TrafficNeeds
Junior Member
What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NY
Hello,
I am basically from AZ and I was issued a speeding ticket in Cortland county (NY) last week when I was there in NY. My speed according to the radar reading given by the cop was 89 on a 65 freeway. I was travelling in a rental car (quite new). The acceleration was feather touch and the car was moving so smoothly that without my realization the car crossed the speed limits of 65 at certain times. I believe I saw the reading around 80 at that time but the cop gave me a 89 radar reading. I am not too sure about it. I have been given the option to mail in to the court either accepting or denying the charge.
- In violation of: NYS V and T Law
- Section Sub Section: 1180D
- Description: Speed in Zone
This is my first ticket ever since I got my license 5.5 years ago. I am from AZ and I do not have any intention to deny the charges and appear in the court in NY as it would turn out to be very expensive for me. But at the same time, I would like to see what are my best options now to reduce my charges / fines. I was told that for 24 miles excess, my fine could be 300$, 85$ court surcharge and 300$ for Driver Responsibility Assessment and 6 points as well. So, totally 685$.
A friend of mine suggested me to mail and request the DA to reduce the charges considering this is my first time. Could someone please advice if requesting the DA to reduce charges in my case would help ? Will they consider that its my first violation and reduce my charges ? I have been given one month time to respond to the court. Please let me know your inputs. Thanks for your help !
Hello,
I am basically from AZ and I was issued a speeding ticket in Cortland county (NY) last week when I was there in NY. My speed according to the radar reading given by the cop was 89 on a 65 freeway. I was travelling in a rental car (quite new). The acceleration was feather touch and the car was moving so smoothly that without my realization the car crossed the speed limits of 65 at certain times. I believe I saw the reading around 80 at that time but the cop gave me a 89 radar reading. I am not too sure about it. I have been given the option to mail in to the court either accepting or denying the charge.
- In violation of: NYS V and T Law
- Section Sub Section: 1180D
- Description: Speed in Zone
This is my first ticket ever since I got my license 5.5 years ago. I am from AZ and I do not have any intention to deny the charges and appear in the court in NY as it would turn out to be very expensive for me. But at the same time, I would like to see what are my best options now to reduce my charges / fines. I was told that for 24 miles excess, my fine could be 300$, 85$ court surcharge and 300$ for Driver Responsibility Assessment and 6 points as well. So, totally 685$.
A friend of mine suggested me to mail and request the DA to reduce the charges considering this is my first time. Could someone please advice if requesting the DA to reduce charges in my case would help ? Will they consider that its my first violation and reduce my charges ? I have been given one month time to respond to the court. Please let me know your inputs. Thanks for your help !