Are you frustrated
because you received a costly speeding ticket returnable to Ulster Town Court?
We can help.
Our Ulster traffic ticket attorneys have been fighting speeding tickets,
cell phone tickets and other moving violations for years. We have helped thousands of drivers
limit their exposure to fines, penalties, and insurance increases. We are led by a former prosecutor and
excel at having tickets either dismissed or reduced. Give us a call today to schedule your confidential
consultation at 800-893-9645.
POINTS: How many points are associated with my
ticket?
A conviction to a speeding ticket in New York can vary from
three points up to eleven points depending on the driver’s rate of speed. Here is a quick chart to help you
figure out the points you are facing.
Speeding
|
Points
|
01 to 10 mph over the limit
|
3
|
11 to 20
|
4
|
21 to 30
|
6
|
31 to 40
|
8
|
More than 40
|
11
|
All other violations can carry points ranging from zero
points to eleven points.
FINES: What are the fines associated with this
ticket?
Fines associated with a ticket are set by the judge, and the parameters are set by the
New York State Legislature. Some
of the most common fines are as follows:
Offense
|
Fines
|
First-time speeding offense
|
$45 to $600
|
One or more speeding tickets
(within eighteen months)
|
Up to $1,575
|
Traffic Infraction
|
$100-$300
|
Disobey a Traffic Signal
(red light)
|
$225-$675
|
Misdemeanor Convictions
(no other penalty provided)
|
$200-$1,225
|
Uninspected Vehicles
|
$25-$200
|
Unregistered Vehicle or Trailer
|
$25-$200
|
Equipment Violations of Vehicle or Trailer
|
$0-$100
|
Surcharges
|
$ varies based on the charge and location
|
When are the fines
due?
If you appear in court, it is the court’s preference that
the fines be paid at the end of the case. For special circumstances, the court may extend a driver's time to pay.
If you plead guilty by mail, the court will send you a fine
notice with instructions how to pay the fine.
What can happen if
I miss my court date in Ulster Town Court?
When a driver misses a court date, the court has the power
to suspend the driver’s privilege to drive in New York State.
How many points
can I accumulate before my license is suspended?
There are many reasons for which a driver may lose their
privilege to drive. One reason is
receiving excessive points. In
general, if a driver receives eleven or more points in an eighteen-month
period, their license will be suspended.
How much money
does it cost to lift a suspension?
There is a $70.00 lift fee associated with each ticket. Some courts will not allow a driver to
simply pay the monies to lift the suspension. Some courts may require that a bond be posted or that a
personal court appearance must be made simultaneously with payment of the lift fee.
How long does it
take for a suspension to be lifted?
Although a suspension lift fee may be paid, the lift is not
immediately entered into the Department of Motor Vehicles computers. From time to time, there can be a
delay. Most courts will tell you
that a suspension lift can take as little as 48 hours and some will tell you
that it can take up to five business days.
If you have a speeding ticket or traffic summons in Ulster
County, give our award winning team a call at 800-893-9645 to learn how we can
help.
