Don’t wait for your court date. Under New York law, there is a 30-day window to demand documents from the prosecution that can result in an outright dismissal of your ticket. The earlier you call, the more options we have.

Our law firm has over 3,000 client testimonials across Google, BBB, Trustpilot, and other platforms. We handle traffic tickets in all 62 New York counties from our offices on Long Island — and our clients across the state speak for themselves. View our client testimonials. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Attorney Ronald Cook “wrote the book” on traffic tickets — Beating Traffic Tickets, available on Amazon.

What It Costs to Fight Your Ticket

Routine traffic tickets often start at $300 flat. That covers everything — the attorney appears for you, negotiates for you, and in most cases you never set foot in court. Some matters cost more depending on the charge, the court, and your record: CDL and commercial matters, TVB tickets, criminal charges, and license-suspension issues are quoted after we review the ticket. Text a photo of your ticket to (631) 678-8993 and we will confirm your exact flat fee before you retain us. No hourly billing. No hidden charges. The fee quoted is the fee you pay.

Ask whether your ticket qualifies for our point-reduction refund policy — we will tell you before you pay.

What That Ticket Can Really Cost You

The fine on the ticket is the smallest part of the problem. Here is what most drivers do not think about until it is too late:

Points on your license. New York assigns points for most moving violations. A single speeding ticket can carry 3 to 11 points. Under the rules effective February 16, 2026, accumulate 11 points within 24 months and you face a formal DMV suspension hearing; 10 points triggers a mandatory driver improvement clinic.

DMV Driver Assessment fees. Six or more points within 18 months triggers a separate bill from the DMV — $300 to $675+, payable over three years — on top of your court fines and surcharges. Note the two different clocks: the assessment uses an 18-month window; the suspension rule uses a 24-month window. They are not the same, and plenty of websites still conflate them.

Insurance increases. Your insurer sees the conviction, not the fine. A single speeding ticket can raise your premiums 20% to 40% for three years. Two tickets can double that impact. The average cost of a single speeding conviction in increased premiums alone is over $1,500.

License suspension. Enough points, enough tickets, or the wrong kind of violation can suspend your license — and with it, your ability to get to work, pick up your kids, and live your life. Three speeding convictions within 18 months results in a 6-month license revocation under VTL 510(2)(b)(v) regardless of total points.

CDL and commercial driver consequences. If you hold a CDL, a single serious traffic violation can trigger a 60-day disqualification. Two within 3 years means 120 days. A DWI — even in your personal car — means a one-year CDL disqualification. A second major offense means lifetime disqualification. Your career is on the line. Read more about CDL consequences.

Out-of-state complications. If you are licensed in another state, a New York conviction can follow you home through the Driver License Compact. Most states will add the conviction to your home-state record. See our out-of-state driver guide.

The real math: a single 21-mph-over speeding conviction means 6 points, up to $300 in fines, $93 in surcharges, $300 in Driver Assessment fees, and a potential insurance increase of $1,500+ over three years. The total cost of pleading guilty can easily exceed $2,000 — and that is for one ticket. Our flat fee to fight it starts at $300 — a fraction of the cost of pleading guilty.

Why You Should Hire a Lawyer Now — Not Later

There is a window of opportunity on most traffic tickets that closes fast. Under New York law (CPL § 100.25), you have the right to demand a supporting deposition from the officer who issued your ticket — a sworn statement describing exactly what happened. If the demand is made properly and the prosecution fails to provide it within 30 days, the ticket must be dismissed outright. No trial, no plea, no points — dismissed.

But the demand must be made early. The clock starts running from the return date on the bottom of your ticket. If you wait until the last minute to hire a lawyer — or worse, show up to court on your own — that window may have already closed. Once it is gone, you lose a potential basis for a full dismissal that cannot be recovered.

Depending on the type of ticket, we may also demand radar or lidar calibration records, officer training certifications, speed measurement device maintenance logs, and other documentation that the prosecution is required to produce. Gaps or failures in these records give us additional grounds to challenge the ticket or move for dismissal.

The earlier you call, the more options we have.

How We Fight Your Ticket

Step 1: Send us the ticket. Text a photo to (631) 678-8993 or call (888) 275-2620. You will get a flat-fee quote — routine tickets often start at $300 — no surprises, no hourly billing.

Step 2: We assess the real risk. We look at the charge, the points, your driving history, DMV exposure, insurance implications, and any prior tickets that could compound the problem.

Step 3: We build a strategy. Depending on the situation, that may mean negotiating with the prosecutor for a reduction to a non-moving violation with zero points, challenging the ticket on procedural grounds, or contesting it at trial.

Step 4: We go to court — you don’t. In most courts across New York, we appear on your behalf so you never have to take a day off work, travel to the courthouse, or sit in a waiting room. You stay home. We handle it.

Step 5: We report the result. You get a clear explanation of the outcome, what it means for your record, and any next steps.

Tickets We Handle

We represent drivers charged with every type of traffic violation under the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law, including:

Speeding (VTL § 1180) — 3 to 11 points depending on speed over the limit. The most common ticket in New York.

Cell phone / texting (VTL § 1225-c / § 1225-d) — 5 points. More than most speeding tickets.

Red light (VTL § 1111) — 3 points. Do not confuse a police-issued red light ticket with a red light camera ticket. Camera tickets carry no points.

Stop sign (VTL § 1172) — 3 points.

Disobeying a traffic device (VTL § 1110-a) — 2 points.

Following too closely (VTL § 1129) — 4 points.

Unsafe lane change (VTL § 1128) — 3 points.

Failure to yield (VTL § 1140–1146) — 3 points.

Failure to stop for school bus (VTL § 1174) — 5 points.

Move Over Law (VTL § 1144-a) — 3 points.

Reckless driving (VTL § 1212) — 5 points. Misdemeanor. Up to 30 days jail. Criminal record.

DWI / DWAI (VTL § 1192) — Criminal charges. Potential jail time and license revocation.

Suspended / revoked license (AUO) (VTL § 511) — Misdemeanor or felony. Jail time possible.

No insurance (VTL § 319) — $150–$1,500 fine plus $750 DMV penalty plus registration revocation.

CDL / trucking violations — See our dedicated CDL page.

Improper passing · improper turn · failure to signal · wrong way on one-way · unsafe backing · improper U-turn · no license · unregistered vehicle · expired inspection · equipment violations · seatbelt · and more.

Don’t see your ticket listed? Call us anyway — we handle it all.

We Handle Tickets in Your Court — Anywhere in New York

We represent drivers in all 62 New York counties — the SCTPVA, NCTPVA, NYC TVB, every county and village court from Montauk to Buffalo. Whether you got a ticket on the Thruway, the LIE, I-87, I-81, or a village road you were just passing through, we can represent you in that court without you needing to travel back. Find your county.

Why Drivers Choose This Firm

You hire a real attorney — not an app. When you hire us, you hire Attorney Ronald Cook, a named attorney with over 25 years of experience handling traffic tickets across New York. You are not assigned an anonymous lawyer by an algorithm. You know who is handling your case from day one.

Our information is current. New York’s traffic laws changed significantly in February 2026, and we updated every page on this site to reflect the new rules — the 10-point/24-month suspension standard, the separate 18-month assessment window, and the new administrative procedures. Before you rely on anything you read online about New York traffic law, check when it was last reviewed. Every page on our site tells you.

We do this every day. Traffic ticket defense is a core part of our practice, not a sideline. We know the courts, the prosecutors, the procedures, and the strategies that produce results.

Other lawyers send their clients to us. Attorneys throughout New York regularly refer traffic ticket matters to our office. That kind of professional trust is earned, not bought.

Flat fees. No surprises. Routine tickets often start at $300 flat. You know what it costs before you commit. No hourly billing. No hidden charges. The fee quoted is the fee you pay.

You probably will not have to go to court. In most cases, we handle the entire matter without you ever appearing personally.

Over 3,000 client reviews. Our firm has over 3,000 client testimonials across Google, BBB, Trustpilot, and other review platforms. Read what our clients say about working with us.

Attorney Cook literally wrote the book. Ronald S. Cook is the author of Beating Traffic Tickets, available on Amazon. When your license and driving record are on the line, experience and focused knowledge matter.

What Clients Say

“He explained all of my options in a way I could understand. I never felt lost or confused.”

“The fee quoted at the beginning was the fee we paid. No hidden charges.”

“Ron didn’t waste any time. He summed up my situation quickly and handled the matter successfully.”

Read more client testimonials. Client reviews reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee a similar outcome. Prior results do not guarantee future results.

New York Traffic Ticket Points & Fines

Every moving violation conviction in New York adds points to your driving record. Accumulate 6 points within 18 months and the DMV imposes a Driver Assessment fee on top of any court fines. Reach 11 points within 24 months and you face a formal DMV suspension hearing underr the rules effective February 16, 2026. 10 points triggers a mandatory driver improvement clinic.

Speeding Tickets

MPH Over Limit	Points	Fine Range (1st Offense)	Fine Range (2nd in 18 Mo.)
1 – 10	3	$90 – $150	$180 – $300
11 – 20	4	$90 – $300	$180 – $450
21 – 30	6	$90 – $300	$180 – $450
31 – 40	8	$90 – $300	$180 – $450
41+	11	$90 – $300	$180 – $450

All speeding fines are subject to a mandatory NYS surcharge of $88 – $93. School zone speeding carries higher fines: $180 – $600 for a first offense and $360 – $750 for a second offense within 18 months.

Other Common Violations

Violation	Points
Cell phone / texting while driving	5
Reckless driving	5
Railroad crossing violation	5
Following too closely (tailgating)	4
Inadequate brakes	4
Disobeying a traffic signal (red light)	3
Stop sign violation	3
Improper passing	3
Unsafe lane change	3
Failure to yield right of way	3
Child safety seat violation	3
Disobeying a traffic device	2
Failure to signal	2

NYS Driver Assessment Fees

If you accumulate 6 or more points within 18 months (measured by date of violation), the DMV will bill you a Driver Assessment fee — separate from and in addition to any court-imposed fines:

Points (within 18 months)	Total Assessment (paid over 3 years)
6	$300
7	$375
8	$450
9	$525
10	$600
11+	$675+

Three speeding convictions within 18 months results in a 6-month license revocation under VTL 510(2)(b)(v) regardless of total points. This catches many drivers off guard.

Related Traffic Ticket Services

Common Ticket Types

Speeding · Cell Phone & Texting · Child Seat · Move Over Law · Reckless Driving · Driving Without Insurance · Leaving the Scene · Street Racing

CDL & Commercial

CDL Traffic Tickets · CDL Trucking Tickets

DWI, DWAI & Serious Charges

DWI / DWAI / DUI · DWAI Tickets · Suspended Registration

Points, Penalties & DMV

Points Chart · 2026 DMV Point Changes · Angelica’s Law · DMV Relicensing After Denial · NY VTL Codes

Fighting Your Ticket

Fight Your Ticket · Defense Tips · Traffic Stop Guide · Coram Nobis Motions · OATH Trials & Hearings · Traffic Ticket FAQ

Tolls, Scams & Out-of-State Drivers

MTA Toll Penalties · E-ZPass Debt Defense · Ghost Plates Law · Toll Road Scams · Fake DMV Notices · Out-of-State Drivers

Traffic Courts by Region

All Counties · Long Island · NYC TVB · Hudson Valley · Capital Region · Mohawk Valley · Central New York · North Country · Southern Tier · Finger Lakes · Western New York

Do Not Wait Until the Night Before Your Court Date

The sooner you act, the more options you have. Waiting until the last minute limits what any attorney can do and can result in a default conviction if you miss a deadline. A five-minute text or phone call can tell you exactly where you stand and what it will cost to fight the ticket.

Protect your license. Protect your record. Protect your wallet.

Text a photo of your ticket to (631) 678-8993.

Routine tickets often start at $300 flat — we confirm your exact fee before you pay.

Or call toll-free: (888) 275-2620. Available 24/7.

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Last reviewed by Attorney Ronald S. Cook — July 2026

This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.