HighwayMan
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First, to reiterate, this is a NY speeding ticket...
The violation was not left blank, there is a "fill in the circle" (which may be hard to see on your copy) for "1180d".
Go there sometime and you'll see them in the hallway outside the court rooms on the first floor of the Bronx TVB. It's at 696 East Fordham Road at the corner of Crotona Avenue.
I don't know what the minimum suspension is for this, probably 30 days. And you are correct, a minimum 31 day suspension is required for restricted license eligibility. Be aware, if you do get a restricted license, and get ANY type of traffic ticket (I believe even a seat belt) your driving privilege will be revoked for up to 5 years.Thank you for your insight. I appreciate the advice. I suppose a suspension is better than a revoke. How long would a suspension be? From what I have been told, It could be 30 days, lawyer could push 31 for a restricted license, correct?
I believe you are truthful, but that is just unbelievable. What time of day was this (approximately)? Highway Patrol only works in uniform, that must be some story (on the officer's part). Was it a marked car?The officers really had jeans and a t-shirt. It took me by surprise but it's true. The very top of the ticket states "NYPDHP" I can only assume that’s New York Police Department Highway Patrol. The "In Violation of (Section and Subdivision" was left blank.
The violation was not left blank, there is a "fill in the circle" (which may be hard to see on your copy) for "1180d".
Okay, it was Highway 1 covering the Bronx.I apologize for being paranoid but again, this is the first time I've ever been in trouble with the law. Nevertheless, this took place at Interstate 895, The Sheridan Express way.
Honestly, no matter how good the attorney is he will probably lose. Highway Patrol officers, or any precinct summons officer, is so experienced testifying in the TVB that the chances of them leaving something out of their testimony or not being able to handle an attorney is slim to none. You're best off hiring one of the attorneys who works in the Bronx TVB - they know the system and can best serve you if you insist on hiring one.The lawyer which I have asked to represent me has over 25 years of experience dealing with traffic violations, was a former judge and prosecutor. How good he is, I have no idea but I pray he is not someone out to simply grab my money and rush out of court. I am hopeful I could some how establish some type of rapport with him but he is in and out of court all the time.
Does anyone recommend an excellent traffic lawyer in the New York City area?
Go there sometime and you'll see them in the hallway outside the court rooms on the first floor of the Bronx TVB. It's at 696 East Fordham Road at the corner of Crotona Avenue.