense that comes with significant legal consequences and safety risks. Law enforcement must maintain a delicate balance between enforcing the law against drivers who do not pull over, and ensuring public safety for nearby drivers and pedestrians. There are also exceptional circumstances where - [Sammy’s Law Changing NYC Speed Limits to as Low as 10mph](https://traffictickets.com/blog/sammys-law-changing-nyc-speed-limits-to-as-low-as-10mph/) - On April 30th, 2024, Sammy’s Law was passed into the state budget, granting the City of New York the authority to reduce speed limits dramatically. Sammy’s Law gives New York City greater autonomy to set its speed limits to 20mph on individual streets and 10mph on specified streets undergoing safety-related redesigns without having to pass - [Judge’s Advice on How to Behave in Traffic Court](https://traffictickets.com/blog/judges-advice-on-how-to-behave-in-traffic-court/) - There is a lot of advice out there for drivers who plan to challenge a traffic ticket and face a judge at trial. Most recommendations are sound, such as dressing appropriately and showing up early. There are more specific behaviors that can also be beneficial. A judge’s role at traffic court is to determine what - [Avoiding Higher Auto Insurance Rates: Pleading Not-Guilty to Speeding Tickets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/avoiding-higher-auto-insurance-rates-pleading-not-guilty-to-speeding-tickets/) - Americans are living in a day and age where everything is becoming more expensive, and auto insurance rates are no exception. Last February, the national inflation rate was 3.2%, and rising car insurance rates contributed about 0.5% to this overall rate. Between February 2023 and February 2024, car insurance rates have risen almost 21%. The - [Do I Need to Return License Plates in New York?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/returning-license-plates-in-new-york/) - When you buy a new car and decide to trade in the one you have for credit towards the purchase price, you can keep your existing New York license plates or get new ones. Though most tend to just get new ones, you can transfer both the registration and vehicle plates to another vehicle you - [How Much Will My Car Insurance Go Up After a Traffic Ticket in NY?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/real-cost-ny-traffic-ticket/) - Most of us know that getting a New York traffic ticket can cause our insurance premiums to increase substantially. However, almost no one truly knows how much more we can expect to pay if we are found guilty of committing a New York traffic violation. Insurance.com has analyzed the data and provided the numbers showing - [New York State Law on the Right to Bear Arms](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-state-law-on-the-right-to-bear-arms/) - The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects the right of citizens to bear arms, has faced numerous challenges throughout the years. In New York, local authorities have had to modify their laws to address public safety and maintain law and order in their communities. State law provides for: comprehensive background checks, firearm safety - [Do PBA Cards Really Work?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/pba-cards-work/) - "PBA” stands for the Police Benevolent Association, and nearly every police officer in the United States is a member. Friends and family members of police officers are sometimes given a PBA Courtesy Card. A PBA card will usually have printed on it, “The bearer of this card is a supporter of the PBA and you - [How To Change Your Court Date For A Traffic Ticket In New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/how-to-change-your-court-date-for-a-traffic-ticket-in-new-york/) - When a driver decides to fight a traffic ticket, the first step is to plead not guilty and have the plea registered with the court so that they can set up a court date. If the case is being heard by the Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB) of NYC, you can enter a plea online by - [Highway “Move Over” Law Legislation Extended: Now Includes Stopped Vehicles](https://traffictickets.com/blog/highway-move-over-law-legislation-extended-now-includes-stopped-vehicles/) - Not only do drivers need to watch for other cars and potential dangers in their lane on the highway, but it’s also important to keep an eye on things that are happening on the side of the road. How often do you see a police car, tow truck, or another vehicle parked on the shoulder, - [Disorderly Conduct: Is It Still Enforced?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/disorderly-conduct-is-it-still-enforced/) - In New York, disorderly conduct is considered illegal, even if it’s not always enforced. The violation may be brought when a person deliberately or recklessly sets out to cause a “public inconvenience, annoyance, or alarm.” Don’t just accept such a charge, though. You might want to hire a criminal attorney because a conviction will cost - [Why You Should Avoid Vehicle Pursuits: Advice from a Cop](https://traffictickets.com/blog/why-you-should-avoid-vehicle-pursuits/) - Although not very common, there are situations that lead to police pursuits. Some even wind up being televised from news helicopters tracking the chases on highways or through local neighborhoods. Among the more famous is the lengthy low-speed pursuit of former NFL player and actor, O.J. Simpson, who was a suspect in the murder of - [Maximum Speed Limits Around the World](https://traffictickets.com/blog/maximum-speed-limits-around-the-world/) - Higher maximum speed limits in some countries allow drivers an experience rarely offered in the United States. These higher limits usually only apply only to specific stretches of road, so drivers must follow all posted speed limits to avoid legal problems in foreign places. Drivers must also note that most countries post their speed limits - [Amending a Police Report](https://traffictickets.com/blog/amending-a-police-report/) - Cops spend quite a bit of time writing up reports of all kinds. In fact, the City Council is preparing a bill that would make members of the NYPD file even more reports detailing even minor encounters with civilians. Currently, the paperwork we have to complete for an arrest or accident is time-consuming and complicated. - [Nine Surprising Facts About DUI in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/surprising-facts-dui-new-york/) - Getting arrested for DWI/DUI in New York or New Jersey is no joke. Potential consequences include jail time, hefty fines, and loss of driving privileges. Read on for nine things to know about drunk driving or scroll down for the full infographic. 1. Younger drivers are arrested the most. According to statistics from state Justice - [COVID-Induced Stress Is Making New Yorkers Drive More Aggressively](https://traffictickets.com/blog/covid-induced-stress/) - If you feel like New Yorkers have been driving more aggressively lately, you are not alone. Data shows that drivers in the state have been crashing more often, and those accidents have been more devastating. They are also committing more serious traffic violations. Some say this is caused by a reduction in traffic, increased speeding - [New Jersey’s New Safe Passing Law](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-jersey-safe-passing-law/) - New Jersey’s Safe Passing Law has officially gone into effect. The law is directed at drivers passing people on bikes, scooters, and skateboards or pedestrians on the side of the road, and establishes procedural changes in the way these drivers should safely pass others on the road. Proponents of the Safe Passing Law say that - [A Cop Discusses the Use of Canine Units in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/canine-units-in-new-york/) - Well-trained police dogs rely on their sophisticated sense of smell, as well as their speed and stamina, to track down suspects, detect contraband, and maneuver into places where an officer cannot. According to an FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin cited by the American Kennel Club, it’s believed that canines’ sense of smell is 44 to 100 Each canine unit consists of the handler (police officer) and the dog. After rigorous training, the dog is not only the officer’s sole partner; it also lives in the same home. - [“Click It or Ticket” Begins in New York and New Jersey](https://traffictickets.com/blog/click-it-or-ticket-begins-in-new-york-and-new-jersey/) - Buckle up! If you're traveling for Memorial Day weekend in New York or New Jersey, you may want to think twice before deciding to forgo your seat belt, even as a passenger. Local police agencies across New York and New Jersey are cracking down on seat belt use during the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s - [What Police Can and Cannot Do](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-police-can-and-cannot-do/) - Bad cops get all the press, but most police officers are as law-abiding as the citizens they protect. Still, there are rules that police must abide by when conducting traffic stops, speaking to you at your home, or approaching you on the street. Even more so, people need to understand that just because the law - [Avoid Bad Beach Behavior: Advice from a Cop](https://traffictickets.com/blog/avoid-bad-beach-behavior-advice-from-a-cop/) - It’s almost here. The unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day weekend, is fast approaching. People will flock to area beaches, lakes, and parks to enjoy the warm weather, outdoor activities, and time with family, friends, and even new faces. The police also want everyone to get outside and have a good time. But they must - [Unmarked Police Cars and Everything to Know About Them](https://traffictickets.com/blog/unmarked-police-cars-and-everything-to-know-about-them/) - It’s not uncommon to notice a police vehicle, glance at your speedometer, and tap your brakes, especially if you’re driving over the posted speed limit. People make sure they signal to make lane changes, turns, or exit a roadway, especially when they know they are in the sights of a state, county, or local trooper. - [What Is the Difference Between Reckless Endangerment and Reckless Driving? A Cop Explains](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-reckless-endangerment-and-reckless-driving-a-cop-explains/) - The terms reckless driving and reckless endangerment sound similar but they actually refer to different offenses. That said, there are similarities: Both can result in being arrested, and both are misdemeanor offenses (although reckless endangerment can be charged as a felony). Here’s what a person should understand about both offenses. Reckless Driving Is a “Catch-all” - [What Hollywood Gets Wrong About Car Chases](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-hollywood-gets-wrong-about-car-chases/) - TV and movies love to show cops going on wild, high-speed chases. It makes for great action scenes. And let’s face it: Every cop dreams of doing stuff like that. But there’s a reason most cops don’t. Especially in New York State, our rules dictate that we not chase after suspects except in the most - [Truck Drivers Arrested in NJ for E-ZPass Toll Evasion Scam](https://traffictickets.com/blog/truck-drivers-arrested-nj-e-zpass-toll-evasion-scam/) - Police pulled over 37-year-old Francisco Reyes-Rodriguez last month after his Freightliner truck passed through an E-ZPass lane without paying the toll. Upon inspecting the truck, the responding officer discovered that it had a counterfeit license plate made out of plastic. The truck also had a fake vehicle identification number (VIN) plate in the driver’s side - [Troopers Release Traffic Tickets List and Publish Names of Those Ticketed](https://traffictickets.com/blog/troopers-release-traffic-tickets-list-publish-names-ticketed/) - Recently, the State Police of Troop B, Zone 2 have been compiling lists of the NY traffic tickets that you and I receive in St. Lawrence County. Not only that, but they have also been offering these daily lists to the local media. Captain Michael Girard, the Commander of Zone 2, explained, “We want people - [Texting Tickets are on the Rise](https://traffictickets.com/blog/texting-tickets-rise/) - Ever since New York's statewide ban on text messaging while driving took effect over a year ago, more than 20,000 texting tickets have been issued. The law lets police officers pull over drivers specifically for texting while driving. Previously, a law passed in 2009 made texting in NY a secondary infraction. That meant police could - [Suspended License for Fault in a Fatal Car Accident](https://traffictickets.com/blog/suspended-license-fault-fatal-car-accident/) - You immediately slam on your breaks, but to no avail. You hear the screeching of tires and you think to yourself in the split-second before it all goes down, “I hope I make it out of this alive.” Once you recover, collect your thoughts, and realize that you are unharmed, you exit your vehicle. Unfortunately, - [The Psychology of Distracted Driving](https://traffictickets.com/blog/psychology-distracted-driving/) - Everyone who has ever taken a driver’s education course knows that taking your eyes off the road, even for a few seconds, can be a deadly mistake. Yet, somehow, drivers of all ages can’t seem to resist using their phones while driving. New research from across the country is beginning to shed light on why. - [Common Offenses That Lead to a Suspended License in NY](https://traffictickets.com/blog/offenses-lead-suspended-license/) - Sometimes we forget that driving offenses can impact our lives in ways we never imagined. Sure, we all know that violating the rules of the road usually lead to unwanted fines and tickets, but certain offenses will actually result in your license being taken away altogether. If you continue to drive after your license has - [NYS Cell Phone Tickets Increase From 3 To 5 Points](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nys-cell-phone-ticket-increase/) - On March 31 at a press conference in NYC, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced increased penalties for cell phone use while driving and texting-while-driving. The Governor has informed the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) that they must increase the penalties starting June 1, 2013. In addition, the Governor has issued orders to - [New York City Launches Pedestrian Safety Plan](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nyc-launches-pedestrian-safety-plan/) - The NY Daily News recently reported on a new plan to be instituted by the New York City Department of Transportation. This program would help address an alarming statistic – half of pedestrian deaths and serious injuries occur on only 11% of the roadways. As a primary purpose of Mayor de Blasio’s Vision Zero program - [New Laws Expand on Mayor DeBlasio's "Vision Zero"](https://traffictickets.com/blog/de-blasio-vision-zero/) - Recently, NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio signed close to a dozen bills designed to improve traffic safety in New York. These pieces of legislation are the newest addition to Vision Zero, a groundbreaking plan to reduce and eliminate traffic related deaths across the five boroughs. The plan also involves redesigning the intersection at Northern Blvd. - [NY Traffic Ticket Appeals](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ny-traffic-ticket-appeals/) - Did you get an unfavorable result when you represented yourself in traffic court? Remember, just because you lost round one does not mean the fight is over. Here at Rosenblum Law we understand the significance of appealing unfavorable decisions. After all, this traffic ticket could be the one that causes you to lose your license, - [NY Driver License Suspended 18 Times and Still Driving](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ny-driver-license-suspended/) - A deputy of the Erie County Sheriff’s Office was on a routine patrol in the Town of Holland, New York. He noticed a motorist with only one working headlight. During the routine stop, the deputy issued tickets for illegally tinted windows and a broken headlight. Upon further inspection of the automobile, police found cocaine. A - [Google Ads Definitions to Snippets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/google-ads-definitions-to-snippets/) - We just noticed a new featured snippet feature for our keyword "driving with a suspended license in NY". Google extracted the word "misdemeanor" and defined it within the snippet. It's also interesting to note that Google pulled in the British spelling of the word "misdemeanor" even though it is spelled the American style in the - [DWI Enforcement in Effect Through Independence Day](https://traffictickets.com/blog/dwi-enforcement-effect-independence-day/) - New York State and local law enforcement officials will be cracking down on drunk driving for six days as part of the STOP-DWI Independence Day initiative. Drivers can expect an increase in marked and unmarked patrols starting Friday, June 30 through Wednesday, July 5. Police will be on the lookout for drunk driving as well - [Despite Efforts, Cell Phone and Texting Accidents Continue to Rise](https://traffictickets.com/blog/cell-phone-texting-accidents-continue-to-rise/) - Over the past decade, government, law enforcement, and corporate have poured efforts into preventing accidents from drivers using their cell phone or texting behind the wheel. Unfortunately, 2017 data from the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles seems to indicate that it has had little effect. In 2017, police across New York State wrote more than - [Driving With Expired Registration in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/driving-with-expired-registration-in-new-york/) - Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 401 covers the law in New York with respect to driving with an expired registration. What drivers need to understand first is that if your vehicle is on the road or even parked on the street, a police officer can run your license plate and see if your car is - [Do You Have to Respond to a NY Traffic Ticket Within 48 Hours?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/respond-to-a-ny-traffic-ticket-within-48-hours/) - Drivers who get a traffic ticket in New York State will notice that the ticket says drivers must respond within 48 hours. This is not a lot of time and many drivers miss this deadline. This begs the question: Does this deadline matter? And what happens to drivers who miss it? What Does it Mean - [Six Mistakes People Make When Being Arrested and Post-Arrest](https://traffictickets.com/blog/six-mistakes-people-make-when-being-arrested-and-post-arrest/) - No one wants to get arrested and we don’t like to have to arrest someone. It's stressful for all parties involved. But if you do find yourself in this unfortunate situation, there are some things you should and shouldn't do to minimize the impact of what happens to you. Remember, too, that your arrest is - [Should a Canadian Driver Fight a New York Speeding Ticket?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/canadian-driver-york-speeding-ticket/) - Like many Montreal residents, you decide to drive to Plattsburgh, New York to go shopping. As you near the Plattsburgh mall, you suddenly see a NY State Trooper pulling you over. He then issues a speeding ticket. You don’t believe that you were driving that fast, but you are unsure what to do. Do you - [When and How Police Can Use Force](https://traffictickets.com/blog/when-and-how-can-police-use-force/) - Most people’s encounters with the police are peaceful and uneventful. A traffic stop usually results in a ticket or a warning and the driver is sent on their way. Sadly, there are situations when things escalate and police find themselves using force to elicit compliance, detain, or arrest someone. Not every use of force is - [Can You Record the Police?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/can-you-record-the-police/) - We’ve all seen the video posted to various websites. A person has come into contact with law enforcement and begins recording the encounter on a cell phone. Sometimes it’s the result of a traffic stop; other times it may involve an event like a party or even just occur in a public place. Law enforcement - [So You’ve Fled an Accident Scene: Advice from a Cop](https://traffictickets.com/blog/so-youve-fled-an-accident-scene-advice-from-a-cop/) - Everyone who takes a basic driver’s education course is taught that, in the event of an accident, both drivers should stop, exchange information, and if necessary call the police. Failing to do that can result in serious consequences. Some call this a hit-and-run, others call it leaving the scene of an accident. The law uses - [What NOT to Do When Pulled Over by Police](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-not-to-do-when-pulled-over-by-police/) - Nearly everyone is pulled over by police at some point in their life. The flashing red-and-blue lights are hardwired into drivers’ brains to mean that trouble is imminent. However, a traffic stop does not have to be a harrowing event. While there isn’t much one can do to avoid getting a ticket once they’ve been - [A Police Officer’s Advice on What Not to Do When Pulled Over](https://traffictickets.com/blog/a-police-officers-advice-on-what-not-to-do-when-pulled-over/) - Nobody wants to be pulled over and given a traffic ticket. Honestly, it’s not exactly the kind of thing police look forward to either. However, enforcing traffic laws is an important part of protecting other motorists, and officers take this responsibility seriously. The most important things to do when pulled over are to get as - [Can Flashing Your High Beams Get You a Ticket in New York?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/flashing-headlight-high-beams-ticket-ny/) - Ever since headlight beam selectors began being placed on the steering column of automobiles, drivers have engaged in headlight flashing, or the practice of warning other drivers of hazards on the road or police speed traps by flicking their lights. Though a common practice, depending on what jurisdiction drivers who flash their high beams are - [Tactics Police Use to Get Confessions](https://traffictickets.com/blog/tactics-police-use-to-get-confessions/) - If you’ve been suspected of a crime, you should know that police have various tactics that they use to get people to confess. The tactics used will depend on the severity of the crime. For most misdemeanors, law enforcement will not be pressing hard for a confession. The exception may be an assault charge that - [5 Things a Cop Wants You to Know About Texting While Driving](https://traffictickets.com/blog/5-things-a-cop-wants-you-to-know-about-texting-while-driving/) - When I started my career in law enforcement in the early 1990s, cell phones were just beginning to get smaller in size and more people were starting to use them. Around that time, we began to see motorists on their cell phones while driving. So lawmakers made it illegal to call—and later text—when driving. When - [What to Know About Filing a Complaint Against Police](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-to-know-about-filing-a-complaint-against-police/) - As I’ve said in so many articles in the past, especially when discussing police conduct, the vast majority of civilian interactions with police are peaceful. That’s because the vast majority of police and civilians are law-abiding, decent people. However, many times interaction with police is much more unpleasant than it should be. A person may - [How Police Radar Impacts Speeding Tickets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/how-police-radar-impacts-speeding-tickets/) - A lot of drivers don’t really understand speed radar, how it works, and how it affects a speeding ticket. This leads to a lot of bad advice and misinformation on how to fight a speeding ticket when a radar gun is involved. Here’s a quick reality check on police and speed radar. Radar Guns Can - [Police Expected to Step Up DWI Enforcement During Thanksgiving Weekend](https://traffictickets.com/blog/police-expected-to-step-up-dwi-enforcement-during-thanksgiving-weekend/) - New Yorkers are getting back to normal, and experts are expecting to see a massive uptick in both air and road travel around Thanksgiving week. Along with this, police are expecting the usual surge in drunk and impaired driving and will be stepping up enforcement accordingly. The annual Thanksgiving STOP-DWI initiative will run from Wednesday, - [New York State DOT Admits Cops Hide Among Work Crews to Catch Speeders](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-state-dot-admits-cops-hide-among-work-crews-to-catch-speeders/) - In a recent Facebook post, the New York State Department of Transportation revealed a trick it uses to catch people who speed in work zones. The photo shows a person dressed in a reflective yellow vest and orange hard hat. To anyone passing by, he would look like another construction worker. But the truth is, - [Here’s How you Can Create an iPhone Shortcut to Record Police During a Traffic Stop](https://traffictickets.com/blog/heres-how-you-can-create-an-iphone-shortcut-to-record-police-during-a-traffic-stop/) - The proliferation of video cameras in smartphones and dash cams have brought to light that police misconduct can occur during what should be a routine traffic stop. Police have often been taken to task for unfair and sometimes even illegal treatment of motorists during traffic stops. Thankfully, iPhone users who wish to memorialize their interactions - [Drivers Urged to Be Cautious During National Move Over Day](https://traffictickets.com/blog/drivers-urged-to-be-cautious-during-national-move-over-day/) - On Saturday, Oct. 16, drivers are being urged to exhibit additional caution around emergency vehicles as part of National Move Over Day. This recent annual event is designed to highlight an important but often overlooked traffic law. Every state has its own version of the “Move Over” law, which requires drivers to exercise due care - [Traffic Ticket Defenses that a Cop Will Always Defeat](https://traffictickets.com/blog/traffic-ticket-defenses-that-a-cop-will-always-defeat/) - I’ve had to justify thousands of traffic tickets in court over the course of my career. People have all sorts of reasons and excuses for why they did what they did, or why they think they didn’t do what I claim they did. I’ve never heard any truly outrageous defenses. Instead, I used to hear - [Cops Do Target Out-of-State Drivers (But Not For the Reason You Think)](https://traffictickets.com/blog/cops-do-target-out-of-state-drivers-but-not-for-the-reason-you-think/) - A lot of drivers believe that cops are more likely to pull a person over if he or she has out-of-state license plates. In a way, there is some truth to that. But it’s not necessarily because we believe that out-of-state drivers don’t know New York State traffic law or because we think we can - [How Cops Handle a Driver They Suspect Is High on Drugs](https://traffictickets.com/blog/how-cops-handle-a-driver-they-suspect-is-high-on-drugs/) - Now that any adult in New York can legally possess and smoke marijuana, there’s likely to be an uptick in accidents caused by driving while high. After all, the same thing happened in Colorado in the years following legalization in that state. Just like alcohol, it is illegal for a person to drive while under - [New Yorkers Can Opt for Payment Plans to Avoid License Suspension](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-yorkers-can-opt-for-payment-plans-to-avoid-license-suspension/) - New Yorkers struggling to pay fines and fees associated with traffic violations may soon be able to avoid having their license suspended for non-payment. On Dec. 31, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill allowing drivers to set up payment plans if they can't afford an entire fine in a lump sum. The law takes effect - [Auto Accidents: When an Injury Affects a Statement](https://traffictickets.com/blog/auto-accidents-when-an-injury-affects-a-statement/) - After an auto accident, police need to get a statement from all of the drivers and passengers. This is true even when one or more people are injured. As long as someone is coherent, it is almost always preferred that an officer get the statement there on the scene. In most cases, his or her - [Automobile Accidents: What the Damage Tells Us (And What it Doesn’t)](https://traffictickets.com/blog/automobile-accidents-what-the-damage-tells-us-and-what-it-doesnt/) - There are a lot of factors that go into an accident report, and which ultimately are used to determine who is at fault. A lot of times, the damage tells us some of the details, such as the direction the vehicles are traveling and the rate of speed. Damage will always show the point of - [Labor Day DWI Enforcement Begins August 20th](https://traffictickets.com/blog/labor-day-dwi-enforcement-begins-august-20th/) - As the summer wanes, many New Yorkers use the weekends leading up to Labor Day to cut loose. Knowing this, state and local police will be actively patrolling the streets to crack down on anyone who cuts too loose by driving drunk or committing other traffic violations. The STOP-DWI Labor Day initiative begins Friday, August - [What You Need to Know About Bike Accidents in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-bike-accidents-in-new-york/) - In the past few years, the number of bicyclists on the streets of New York—especially NYC—has increased dramatically. Motor vehicle drivers must yield to bikes on the road. But these bicyclists need to obey the law as well. When accidents involving bicyclists occur, regardless of who is at fault, an accident report may need to - [A Cop’s Advice on Pedestrian Accidents](https://traffictickets.com/blog/a-cops-advice-on-pedestrian-accidents/) - When it comes to accidents involving vehicles striking pedestrians, things are very different now than they were 20 years ago. Back then, if a person was hit with a car, it was presumed to be an accident unless a witness or other evidence suggested otherwise. There were fewer security cameras and no traffic cameras. This - [Why You Need an Attorney to Help Fight that Traffic Ticket (And How to Choose One)](https://traffictickets.com/blog/need-attorney-help-fight-traffic-ticket-choose-one-debora-hamsho-esq/) - Whether drivers want to admit it or not, New York State has a pretty fair system of vehicle and traffic laws. Still, those laws can be complex and the possible penalties for a conviction are not always well understood. That’s why it’s amazing to me how many people show up to traffic court without legal - [What You Need to Know About NYC Traffic Court Appeals](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-nyc-traffic-court-appeals/) - There are a lot of reasons why a person might want to appeal a NYC traffic court conviction. Some people pay a ticket not realizing the possible consequences. Others may not have realized how many points were already on their license and/or how many were associated with the charges. Others plead guilty in court and - [8 Things Most Drivers Don’t Know About NYC Traffic Tickets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/8-things-most-drivers-dont-know-about-nyc-traffic-tickets/) - It’s easy for experienced drivers to think they know the rules of the road. But traffic laws in New York City and the New York State at large can be complicated. Here are eight things even savvy drivers don’t always know. 1 - Green Doesn’t Always Mean Go. A driver is waiting at a light - [Stories from the Bench: Mercy Cases](https://traffictickets.com/blog/stories-from-the-bench-mercy-cases/) - While New York State traffic court judges can be tough, we are all human. What most people don’t realize is that while police officers, prosecutors and judges all have a job to do, they also have a significant amount of discretion. Some use it more liberally than others. For example some judges have the reputation - [New Yorkers Warned of REAL ID Phishing Scam](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-yorkers-warned-of-real-id-phishing-scam/) - The federal government has been attempting to roll out new Real IDs since 2017. Now, scammers are attempting to take advantage of the push through text messages to New Yorkers. The NYS Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) recently issued a warning not to respond to suspicious text messages claiming to be from the DMV. The - [How Police Fill Out an Accident Report](https://traffictickets.com/blog/how-police-fill-out-an-accident-report/) - When a car accident happens, especially when injuries are involved, police must make a detailed accounting of the events and document them in an accident report. This is a complex problem and can be a lot like putting together a jigsaw puzzle. By the end of the process, the accident report includes the officer’s determination - [A Cop’s Take on Pulling Over Truck Drivers](https://traffictickets.com/blog/a-cops-take-on-pulling-over-truck-drivers/) - Motorists share the road with motorcyclists and truck drivers, and either of these can make traditional car drivers nervous. Driving a large truck—whether it’s an 18-wheeler or a box truck—is a serious responsibility. These vehicles are much heavier and spend more time on the road than most vehicles, so these drivers have to be extra - [Buzzed Drinking and Driving](https://traffictickets.com/blog/buzzed-drinking-driving/) - Consider this scenario: You and your spouse go out to dinner. You’ve had only one glass of wine and you’re feeling fine, so you drive home. On the way, you get into a fender bender and the next thing you know, a police officer is administering a breathalyzer test and you get charged with a - [Police Opinion Of Move Over Law](https://traffictickets.com/blog/police-opinion-move-over-law/) - New York’s Move Over law (VTL 1144-a) requires drivers to slow down and move over for police cars, hazard vehicles, and any other emergency vehicles displaying amber lights. Since the law was enacted in 2011, it has been strongly enforced by police officers. We asked Trooper Travis Hall for his perspective and advice on how - [Failure to Stop for School Buses](https://traffictickets.com/blog/failure-stop-school-buses/) - Under Vehicle and Traffic Law 1174(a), drivers are required to stop for school buses that have their red lights flashing or their stop signs out and are picking up or discharging passengers. Failing to stop can have serious consequences, including 5 points on your license, up to a month in jail, and fines of up - [When I Let a Driver Off With a Warning and Why](https://traffictickets.com/blog/10-times-a-driver-off-with-a-warning-and-why/) - Every driver who gets pulled over hopes to avoid getting a traffic ticket. As police officers, we understand there is value in leniency and second chances. We also know there is a difference between someone who has a blatant disregard for the law and someone who has made an honest mistake. At the end of - [How Rochester’s New Traffic Violations Agency Will Impact Drivers](https://traffictickets.com/blog/rochesters-new-traffic-violations-agency-will-impact-drivers/) - It was recently announced that after nearly 50 years the Rochester Traffic Violations Bureau or “TVB” - which is a division of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles - will be closing. Its replacement will be the Rochester traffic Violations Agency (RTVA), and while it might not sound like a major change, there - [New Bill in NY Would End Driver’s License Suspensions for Unpaid Fines and Fees](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-bill-in-ny-would-end-drivers-license-suspensions-for-unpaid-fines-and-fees/) - Driving is critical to most people’s daily lives. Whether it’s getting to work or buying groceries, most people need a driver’s license to run their errands. This makes the suspension of one’s driver’s license a serious problem. Currently, New Yorkers can lose their driver’s licenses for offenses as trivial as failing to pay a traffic - [NYS Speed Enforcement Initiative Begins Thursday 6/11/20](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nys-speed-week-6-11-20/) - Speeders and aggressive drivers must watch out! State and local law enforcement will be cracking down on unsafe driving during a weeklong traffic enforcement initiative. This year’s “Speed Week” begins Thursday, June 11, 2020 and runs through Wednesday, June 17, 2020. Troopers and other police will also be carefully watching highway work zones and target - [Why Do Cops Ask Why You Are Speeding? (And How to Respond)](https://traffictickets.com/blog/why-do-cops-ask-why-you-are-speeding-and-how-to-respond/) - When a driver is pulled over for speeding, police officers often ask the driver why he/she was speeding. This is an odd thing to do in New York and other states that have strict liability for speeding and other traffic violations. Strict liability means it doesn’t matter if the driver has a rational explanation for - [Obscure Traffic Tickets You May Not Have Heard Of](https://traffictickets.com/blog/obscure-traffic-tickets-you-may-not-have-heard-of/) - We all know that it is a traffic violation to exceed the speed limit in New York or to text while driving. But there are lots of different kinds of traffic tickets that many drivers are unaware of. Here is just a few: Failure to use due care. New York Vehicle and Traffic Law statute - [U.S. States with the Most Expensive Texting Tickets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/u-s-states-with-the-most-expensive-texting-tickets/) - About 14% of traffic accidents involve a driver distracted by a cell phone. More than half (8% total) involve the driver texting or using other smartphone functions other than making calls. As such, all states except Montana have put in place some form of texting while driving ban. Often called “distracted driving,” the exact bans - [Police Cracking Down on DWI through St. Patrick’s Day Weekend](https://traffictickets.com/blog/police-cracking-down-on-dwi-through-st-patricks-day-weekend/) - As revelers gather to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, police will be gathering to watch for those who may be driving while intoxicated or committing other traffic offenses. The STOP DWI St. Patrick’s Day enforcement initiative will begin Tuesday, March 16, and run through Sunday, March 21. In most years, March sees the most drivers pulled - [Do I Need To Hire an Attorney](https://traffictickets.com/blog/do-i-need-to-hire-an-attorney/) - You’ve recently gotten a traffic ticket and now you are asking yourself this very question. When the police officer gave you the ticket, he explained what sounded like a simple process for answering this ticket. This “process” even allowed for you to respond by mail and it appears to eliminate any “red tape”, allowing you - [When Both Drivers Claim They Had a Green Light](https://traffictickets.com/blog/when-both-drivers-claim-they-had-a-green-light/) - It is common in car accidents for both drivers to believe they had the right of way. As police officers, it is our job to determine who is correct and who is incorrect. More so, even when a person knows they were wrong—having run a red light for example—an officer may encounter a situation where - [How To Act When You Get Stopped For Speeding in New York State.](https://traffictickets.com/blog/how-to-act-when-you-get-stopped-for-speeding-in-new-york-state/) - In cases where you're stopped for speeding, it's vital to cooperate with the police officer. Once you see the flashing lights in your rear view mirror, pull over quickly and safely, pulling over and move as far to the right of the road as you can. Then turn off your engine. When the officer approaches your car make sure your hands on the steering wheel - [Top 10 Albany NY Speeding Ticket Myths](https://traffictickets.com/blog/top-10-albany-ny-speeding-ticket-myths/) - Myth #1: Showing cleavage will persuade the officer to not issue a ticket In truth, this will not work (most of the time). In the movies, it works. Maybe it worked in another generation but not now. Police officers in Albany and Schenectady are taught that when a lady shows some skin, you MUST write - [NJ Drivers Bring Class Action Suit Over Red-Light Cameras](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nj-drivers-bring-class-action-suit-red-light-cameras/) - A class action lawsuit was recently filed against a New Jersey municipality for its improper use of red-light cameras. The class action suit claims that Cherry Hill failed to follow state regulations, which led to yellow lights lasting for an impermissibly short duration, and inaccurate data to be reported. The case is being brought in - [NY State Proposes Limits on Point Reduction To Increase Speeding Ticket Fines](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ny-state-proposes-limits-point-reduction-increase-speeding-ticket-fines/) - If you have been pulled over for a speeding ticket in New York, than you know that there are significant costs attached to it. The fine on a New York speeding ticket can range anywhere from $150 - $600 with an additional $88 or $93 surcharge added before all is said and done. Most of - [NYC Traffic Ticket Appeals](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nyc-traffic-ticket-appeals/) - Have you plead guilty to a traffic ticket (such as reckless driving) only to realize that your license is now being suspended or that you are facing a high number of points on your license? Or have you mailed in a guilty plea figuring you would rather avoid a day in court and didn't know that your - [Failure To Signal Lane Change](https://traffictickets.com/blog/failure-signal-lane-change/) - A report was published last year by the Society of Automotive Engineers that confirmed failing to use turn signals causes approximately two million car accident every year in the United States. The study showed that anywhere between one and two million car accidents could be prevented in the United States if drivers would use their turn - [Driving Without A License Plate In New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/driving-without-a-license-plates-in-new-york/) - What Are The Rules With Respect To License Plates In New York? The state of New York requires a license plate to be attached to both the front and rear of a vehicle, except for motorcycles, which require only one plate and is usually attached to the rear of the vehicle. The license plate number - [Automated License Plate Readers](https://traffictickets.com/blog/automated-license-plate-readers/) - When you step out of the house and into your car, you have no right to privacy when you travel in public. The places you travel with your car are open to the public and anyone can ‘tail’ you while you are driving and keep an eye out as to where you go. Although this - [New York Obstructed View or Control Ticket (VTL 1213)](https://traffictickets.com/blog/obstructed-view-tickets/) - Anyone who has ever loaded up their backseat with so much stuff that they can barely see out the rear window should be aware that they are committing a traffic violation. Under VTL 1213 Driver’s View Obstructed, any time a person can’t see out of the windshield, side view or rearview mirrors, he/she can get - [HOV Tickets In New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/hov-tickets-in-new-york/) - In New York traffic laws are particularly rigorous and meant to deter any potential violators from attempting to break laws for any reason. New York City’s very dense population makes any potential traffic situations many times more deadly than it would be in a state with a smaller population. The large flow of traffic in - [What Is New York’s Clean Pass Program?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-is-new-yorks-clean-pass-program/) - The Clean Pass program combines three New York State agencies, the State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), the State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to ensure that low emission and energy efficient vehicles are allowed to use the Long Island Expressway’s HOV or High Occupancy Vehicle lane. The Clean - [What to do if you hit a deer in NYS](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-to-do-if-you-hit-a-deer-in-nys/) - It’s probably one of the most frightening experiences behind the wheel and it happens more often than we think. You are driving your vehicle in the middle of the night, following all the rules of the road with not many cars around you when all of a sudden a deer darts in front of your - [Plea Bargaining Buffalo Traffic Tickets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/plea-bargaining-buffalo-traffic-tickets/) - As of now, Buffalo does not allow you to plea bargain your traffic tickets. That means if you get a Buffalo traffic ticket, you cannot negotiate with the prosecutor to get fewer points in exchange for paying a higher fine. You are forced to either plead guilty or not guilty. However, all of that could be - [Traffic Tickets Can Lead to a Bad Credit Score](https://traffictickets.com/blog/traffic-tickets-lead-to-bad-credit/) - Chuck Todd, a news reporter for MSNBC, just found out the hard way that not paying a traffic ticket can harm your credit report. He received a traffic ticket for running a red light. After he tweeted about how ridiculous it was that his credit was hurt, one person tweeted back, “Why didn’t you pay - [City Posts New "No Parking" Signs Then Tickets Cars Already Parked There](https://traffictickets.com/blog/city-posts-no-parking-signs-tickets-cars-already-parked/) - Recently, drivers on a local Manhattan street say they saw city workers post brand new “No Parking” signs and immediately after ticketed every car along the block that was legally parked there just moments earlier. According to NBC 4 New York, surveillance video revealed that workers did in fact change the signs along West 15th - [Bike Tickets on the Rise in Manhattan and Brooklyn](https://traffictickets.com/blog/bike-tickets-rise-manhattan-brooklyn/) - According to the Daily News, the number of NY traffic tickets issued to bicyclists for breaking the rules of the road has shot up since the May 27 launch of Citi Bike, a new bike rental program in New York City. In the 12 Manhattan precincts with Citi Bike stations, police officers gave out 484 tickets - [Brooklyn Teacher Killed by NYPD Officer Driving and Talking on Cell Phone](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nypd-officer-driving-talking-cell-phone-kills-brooklyn-teacher/) - According to Newser, a 61 year-old middle school Spanish teacher was killed by a NYPD Officer who was talking on her cell phone while driving. Officer Paula Medrano was making a left turn on Broadway from Hooper Street at approximately 4:30 p.m. this past Saturday when her police van struck Felix Coss, a pedestrian. Mr. Coss - [The Rule of Strict Liability in Traffic Court](https://traffictickets.com/blog/strict-liability-in-traffic-court/) - In the criminal justice system, almost all crimes require both a “bad act” and a “guilty mind.” You might have heard the Latin terms for these—“actus reas” and “mens rea”—on Law & Order. However, in traffic court, the rule of strict liability applies instead. Under the rule of strict liability, the crime you are accused - [NJ Increases Cell Phone Ticket Fines, Adds Points](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nj-cell-phone-ticket-points/) - Listen up, New Jersey drivers! As of July 1, 2014 cell phone tickets in NJ officially carry a $200 minimum fine. For a second-time offender, the minimum fine doubles to $400. A third-time offender faces a 90-day suspension on top of the minimum $600 fine and 3 points will go on your NJ driver’s license. - [Dash Cam Saves Brooklyn Driver From Unjustified Cell Phone Ticket](https://traffictickets.com/blog/dash-cam-saves-brooklyn-driver-unjustified-cell-phone-ticket-9172014/) - A Brooklyn driver who was simply rubbing his ear was pulled over by a New York police officer and ticketed for talking on a cell phone. According to the driver, his on-board camera kept him from getting an unjustified ticket. The incident occurred earlier this past summer on busy Ocean Parkway in Midwood. The driver—who - [New Radar Detects Texting While Driving](https://traffictickets.com/blog/radar-detects-texting-while-driving-10132014/) - Police radar guns are used to detect speeding, but what if they could also sniff out texters? A Virginia company is developing a radar gun that would do precisely that. According to Malcolm McIntyre of ComSonics, the technology works by picking up on the radio frequencies that emit from a vehicle when someone inside is - [New York City Set to Lower Speed Limits on November 7th](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-city-lower-speed-limits-november-7th/) - New York City is sending a clear message to motorists on its streets: SLOW DOWN! Starting on November 7, vehicles traveling on most NYC streets will be restricted to a 25mph speed, a five-mile reduction from the current default limit of 30. The new lower limit will apply on all city streets with no posted - [Western New York Heavy in Traffic Tickets and Speed Traps](https://traffictickets.com/blog/western-new-york-top-heavy-traffic-tickets-speed-traps-10302014/) - Ever wonder why Western New York seems to be issuing more traffic tickets than most other parts of the state? You probably thought it was a coincidence or that you happen to drive there more often than in other parts. However, the truth is more speed traps are being set up in Western New York - [New Report Shows Bad Roads Cost NJ Drivers $2000 Per Year](https://traffictickets.com/blog/bad-roads-cost-nj-drivers-2000-year/) - According to a report released last Thursday, damaged road conditions in NJ are costing the state a whopping $11.8 billion annually, leaving the average driver to shell out about $2000 per year for the cost of their own auto repairs, wasted fuel, and lost time. The report comes from TRIP, a national nonprofit transportation research - [Supreme Court Finds Extending Traffic Stops without Cause is Unconstitutional](https://traffictickets.com/blog/supreme-court-extending-traffic-stops-unconstitutional/) - On April 21st, the Supreme Court held in Rodriguez v. United States that the police may not prolong a traffic stop for inspection (in this case, by drug-sniffing dogs) beyond the time ‘reasonably required’ to handle the mission for which the stop was originally made. While this may not seem like a major concern for most - [Buckle Up! New York Launches “Click It or Ticket” Campaign](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ny-click-it-or-ticket-may-2015/) - As Memorial Day weekend approaches and the unofficial start to summer begins, more motorists are taking to the open road. In response, law enforcement will be cracking down on drivers and passengers who are not buckled up behind the wheel. In place since Monday, May 18th and running through Sunday, May 31st, New York State - [New 20 MPH Traffic Slow Zones Coming to Queens this Summer](https://traffictickets.com/blog/20-mph-traffic-slow-zones-coming-queens-summer/) - As part of New York’s Slow Zones program the Department of Transportation will be lowering the speed limit in a number of residential roads in Astoria, Queens. The Queens Community Board recently approved the DOT’s plan to reduce the speed limit from 25 mph to 20 mph by late summer 2015. Neighborhood Slow Zones are - [New York State Pedestrian Safety Action Plan Goes Into Effect Today](https://traffictickets.com/blog/york-state-pedestrian-safety-action-plan-effect-today/) - A new multi-agency initiative is going into effect today to improve pedestrian safety in upstate New York and Long Island. The program includes education and infrastructure improvements as well as a near two-week long enforcement campaign involving more than a dozen police agencies across the state. The New York State Pedestrian Safety Action Plan is - [Five Reasons You Should Have a Dash Cam](https://traffictickets.com/blog/reasons-dash-cam/) - Earlier this summer, two lawmakers from Queens proposed new legislation that would offer a 5% auto insurance discount for drivers who install a dash cam. Auto insurers don’t currently offer such discounts so the bill would break new ground and help drivers save money, as well as help law enforcement officials investigate crimes and accidents. - [Will They Make It Illegal to Drink Coffee While Driving in NJ?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/no-nj-illegal-drink-coffee-driving/) - Do New Jersey lawmakers have their sights set on your morning coffee? In an effort to stop distracted driving, legislators have proposed a law banning anything that may take your hands off the steering wheel. When news of the bill dropped in early August, many thought it would make it illegal to eat or drink - [Move Over Law Expanded to Include Garbage Trucks](https://traffictickets.com/blog/move-law-expanded-include-garbage-trucks/) - New Yorkers need to be extra diligent when driving near sanitation trucks. As of Nov 1, 2016, the state’s move over law has been expanded to include recycling and garbage trucks. The update specifies that drivers must provide sanitation workers with a buffer of about 50 feet. The move over law already applies to law enforcement - [Why Do Men Get More Traffic Tickets Than Women?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/men-traffic-tickets-women/) - According to the stereotype, men are better drivers than women. If your insurance rates aren’t enough to convince you that line of thinking is wrong, consider this: Men are 2.5 times more likely to get a traffic ticket in New York, according to a recent study conducted by the Albany-based Times Union. The big question, - [Can You Sober Up Faster?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/sober-faster/) - You’ve rung in the New Year. The ball has dropped, the party is coming to an end, and it’s time to figure out a way home. If you’ve been drinking and need to drive, you’ll have to wait for your blood alcohol content (BAC) to drop below 0.08% to avoid a drunk driving charge. There - [Can You Really Get a Ticket for Warming Up Your Car?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ticket-warming-car/) - Last month, a series of articles circulated purporting that drivers who warm up their car can get a ticket. There are laws against this in some parts of the country, including Ohio, Michigan, Washington, D.C., and Auburn, CA. In New York, however, the law only applies in certain circumstances. Under section 1210 of the NYS - [Can You Get a Ticket for Having Snow on Your Car?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ticket-snow-car/) - There are few things as beautiful as a soft white blanket of pristine snow on the ground. Conversely, there are few things as annoying as having to clean a giant pile of snow and ice off your car in freezing weather. It’s no wonder so many New Yorkers just resign themselves to driving around with - [Can a Smartwatch Land You a Distracted Driving Ticket?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/smartwatch-land-distracted-driving-ticket/) - The rising popularity of smartwatches introduces yet another device that may cause drivers to take their eyes off the road. Even if you put your cell phone away while you drive, smartwatches connect wirelessly to phones, allowing you to take calls, view texts, and get other notifications and alerts. Could you get a distracted driving - [Distracted, Drunk or Angry: Which is More Dangerous on the Road?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/distracted-drunk-angry-dangerous-road/) - Distracted driving tends to get a lot of attention in the media, but is it really as dangerous as it is made out to be? Some have speculated that, while irresponsible, distracted driving is not nearly as lethal as drunk driving or even road rage. The data below compares statistics to see what plays the largest role - [Rosenblum Law Receives Avvo Client Choice Award](https://traffictickets.com/blog/rosenblum-law-firm-receives-avvo-client-choice-award/) - Rosenblum Law is proud to announce that we are the recipient of Avvo’s Client Choice Award for 2016. Avvo is a nationally recognized online law directory that offers law office profiles, attorney reviews, legal guides, and answers to frequently asked legal questions. The website, founded in 2007, strives to connect those who need legal assistance - [NYC Drivers Deluged with Tickets from State Troopers](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nyc-drivers-deluged-tickets-state-troopers/) - Drivers in NYC are getting hit from all sides. In addition to the NYPD’s increased enforcement of dangerous traffic violations, state troopers have also been dishing out thousands of traffic tickets throughout the city. In December 2016, Governor Cuomo deployed 150 state cops to patrol city highways, bridges, and tunnel crossings. Since then, NYSP officers - [NY’s Low Drunk Driving Rates Could be a Sham](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nys-drunk-driving-rates-sham/) - New York prides itself on its low drunk driving rates -- based on available data, New York has the fourth-lowest drunk driving rates in the country. A new report, however, shows that this data may not be entirely accurate. In fact, New York could have much higher drunk driving rates than we realize. The National - [A Big Mac and a Side of Driver’s License Points, Please](https://traffictickets.com/blog/big-mac-side-drivers-license-points/) - “I’ll take a No. 3 combo with a Coke and five points on my driver’s license, please,” said no one, ever. Unfortunately for one Canadian man, however, a distracted driving ticket did in fact come with his not-so-happy meal. Back in 2015, A.J. Daoust got a $287 ticket for texting while in line at a - [Expired License, Suspended License, or No License at All: Which is Worse?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/expired-license-suspended-license-license-all-worse/) - If you frequent this blog, you likely understand that driving on a suspended or revoked license can carry serious consequences. However, is there a difference between driving on a suspended license and driving on an expired license – or worse, without ever having obtained a license at all? Of the three scenarios, which is the - [NYC DAs Get 640,000 Arrest Warrants for Petty Offenses Tossed](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nyc-das-640000-arrest-warrants-petty-offenses-tossed/) - Hundreds of thousands of people have been given a clean slate in New York City. Four of NYC’s five district attorneys vacated warrants for failing to pay tickets for minor offenses a decade or more ago. In total, 640,000 arrest warrants were tossed for individuals who had been cited for “quality of life” offenses, such - [5 Winter Driving Myths Busted](https://traffictickets.com/blog/5-winter-driving-myths-busted/) - As the winter storms continue to pummel the east coast, so too does bad advice for drivers who need to head out on snow-covered roads. Some of the most common winter driving misconceptions can result in damage to your car or overconfidence in critical situations that could result in an accident. In some cases, they - [State Police Cracking Down on Speeding in Thruway Work Zones](https://traffictickets.com/blog/operation-work-brake-2018/) - New York State Police will be on the lookout this week for drivers who disobey traffic laws around construction sites. During “Operation Work Brake” troopers will be cracking down on drivers who speed and drive unsafely through work zones. The initiative runs from Monday, April 23 through Friday, April 27. Authorities say road crews face - [Seat Belt Enforcement Campaign in Effect Statewide](https://traffictickets.com/blog/seat-belt-enforcement-campaign-in-effect-statewide/) - New Yorkers need to be even more mindful than usual about buckling up during the next two weeks. On Monday, May 21 the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) kicked off its statewide “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaign. The initiative, which runs through Sunday, June 3 aims to encourage motorists, passengers - [Nassau Sees Jump in Red-Light Camera Revenue](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nassau-sees-jump-in-red-light-camera-revenue/) - Drivers in Nassau County have been shelling out much more money after being caught by red-light cameras. Revenue from 2016 red-light camera tickets rose nearly 44% over 2015. However, the number of crashes in all major categories also rose, according to a new county report. This is the first time red-light camera revenue has risen - [Police to Crackdown on Speeders During ‘Speed Week’](https://traffictickets.com/blog/police-to-crackdown-on-speeders-during-speed-week/) - There are plenty of great reasons to watch one’s speed on the road, but here’s one more: State and local law enforcement will be cracking down on speeding during New York State Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) Speed Awareness Week. The additional enforcement will run from Wednesday, August 1 through Tuesday, August 7. Funding for - [What Happens When You Get a Traffic Ticket While Driving a Rental Car in NY?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-happens-when-you-get-a-traffic-ticket-while-driving-a-rental-car/) - Plenty of drivers who rent a car are extra diligent in their driving habits. Whether the rental is a temporary replacement for a car that is in the shop or is for driving while on vacation, it is normal for drivers to be more cautious than normal about getting into an accident in a car - [Suffolk County to Boot and Tow Ticket Scofflaws](https://traffictickets.com/blog/suffolk-county-to-boot-and-tow-ticket-scofflaws/) - Just one month after offering amnesty to drivers with unpaid traffic and parking tickets, Suffolk County has now announced it will begin booting and towing cars whose owners have still not paid. The boot and tow program will begin March 1, according Paul Margiotta, executive director of the Suffolk Traffic and Parking Violations Agency. As - [3 NYC Roads Named Most Congested in U.S.](https://traffictickets.com/blog/3-nyc-roads-named-most-congested-in-u-s/) - It will come as no surprise to most New Yorkers that the Cross Bronx Expressway was deemed the most congested road in the country. It has held this title every year that INRIX has produced its studies. Drivers suffer an average delay of 29 minutes on each trek between the Bruckner Expressway and the Trans-Manhattan - [When Police Can Search Your Car (New York)](https://traffictickets.com/blog/when-police-can-search-your-car-new-york/) - The news often reports stories of individuals who are stopped for a traffic violation and, following a search of the vehicle, end up arrested and charged with a crime. There are plenty of scenarios in which police in New York State are entitled to search a vehicle. However, there are rules and restrictions on when - [Police Beefing Up Enforcement St. Patrick’s Day Weekend](https://traffictickets.com/blog/police-beefing-up-enforcement-st-patricks-day-weekend/) - “Luck of the Irish” won’t save a person from being charged with drunk driving and other traffic infractions this St. Patrick’s Day. That’s because New York State Police and local law enforcement will be increasing enforcement throughout the holiday weekend as part of the STOP-DWI St. Patrick’s Day Crackdown initiative. The statewide enforcement campaign starts - [NY School Districts Could Soon Install Cameras on School Buses](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ny-school-districts-could-soon-install-cameras-on-school-buses/) - The bill would allow municipalities to install cameras on school buses. These cameras would photograph license plates of drivers who illegally pass school buses and send no-point fines to the registered vehicle owners. As the bill stands, the vehicle owner will be responsible for a $250 fine for a first offense, $275 for a second - [NYS Senate Proposes to Fine People for Texting While Crossing the Street](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nys-senate-proposes-to-fine-people-for-texting-while-crossing-the-street/) - The State Senate recently introduced a new bill that would make it illegal for people to cross streets in the state while staring at their smartphone. Despite the lack of evidence that personal electronic devices used on the streets cause traffic accidents, state lawmakers want to outlaw the use of messaging or gaming apps in - [“Click it or Ticket” Seatbelt Enforcement to Run Through June 2](https://traffictickets.com/blog/click-it-or-ticket-seatbelt-enforcement-to-run-through-june-2/) - New Yorkers should be extra mindful to wear their seatbelts. Starting Monday, May 20, State Troopers and local police precincts will be participating in the “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaign. The statewide campaign runs from May 20 to June 2. Organized by the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) and the - [Drunk Driving Enforcement in Effect May 24 - 28](https://traffictickets.com/blog/drunk-driving-enforcement-in-effect-may-24-28/) - Memorial Day is one of the busiest travel holidays of the year. For many Americans, it marks the unofficial start of summer. That brings with it a fair share of celebratory drinking. In some cases, that can result in a spike in impaired driving. To combat this, New York State Police and local law enforcement - [Does My Traffic Ticket Violate Parole or Probation?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/does-my-traffic-ticket-violate-parole-or-probation/) - When a person is sentenced to probation instead of jail time, or when he/she is released on parole, there are conditions that must be met. One of these conditions is that the person may not violate any federal, state, or municipal laws. Many often wonder: does being ticketed for speeding or any other traffic violation - [The Downsides of Using an App to Hire a Traffic Ticket Attorney](https://traffictickets.com/blog/the-downsides-of-using-an-app-to-hire-a-traffic-ticket-attorney/) - Want to get rid of your traffic ticket? There’s an app for that! The question is: Should I use an app like Offtherecord or WinIt to fight my traffic ticket? While an app may seem convenient, it is unlikely to give a person the best possible legal defense. In fact, many users of such apps - [8 Unexpected Ways a Bad Driving Record Can Hurt You](https://traffictickets.com/blog/8-unexpected-ways-a-bad-driving-record-can-hurt-you/) - Every time a driver is convicted of a traffic violation in New York – from speeding to drunk driving – it stays on the driving record for between three and 10 years. A person’s driving record is used by auto insurance companies to determine premiums, and the more violations one has on record, the more - [NY Passes Law to Allow Undocumented Immigrants to Obtain Driver’s License](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ny-passes-law-to-allow-undocumented-immigrants-to-obtain-drivers-license/) - Undocumented immigrants in the U.S. will be able to legally obtain driver’s licenses in New York under a bill passed by the state legislature on Monday, June 17, and signed into law by Governor Andrew Cuomo. The measure passed the state Senate in Albany by a vote of 33-29 after already having passed in the - [Number of Speed Cameras in NYC to Increase More Than 500%](https://traffictickets.com/blog/number-of-speed-cameras-in-nyc-to-increase-more-than-500/) - The NYC Department of Transportation has begun installing hundreds of new speed cameras with the goal of increasing the number of cameras in the five boroughs more than five-fold. The installations follow the signing of a bill by Governor Andrew Cuomo that renewed and expanded on 2013 legislation that had authorized a five-year speed camera - [lncreased Speeding Enforcement in Effect Through August 7](https://traffictickets.com/blog/lncreased-speeding-enforcement-in-effect-through-august-7/) - The New York State Police are cracking down on speeding and other aggressive driving behaviors during a special weeklong traffic enforcement initiative. Troopers are also actively patrolling highway work zones and will target drivers who violate New York’s “Move Over” Law. Starting, Thursday, August 1, through Wednesday, August 7, the New York State Police will - [FBI and ICE Compiled Facial Recognition Database from Driver’s Licenses](https://traffictickets.com/blog/fbi-and-ice-compiled-facial-recognition-database-from-drivers-licenses/) - A new report claims the FBI and ICE imported driver’s license photos into a facial recognition database between 2014 and 2017. This was done without the consent of the individuals whose information was recorded. The two agencies reportedly compiled a database of millions of people living in the U.S. The agencies purport to have designed - [Can a Passport Application Be Denied for Unpaid Traffic Tickets?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/can-a-passport-application-be-denied-for-unpaid-traffic-tickets/) - To obtain a U.S. passport, one must complete a written application, submit the right-sized photo, provide original documents that establish one’s identity and citizenship status, and pay the fees. Once the application is submitted, the U.S. State Department will also perform a background check on the applicant, looking for any red flags that may be - [Drivers of These Cars Get the Most Speeding Tickets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/drivers-of-these-cars-get-the-most-speeding-tickets/) - Many people believe the kind of car a person drives says something about the type of driver he or she is. If that’s the case, one might assume that those who drive cars known for their horsepower and speed—such as a Corvette, Camaro, or Mustang—get more speeding tickets, while those who drive more conservative, low-cost - [NYC Boosts Traffic Enforcement as School Year Starts](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nyc-boosts-traffic-enforcement-as-school-year-starts/) - With New York City public schools now open, the NYPD is aggressively expanding traffic enforcement around school zones. “With schools reopening, we’re doubling down on our effort to protect the most vulnerable among us: our kids,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio in an announcement earlier this week. “With more officers patrolling around schools and hundreds - [West Side Highway Speed Limit Reduced to 30mph](https://traffictickets.com/blog/west-side-highway-speed-limit-reduced-to-30mph/) - City officials are reducing the speed limit on the West Side Highway between 59th Street and Battery Place. The new speed limit will go down from 35mph to 30mph. The new limit will go into effect on Saturday, Oct. 12. The change comes amidst reports of several serious accidents in recent months. Earlier this year, - [New York Named No. 1 State for Teen Drivers](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-named-no-1-state-for-teen-drivers/) - A teen’s first driver’s license: It’s one of the happiest moments in their lives and one of the scariest for their parents. Those first few years behind the wheel are among the most dangerous. Statistics show that drivers aged 16 to 19 are three times more likely to be in a fatal accident than any - [New Child Seat Belt Law in Effect in NY](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-child-seat-belt-law-in-effect-in-ny/) - New York State has updated its child seat belt laws. As of November 1, parents are required to keep children under the age of 2 in a rear-facing infant or convertible seat. Previously, rear-facing was only required for children under 22 inches in length or less than 25 lbs. The law also allows children under - [NJ Woman Faces Prison For Texting-While-Driving Death](https://traffictickets.com/blog/nj-woman-faces-prison-for-texting-while-driving-death/) - An instance of texting while driving resulted in a conviction for vehicular homicide in New Jersey on Friday, Nov. 22. Alexandra Mansonet, 50, could go to prison for up to 10 years for her role in a two-car accident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian. Mansonet was driving in Monmouth County when prosecutors - [New Law for Reckless Drivers in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/aggravated-reckless-driving/) - A Wrong-Way Driving Conviction May Lead to Stiffer Penalties It is night and you are driving down a dark one-way street. Suddenly, you are blinded by the headlights of an oncoming car. This is a very frightening scene as it often results in a dangerous collision. The State of New York Senate recently passed a - [A Trio of School Bus Bills Passed by The New York State Senate](https://traffictickets.com/blog/new-york-vtl-1174/) - The New York State Senate recently passed three school bus bills to advance child safety while making school bus signs more economical. Senate Bill S.2371 New York law currently permits school districts to put their phone numbers on the back of school buses. With the internet age, many school districts have created websites to advance - [Strip-Searches for Minor Traffic Violations?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/strip-searches-minor-traffic-violations/) - The United States Supreme Court recently ruled that police officers can strip-search individuals who are arrested for any offense, regardless of how minor, before admitting them to prisons. This ruling applies even if the officer does not have any reason to suspect that the arrested person possessed contraband. This truly unprecedented decision directly affects you - [Top 10 Things You Must Know Before Going to Traffic Court](https://traffictickets.com/blog/top-10-traffic-court/) - Many drivers get traffic tickets, but most of them have no idea what to do in order to prepare for their traffic court appearance or what to do when they show up. To make matters worse, there are tons of people willing to give unsolicited “advice” that is mostly based on half-truths and only serves - [Study Shows Traffic Tickets Save Lives](https://traffictickets.com/blog/study-shows-traffic-tickets-save-lives/) - We sometimes ask ourselves why the police are constantly pulling people over for speeding instead of focusing on apprehending murderers or the real criminals. However, according to a research project conducted by scientists in California and Canada that was published in the June 28 issue of The Lancet, police officers who pull us over are - [Israeli App Could Help Drivers Avoid Traffic Tickets](https://traffictickets.com/blog/israeli-app-drivers-avoid-traffic-tickets/) - A student at Hebrew University in Israel recently developed a mobile phone application that might help you avoid getting a New York traffic ticket. The student, who is studying computer science and engineering, devised an app that has the capability of anticipating existing road signs and traffic signals before you actually approach them. Although still - [The New York Driver Responsibility Assessment](https://traffictickets.com/blog/driver-responsibility-programs-ny/) - New York began its Driver Responsibility Program in 2004. The goal was to place an additional financial burden on drivers who accumulated a set number of points due to receiving specific New York traffic tickets. You will have to pay the NY driver responsibility assessment if: You get 6 or more points in an 18 month - [I Got a Traffic Ticket While Driving Someone Else’s Car – Am I Responsible?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/traffic-ticket-driving-elses-car-responsible/) - Recently, we have been getting a lot of inquiries from people who are getting NY speeding tickets while in zipcars, rental cars, and their friends' cars. Many of you have been asking if you, as drivers, are obligated to deal with these speeding tickets even though you are not the owners of the cars. In - [Speeding Tickets for Skateboarders?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/speeding-tickets-for-skateboarders/) - At a time when gas prices are soaring and the costs associated with owning a car are increasing, many young adults throughout the nation are choosing to ride their skateboards to school and work. Although this is only a relatively recent phenomenon in New York, California has been dealing with it for quite some time. - [Child Seat Tickets in NY | VTL 1229-c](https://traffictickets.com/blog/child-seat-tickets-ny-vtl-1229-c/) - New York has rigorous traffic laws governing young children and making sure that they are safely secured in car seats. If you were issued a child seat ticket in NY, make sure to contact an experienced traffic ticket attorney who can help you avoid receiving demerit points, a costly insurance hike, or a suspension. Rules - [Traffic Cameras Generate at Least $3 Million Dollars Per Year](https://traffictickets.com/blog/traffic-cameras-generate-3-million-dollars-year/) - Cameras have been affixed to traffic lights throughout NY for quite some time now. Most people are even aware that they record video in addition to snapping photographs. However, what was not known until relatively recently was just how much revenue has been taken in due to these cameras. Due to their ubiquity, more and - [Stop and Frisk Laws in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/stop-frisk-laws-york/) - Police encounters are becoming quite common these days and officers are stopping people on the streets more frequently now than in prior years. Consequently, it is important to know your rights and how to protect yourself against improper police conduct, especially when it comes to stop and frisk laws. What is a Stop and Frisk? - [New York City Drivers Getting Away With Murder](https://traffictickets.com/blog/york-city-drivers-murder/) - On May 24 of this year Roxana Buta, the only child of Romanian immigrants and an aspiring actress was struck and killed by a truck as she stepped off the sidewalk and onto a New York city crosswalk. A Pandemic of Drivers Striking Pedestrians According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles - [Driving Without A License in New York](https://traffictickets.com/blog/driving-license-york/) - Vehicle and Traffic Law section 509-1 states that if someone is convicted of driving without a license in New York State they will be charged a fine between $75 and $300 and/or 15 days in jail. Unlicensed Operation of a motor vehicle is a traffic infraction which is not a crime. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, i.e. - [Dangers of Texting while Driving](https://traffictickets.com/blog/dangers-texting-driving/) - Texting while driving can have deadly consequences. Texting at the wheel can distract you, so you are much more likely to be involved in an accident. You hear the familiar beep informing you of an incoming SMS, and you just cannot resist reading and responding to it. This is a formula for disaster. Texting while - [Marijuana DUI Arrest - Active vs Inactive Metabolites](https://traffictickets.com/blog/marijuana-dui-arrest-active-inactive-metabolites/) - Most people know that driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal. However, some of them may not know that driving under the influence of drugs, including marijuana, is also illegal. Sometimes called DUID (Driving Under the Influence of Drugs), arrests are made for driving under the influence of marijuana every day as well as - [NY Cops Give Out Over 30,000 Traffic Tickets Over The Holidays](https://traffictickets.com/blog/ny-cops-give-30000-traffic-tickets-holidays/) - It’s a New Year and most of us are glad that 2012 is in the rear view mirror and are looking ahead to a fresh start in 2013. Unfortunately for many New Yorkers the New Year has already started out on a sour note because over the holidays thousands of drivers were issued traffic tickets - [Can The Police Ask You About Weapons During a Routine Traffic Ticket Stop?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/police-weapons-routine-traffic-ticket-stop/) - The Simple answer is no. The police need to have "founded suspicion" in order to ask you if you are possessing any weapons in your car. You have probably heard the saying “Knowledge is Power”. There is plenty of truth in the statement especially when you are talking about knowing the law. Every year we hear clients that regretfully tell - [One-way roadways § 1127](https://traffictickets.com/blog/one-way-roadways-§-1127/) - If you have questions regarding your ticket please feel free to post a comment at the bottom of this page and we will reply within 24 hours of your post. Or call 888-883-5529 YOU’RE GOING THE WRONG WAY! There’s an old joke where an old lady calls her husband on his cell phone while he - [Operating An Uninspected Motor Vehicle In New York – VTL 306](https://traffictickets.com/blog/operating-uninspected-motor-vehicle-york/) - Life can get pretty busy, so for many drivers one of the last things on your mind is making sure your car has been inspected. In New York if you are a car owner you are required to have a safety and emissions inspections once every year. The inspection must be done before the expiration - [What to do if you lost your traffic ticket in NY?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/lost-traffic-ticket-ny/) - We often get calls about people who misplaced or lost their traffic or tickets and are in a panic because they don’t know if they missed there court date. It’s not always easy to track down your traffic ticket or which court your case is going to be heard. Below is some information that will - [Probability Of Winning A Traffic Ticket Case Without An Attorney](https://traffictickets.com/blog/probability-of-winning-a-traffic-ticket-case-without-an-attorney/) - For someone that lacks experience with the legal system, paying for a lawyer and his or her expertise may seem an unneeded expense. After all, how complicated can it all be? This is especially the case when one has to deal with a local municipal court, which typically hears minor offenses and deals with matters - [I Have A Clean Driving Record, Will They Still Find Me Guilty Of My First Traffic Violation?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/i-have-a-clean-driving-record-will-they-still-find-me-guilty-of-my-first-traffic-violation/) - If you been driving for years and have kept a clean record free from any traffic violations then congratulations for staying safe on the road. It’s easy for someone to make a simple mistake on the road and be caught by the police like turning into a one-way street or parking where you are not supposed - [Suffolk County Traffic and Parking Violations Authority Is Open For Business](https://traffictickets.com/blog/suffolk-county-traffic-and-parking-violations-authority-is-open-for-business/) - We reported previously that Suffolk County was changing the way they handle traffic violations beginning April 1, 2013. As of this week, the new court is now in session and hearing traffic cases in Suffolk County. Prior to this date, the Suffolk County Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB) handled all non-criminal traffic violation matters. For anyone - [Are U.S Postal Service Workers Immune To Traffic Tickets?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/are-u-s-postal-service-works-immune-to-traffic-tickets/) - The short answer is no. You may have seen police officers violating traffic laws in non-emergency situations, such as officers turning on their lights so they can go through a red light or police officers talking on their cell phones. It seems as though many government employees are breaking traffic laws, and now some of - [What is DMV Driver’s Abstract?](https://traffictickets.com/blog/what-is-dmv-drivers-abstract/) - In the simplest terms a DMV driver abstract is a record of your driving history within the state. Most times this document is important for things like job applications, court cases and most of all for auto insurance purposes. From the moment you received your license (or, in some places in the United States, even your permit) your - [How to Pay a Ticket (non-TVB)](https://traffictickets.com/blog/pay-ticket-non-tvb/) - The Traffic Violations Bureau, an administrative court that covers NYC and Rochester, offers a convenient online payment link. For all other courts, there is no uniform method for paying a ticket fine. Methods of Payment Most courts accept cash payments in person. However, many will not accept personal checks, but rather require you to pay - [The ‘Second Car at a Stop Sign’ Conundrum](https://traffictickets.com/blog/second-car-stop-sign-conundrum/) - Stop signs seem like a simple concept. When you see one, come to a complete stop before proceeding. Got it? Perfect! Except, of course, when you are making a left and another driver at the same intersection is going straight, in which case you must yield to that driver. Or if you and another car - [5 Unique Laws Drivers in NJ Should Know About](https://traffictickets.com/blog/5-unique-laws-drivers-in-nj-should-know-about/) - Despite being ranked as the No. 3 state for good drivers in U.S., New Jersey has a reputation as an awful place to drive. That could be due to the Garden State’s terribly designed infrastructure, high levels of congestion, or its strictly enforced traffic laws. Many drivers are well aware of the state’s tight rules - [Drivers Can Withdraw Guilty Pleas: Here’s How](https://traffictickets.com/blog/motion-to-vacate/) - Sometimes drivers plead guilty to New York traffic tickets by accident. Other times a person may do so without fully understanding the consequences of their actions. 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This drop in total traffic led to a sharp decrease in the number of traffic - [Fatal Auto Accidents Rise in New York Despite Decline in Traffic](https://traffictickets.com/data/fatal-auto-accidents-rise-in-new-york-despite-decline-in-traffic/) - Fatal Auto Accidents Rise in New York Despite Decline in Traffic By: Adam H. Rosenblum Esq. Published: 12/21/21 When the COVID-19-induced lockdowns began in early 2020, the number of vehicles on the road plummeted. Despite the decline in traffic—or perhaps because of it—many people observed more aggressive driving behavior. Early data from the New York - [Huge Increase in NY Texting Tickets Issued to Women](https://traffictickets.com/data/huge-increase-in-ny-texting-tickets-issued-to-women/) - By: Adam H. Rosenblum Esq. Published: 11/4/19 When looking at 10 years of New York State DMV traffic ticket data—from 2009 to 2018—there are some relatively consistent patterns. One is that men receive the lion’s share of traffic tickets in NY. 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A study of traffic ticket data from the New York State DMV shows a massive uptick - [Where Women Get the Most Speeding Tickets in New York State](https://traffictickets.com/data/where-women-get-the-most-speeding-tickets-in-new-york-state/) - By: Adam H. Rosenblum Esq. Published: 11/4/19 It’s a well-established fact that women get fewer speeding tickets than men. According to data from the DMV, in 2018 women received 33.8% of speeding tickets. This proportion has been relatively consistent for the past 10 years. Between 2009 and 2018 an average of 34.1% of all speeding - [Despite Efforts, Accidents from Cell Phone Use up 86% in NY](https://traffictickets.com/data/cell-phone-and-texting-accidents-continue-to-rise/) - By: Adam H. Rosenblum Esq. Published: 11/4/19 Over the past decade, government, law enforcement, and corporate have poured efforts into preventing accidents from drivers using their cell phones or texting behind the wheel. 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Charges such as careless driving, unsafe lane change, reckless driving, and following too closely are all common tickets one might get following an accident. While it is almost always a bad idea to just accept - [Driving Without Insurance in New Jersey - N.J.S.A. 39:6B-2](https://traffictickets.com/new-jersey/traffic-tickets/driving-without-insurance-39-6b-2/) - New Jersey law requires all drivers to have insurance on their motor vehicles. At minimum, a driver must have the following insurance coverage: $15,000 for the injury or death of a person $30,000 for the injury or death of more than one person $5,000 for property damage. The penalties for driving without insurance in NJ - [Canadians With Traffic Tickets In New Jersey](https://traffictickets.com/new-jersey/traffic-tickets/canadians-with-traffic-tickets-in-new-jersey/) - It happens more often than you think that out of state drivers get traffic tickets in New Jersey. Maybe it is because they are not familiar with the traffic laws in New Jersey or maybe it’s because police officers see out of state drivers as easy targets to ticket. Why do out of state drivers make - [There’s a Warrant for Your Arrest… Now What? (A Cop Explains)](https://traffictickets.com/expert-contributors/warrant-for-your-arrest-a-cop-explains/) - If there’s a warrant for your arrest, it’s normal to panic. While this is a serious situation, it’s important to first understand what a warrant is (and what it isn’t). 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[Lewis, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/lewis/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Lewis County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Kings, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/kings/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Kings County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the Kings State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in Kings - [Jefferson, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/jefferson/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Jefferson County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Hamilton, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/hamilton/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Hamilton County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Greene, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/greene/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Greene County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Genesee, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/genesee/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Genesee County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - 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[Erie, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/erie/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Erie County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Essex, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/essex/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Essex County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Delaware, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/delaware/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Delaware County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Chenango, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/chenango/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Chenango County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Clinton, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/clinton/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Clinton County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Columbia, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/columbia/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Columbia County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Cortland, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/cortland/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Cortland County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Chemung, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/chemung/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Chemung County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Chautauqua, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/chautauqua/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Chautauqua County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Cayuga, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/cayuga/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Cayuga County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Cattaraugus, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/cattaraugus/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Cattaraugus County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - [Bronx, County](https://traffictickets.com/data/bronx/) - Traffic Ticket & Car Accident Data Table of contents Yates County Data Traffic Tickets DWI Vehicular Accidents Material Reproduction Media Contact Summary Using newly released data from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following charts break down how many drivers in have been getting speeding, cell phone and other traffic tickets in - 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Winning a DWI case requires two things: a good attorney and an expansive sense of what “winning” looks like. First, - [Five Winning Arguments Against a § 1225(c) Cell Phone Ticket in New York](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/cell-phone-ticket/winning-arguments-1225c/) - The New York Department of Motor Vehicles reports that in 2019 alone, the state saw 71,059 cell phone tickets issued. Though these tickets comprised just 2% of all traffic tickets issued in 2019, cell phone usage has become a pervasive part of modern society, meaning many motorists are likely to run afoul of New York’s - [How to Tell if Your License Has Been Suspended](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/suspended-license/tell-license-suspended/) - Once you know what kind of circumstances can lead to a suspension, you can then call the DMV or visit the MyDMV website to find out if you license has been suspended. You might assume that if your license has been suspended, you would know about it. Unfortunately, there are many instances when New York drivers - [What Happens if My License Gets Suspended in Another State?](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/suspended-license/out-of-state/) - We receive many calls from New York drivers wanting to know if their license can get suspended for receiving out-of-state traffic tickets. Similarly, we also get calls from out-of-state drivers receiving New York traffic tickets wanting to know if their home state will suspend their license. To save you the time and hassle, we have - [Drug Possession in New York](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/criminal-charges/drug-possession/) - If you get pulled over in New York, you could be facing much more than a traffic ticket, fine, or car insurance hike. Some traffic offenses are considered full-blown crimes in NY and you could actually go to jail for committing them. The following information is designed to help you better understand some of the most common - [Three Speeding Tickets or Two Work Zone Speeding Tickets in 18 Months](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/suspended-license/3-speeding-tickets-in-18-months/) - Three Speeding Tickets in 18 Months = License Revocation Under New York law, if a driver is convicted of three speeding violations that were received within a given 18 month period, his or her driver’s license will be revoked, in addition to the substantial fines and penalties that speeding tickets carry. Even if the driver - [Canadians Caught With Marijuana at the Border](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/criminal-charges/canadians-caught-marijuana-border/) - For most Canadians familiar with driving across the border in New York, it is important to remember that Canada and New York are partners when it comes to enforcing the law, especially with traffic violation matters and being tough on crime. Many times, issues on the road can escalate to criminal matters and cause even - [One-Way Roadways | VTL 1127](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/one-way-roadways/) - There’s an old joke where an old lady calls her husband on his cell phone while he is driving. “Harold – I just heard on the radio that somewhere near your location is a guy who is driving the wrong way on the highway!” Harold responds, “Sadie – it’s not just one driver that’s driving - [NY Traffic Tickets and CSA Scores](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/cdl-drivers/csa/) - Drivers and carriers alike lament the obtuseness and unfairness of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) score. Every interstate carrier with a U.S. DOT number receives a CSA score, regardless of what type of carrier it is. This is also true of carriers headquartered in Canada and Mexico (although only - [CDL Logbook Violations in New York](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/cdl-drivers/cdl-logbook-violations/) - As a CDL driver, you are probably quite familiar with the basic requirements to keep and maintain your logbook. Believe it or not, that logbook can be the difference between you continuing to work and earn a living or being thrown in jail and given a criminal record for life. The following information was written - [Sales Position - Thank You For Your Application](https://traffictickets.com/sales-position-thank-you-for-your-application/) - [Rosenblum Law Editorial Policies](https://traffictickets.com/editorial-policies/) - 1. Introduction The primary goal of RosenblumLaw.com is to provide people with objective, impartial, high-quality and distinctive content designed to inform and educate. Producing and upholding editorial policies is squarely in line with that goal. 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We - [Appealing A Suspended CDL in New York](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/cdl-drivers/cdl-suspensions-and-disqualifications/appealing-a-suspended-cdl/) - Commercial drivers are afforded very little room for error. In many cases, a single offense can result in the suspension of a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Most commercial drivers depend on their license to earn a living. As such, it is critical that a commercial driver takes every precaution to avoid a conviction that can - [Study: States with the Strictest Texting While Driving Laws](https://traffictickets.com/data/study-states-with-the-strictest-texting-while-driving-laws/) - Study: States with the Strictest Texting While Driving Laws Data shows about 9 people are killed every day in auto accidents involving a distracted driver. Texting continues to be a major distraction to drivers on the roads nationwide. As such, nearly every state in the U.S. has laws against texting while driving. 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According to data provided by the Criminal Court of the City of New York to the Census Bureau in 2010, there were a total of nearly 12,000 reckless driving summonses issued annually in NYC alone. Around 4,000 were issued in Manhattan accounting for nearly 1/3 of the reckless driving tickets issued in - [How To Read A New York Reckless Driving Ticket](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/reckless-driving-vtl-1212/anatomy/) - A reckless driving ticket in New York is serious business. A conviction for reckless driving can result in 5 points being assessed on one’s driver’s license, as well as a substantial fine. More importantly, reckless driving is a misdemeanor offense that can lead to jail time and a permanent criminal record. 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A second offense in 18 months can cost between $0 and $300 and a - [Failure to Yield Right of Way to an Emergency Vehicle in New York – VTL 1144 (a)](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/failure-to-yield-right-of-way-to-an-emergency-vehicle-vtl-1144-a/) - One of the first things most student drivers are taught when learning to drive is to pull over to the right to make way for an emergency vehicle with its lights and siren on. This includes police vehicles, fire trucks, and ambulances. A driver who has the ability to yield to an emergency vehicle but - [Failing to Stop for a School Bus | VTL 1174(a)](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/failing-stop-school-bus-vtl-1174a/) - You see them on the road all the time picking up and dropping off children to and from school. Truthfully, stopping for a school bus can sometimes cost you valuable time that we all need (especially if you are behind a bus that has several stops on the road you are on). 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However, the sheer number of vehicle classes and endorsements means that sometimes a driver may accidentally (or knowingly) find themselves behind the wheel of a vehicle they are - [CDL: Failure to Stop at Weigh Station Tickets in New York State](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/cdl-drivers/failure-to-stop-at-weigh-station/) - New York State requires all vehicles with a GVWR of 10,000+ pounds to stop at designated inspection and weigh stations. There are 18 such weigh stations throughout the state. CDL holders who miss weigh stations can be pulled over by state troopers or other law enforcement officers and ticketed. What Are the Penalties for Failing - [Blocking The Box](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/traffic-tickets/blocking-box/) - Stand at a street corner in New York City for only a few moments and you will quickly realize that everyone is on the move. People are headed in every direction to get where they are going as quickly as possible and by any means possible. The only problem is that in a city with - [Falsifying Business Records in New York (NY Penal Law 175.05 & 175.10)](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/criminal-charges/offering-false-instrument-filing/falsifying-business-records-ny-penal-law-175-05-175-10/) - Running any kind of business is complicated and requires meticulous recordkeeping. Sometimes, when those records are not well kept or business dealings are recorded improperly, a person can be charged with falsifying business records. Not just any erroneous record can result in this charge; a prosecutor must be able to prove that the accused personally - [Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument in New York (N.Y. Penal Law 170.20 – 170.30)](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/criminal-charges/forged-instrument/) - Underage college students often think nothing of buying fake IDs (or altering their NYS driver’s license) in order to get into bars and buy alcohol. Unfortunately, having and using forged documents and tools (such as credit cards) is a serious crime that can result in criminal prosecution and possible prison time. What Are the Penalties - [Criminal Charges](https://traffictickets.com/new-york/criminal-charges/) - New York Criminal Lawyers There are a number of driving-related crimes outlined by New York Law. 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Some commonly issued traffic tickets - [Improper Passing of a School Bus in New Jersey (N.J.S.A. 39:4-128.1)](https://traffictickets.com/new-jersey/traffic-tickets/improper-passing-of-a-school-bus-n-j-s-a-394-128-1/) - Passing a school bus with flashing red lights on is illegal in New Jersey and can result in serious penalties. Even stopping too close to a school bus can land a driver a ticket. Due to the serious risk posed to children, any time a driver illegally passes a school bus police officers take it - [Following Too Closely (Tailgating) in New Jersey (N.J.S.A. 39:4-89)](https://traffictickets.com/new-jersey/traffic-tickets/following-too-closely-tailgating-n-j-s-a-394-89/) - In driver’s education classes, many instructors teach students that they should be one car length behind the vehicle in front for every 10 mph of speed. This lesson is not just about safety—it’s also about New Jersey’s tailgating law. Unfortunately, the statute that covers following other vehicles (39:4-89) does not describe a specific distance as - [Anatomy of a NJ Traffic Ticket](https://traffictickets.com/new-jersey/traffic-tickets/anatomy/) - New Jersey traffic tickets are no joke. Those who pay a ticket in NJ can be hit with fines, points, surcharges and more. There is a lot of information on an NJ ticket, and understanding what is on the ticket is key to avoiding the most egregious consequences. On the top of the ticket are - [Consequences of NY & NJ Traffic Tickets for Legal and Undocumented Immigrants](https://traffictickets.com/consequences-ny-nj-traffic-tickets-legal-undocumented-immigrants/) - Rosenblum Law is the largest and highest customer-rated traffic violations law firm in both NY & NJ. With an overall success rate of well over 90%, our firm has helped thousands of clients get excellent results. Call For Free Consult: 888-883-5529 Should Undocumented Immigrants Worry About Getting Tickets? Yes. 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