I want to plea to a non-moving violation, is it possible to reach a deal?

[Cardinalsfan]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? New Jersey

I recently received a ticket for driving with an expired inspection sticker, (NJ 39: 8-1). I've decided to bring it to court instead of just paying the fine with the hope of pleading down to a non-moving violation for insurance purposes. I'm fearful of my premium being raised if I admit guilt by paying the ticket. Because of some prior moving violations my premium is pretty high. What are the chances of the prosecutor/judge working with me to change the violation and what should I say to help my cause. Thanks in advance!

 

[racer72]

Please keep all your questions in your original thread.

 

[Bali Hai]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? New Jersey

I recently received a ticket for driving with an expired inspection sticker, (NJ 39: 8-1). I've decided to bring it to court instead of just paying the fine with the hope of pleading down to a non-moving violation for insurance purposes. I'm fearful of my premium being raised if I admit guilt by paying the ticket. Because of some prior moving violations my premium is pretty high. What are the chances of the prosecutor/judge working with me to change the violation and what should I say to help my cause. Thanks in advance!

What do you suggest the violation be instead?

Get your vehicle inspected and throw yourself on the mercy of the court.

 

[HighwayMan]

Why would you think your insurance rates would be affected by an expired inspection???

 

[Cardinalsfan]

What do you suggest the violation be instead?

Get your vehicle inspected and throw yourself on the mercy of the court.

Yes I will definitely be doing some variation of that lol!

 

[Cardinalsfan]

Why would you think your insurance rates would be affected by an expired inspection???

I would hope it wouldn't but I have my doubts, I guess its up to the disgression of the insurance company because its a no-point violation.. If anyone knows definitively I'd appreciate it greatly.

 

[HighwayMan]

Insurance companies do not pay any attention to DMV points.

I can't see any insurance company paying much attention to an expired inspection.

 

[Cardinalsfan]

Insurance companies do not pay any attention to DMV points.

I can't see any insurance company paying much attention to an expired inspection.

OK Highwayman I hope you are right, I will have to do more research before I have to go to court, but thanks!