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BACKGROUND
I-87
is a major highway that cuts across many different counties in New York
State. It stretches for hundreds
of miles and has claimed many victims to a hefty speeding ticket. As it passes through Rockland County,
one of it is favorite places to catch unsuspecting drivers is in the
municipality of Clarkstown.
Tickets issued in jurisdictional boundaries of Clarkstown Town Court are
heard before local court judges and prosecuted by local prosecutors. For speeding tickets issued by the
State Police, cases are prosecuted by the Town Prosecutor’s Office. Tickets issued by the Town Police are
prosecuted by the Town Police Officers that issued the summons.
ABOUT THE COURT
Clarkstown
Town Court is located at 20 Maple Avenue in New City. Its postal zip code is
10956. It is accessible by public
transportation but it is most easily accessed by car. There is a small parking lot for litigants within the court parameters
and there is also street parking available. For the most part, traffic court sessions are held during
the daytime. However, this does
not preclude the court from holding night court sessions to adjudicate traffic
cases
The
court employs several part time judges.
Each judge is in charge of upholding the Constitution of the United
States. They work on a rotating
basis presiding over court calendars.
TRAFFIC COURT
Under
the Vehicle Traffic Law, drivers charged with a moving violation are afforded
an opportunity to appear in court without proceeding immediately to trial. This initial court appearance will give
litigants an opportunity to resolve their traffic tickets without a cumbersome
trial.
ARRIVING TO COURT
Whenever
a person enters Clarkstown Court, they are subject to a search. The courtrooms are located on the 2nd
floor and when a person exits the elevator, they will be directed to pass
through a magnetometer. They will
be advised to empty their pockets and open all bags. If any inappropriate items or contraband is found, the court
officers can take appropriate legal action.
CHECKING IN
When
you walk into the courtroom, you will be directed to the court attendant who
will mark your attendance. Your
failure to check in may cause a delay in having your case called.
THE JUDGE
When
the Judge calls your case, you should stand up and acknowledge your presence
and approach the podium if directed.
COURT DECORUM
It
is important to be respectful to the court during all stages of the
proceedings. Even if you are merely
observing the proceedings, you must remain silent, avoid eating candy, and
refrain from using all electronic devices.
I WANT TO EXPLAIN MY CASE
If
your traffic ticket is not scheduled for trial, then most prosecutors will not
entertain a full description of your possible defense. Please be mindful that the prosecutors
have May cases to attend to and a full-length discussion with every traffic
violation will hamper the efficiency of the court proceedings. The prosecutors and court personnel
appreciate cogent discussions.
ABOUT OUR FIRM
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