WHY BOTHER FIGHTING A NEW JERSEY SPEEDING TICKET?

Q. What is the True Cost of NOT fighting a ticket

A. $540 average auto insurance increase over 3 years. Possible $450 - $700 MVC surcharge. $85 - $400 ticket fine.

Q. What are the benefits of a clean driving record?

A. Lower Car Insurance rates, employment opportunities and avoiding financial repercussions.

Q. What if I really didn't do it?

A. Hey, cops are human too and they make mistakes.

GENERAL NJ SPEEDING TICKET QUESTIONS

Q. How many Driver History Points do I get from Speeding Ticket?

A. Exceeding maximum speed 1-14 mph over limit, 2 points.

Exceeding maximum speed 15-29 mph over limit, 4 points.

Exceeding maximum speed 30 mph or more, 5 points.

Q. I'm ready to fight my ticket, where do I start?

A. The first thing I did was call the Court (with at least 7 days before the ticket was due) and tell them I was pleading not guilty.

Q. How do I know when it's time to get a lawyer?

A. Most experts agree it's time to call an attorney when there's a good chance of losing one's license or going to jail.

IS THAT LEGAL?

Q. Are Speed Traps legal?

A. In New Jersey, yes.

Q. Is it legal for the police officer/prosecutor to lie to me?

A. As long as it is not done under oath, yes.

Q. The Judge/Prosecutor was very rude to me, is that ok?

A. Judges should be patient, dignified, and courteous at all times and should not permit lawyers, court clerks, and courthouse police officers to display impatience or discourtesy. It violates Rule 3.5 of the Code of Judicial Conduct and could be grounds to File a Complaint.