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 easy targets for police officers?
It’s far from the warm welcoming party that you would hope for in New Jersey, but police officers that issue traffic tickets to out of state drivers understand that chances are that person will not come back to contest the ticket in court. Uncontested tickets make a police officer’s job very simple because he automatically gets a ‘conviction’ without having to testify in court.
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Ignore It or Fight It? What Canadian Drivers Should Know
Out-of-state drivers are often targeted because officers assume they won’t come back to contest the ticket. Here’s how the two paths compare:
Ignoring the Ticket
- Default Judgment
- A judge can enter a judgment against you without your being there.
- License Suspension
- Your driving privileges can be suspended over an unresolved ticket.
- Criminal Exposure
- Driving later on a suspended license can lead to criminal charges.
Fighting the Ticket
- An Attorney Can Appear for You
- A New Jersey traffic attorney can often appear in court on your behalf.
- Options to Contest
- You may be able to negotiate the charge down or fight it outright.
- No Need to Travel Back
- You can address the ticket without returning to New Jersey in person.
Not Responding Is Never the Answer: Whatever you decide, the ticket doesn’t go away on its own. It has to be addressed eventually, and the consequences only grow the longer it’s ignored.
If you are an out of state driver and receive a traffic ticket in New Jersey, do not give up hope because you do have legitimate options to fight your traffic ticket. Whether you received a ticket for speeding, careless or reckless driving or some other traffic offense you should consult with a New Jersey traffic defense attorney to explore your options.
Our law firm has represented hundreds of out of state drivers in both New Jersey and New York for traffic violations. The best part is that in many cases we can make an appearance in court on your behalf without you having to make the drive down. Also, having a licensed professional attorney in court to protect your rights and fight on your behalf can help ensure that you get a more favorable outcome.
What Happens If I Don’t Respond To My Traffic Violation Matter In New Jersey?
Not responding to the traffic violation is never the answer because somewhere down the line you will have to take care of it. Drivers that avoid paying their fines and handling their court case often find themselves in even worse situations, especially when getting arrested becomes more of a reality. Not answering a traffic ticket can result in the judge entering a judgment in your absence and suspending your driving privileges. If you are caught driving with a suspended license you will be charged with a serious traffic offense which in some states is a crime.
If you or a loved one is an out of state resident who has received a summons for a traffic violation in New Jersey, contact Rosenblum Law for a free initial consultation. Our experienced traffic ticket attorneys are available to assist you with any traffic violation matter. Call us 888-883-5529
