Although a traffic ticket is classified as an infraction, a conviction may still result in negative consequences. These consequences typically include a fine and points on your license. However, if you have been convicted of previous traffic violations, you may also...
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Challenges to a traffic ticket in New York
Like most states, New York uses a point system for traffic tickets. The number of points added depends on the infraction, and too many points can suspend your license. However, there are ways you may challenge the ticket in Binghamton, New York. Challenges to traffic...
What is the difference between a standard and a lifetime record?
Getting a ticket may seem like an inconvenience for you or it may be the last straw in a long string of mistakes. While it might be tempting to get it over with and pay the ticket, the ramifications it has on your driving future and license record are worth...
Encouraging your teenager to avoid cellphone use while driving
Getting a traffic ticket in New York because of illegal cellphone use while driving can impact your teen's driving privileges. Helping your child understand the dangers of using a phone while driving and enforcing consequences can encourage responsible behavior. You...
What is the Point and Insurance Reduction Program?
Accruing too many points on your driver's license in New York can compromise your driving privileges. This could impact your job if it requires a CDL license or if you need to drive a company vehicle. It can also create challenges when you have to find alternate...
How zone cameras can backfire
Many cities in New York have installed zone cameras in strategic areas. The cameras are supposed to catch anyone who speeds or commits another traffic violation. If you're caught speeding on camera, you'll receive a traffic ticket in your mailbox several days later....
Safe driving tips for older drivers
Many older drivers in New York handle the road with exceptional skill and maintain sparkling driving records. Nonetheless, older drivers do experience their share of accidents that result in injuries and deaths each year. Safe driving requires knowledge of traffic...
State and federal rules for commercial drivers
People who operate commercial vehicles such as delivery vans, semi-trucks, commercial buses and more pass a special test to receive a commercial driver's license. In addition to passing state-specific tests and abiding by the laws in individual regions, commercial...
4 ways an officer knows when a driver is texting
Drivers in New York and other parts of the country do not need anyone to tell them that texting while driving is a bad idea. About 98% of the participants in one poll expressed that texting while driving was a safety hazard. However, half of the poll respondents...
3 safety tips worth sharing with your teen driver
Letting your teen drive without accompanying them in the driver’s seat can be nerve-wracking. But teaching your children measures to be safe behind the wheel doesn’t have to stop after they receive their license. Breaking down distractions, potential road hazards and...