Questions from drivers about NYCTRR 4-06(a)(2), Speeding Over the Posted Limit in New York City, answered by the Benjamin Goldman Law Office. For penalties, points, and defense options, read the NYCTRR 4-06(a)(2), Speeding Over the Posted Limit in New York City.
Why hasn't my speeding ticket shown up in the system after nearly seven months? I have a Pennsylvania license and got a ticket in New York City for 73 in a 40. An unmarked vehicle was following closely behind me, so I changed lanes to get away from it. It moved over behind me again, and when I changed lanes a second time, it kept tailgating me. I thought someone might be trying to hurt me, so I accelerated to get past a car on my right and hopefully get away from it. Then the vehicle turned on its lights and pulled me over. I feel like the officer pressured me into speeding so the ticket would carry a larger fine. I hired a lawyer, but I still have not gotten a clear answer about where the ticket is or whether it could be dismissed because it was filed late.
I received a ticket under 4-06(a)(2) after radar clocked me at 63 mph on Woodhaven Boulevard, where the limit was 30 mph. I did not notice the speed limit sign at first. Since I was allegedly 33 mph over, how serious are the penalties?
This is a very serious speeding charge. It carries 8 points. The fines plus driver assessment fees can exceed $1,000. A lawyer can appear in court for you and attempt to challenge the ticket.
Can I fight a speeding ticket by pleading not guilty? I was stopped today and the officer said I was doing 75 in a 50. I thought there was some 20-mph allowance in NYC, so I did not think I would be pulled over. He took my license and registration, returned to his vehicle, and gave me a ticket without asking for my explanation. There were cars ahead of me going faster, but when I asked about that, he said I was the only one speeding. The ticket also has the wrong middle initial and lists the wrong state in my address. I do not expect those mistakes to get it thrown out, but money is tight and I would like to get the charge lowered without my insurance increasing. My vehicle and license are from California, although my New York address was on my license when I renewed it by mail.
Yes. You can, and should, enter a not-guilty plea. An attorney may be able to appear in court for you and could potentially obtain a reduction or possibly a dismissal.
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A ticket can take quite a while to appear in the system, and in some cases it may never be entered. If there is no ticket in the system, there is nothing to dismiss.