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3 BIGGEST MISTAKES NEW YORK DRIVERS MAKE WHEN GETTING A TRAFFIC TICKET

by Eli Moore, Westchester County Traffic Attorney

Apr 6
2 min

3 BIGGEST MISTAKES NEW YORK DRIVERS MAKE WHEN GETTING A TRAFFIC TICKET

Now is the perfect time to "spring clean" your driving record! Part of the reason people delay responding to traffic tickets is that they are uncertain about what to do. Here are the 3 biggest mistakes I see people make when it comes to getting a traffic ticket: PLEADING GUILTY TO THE VIOLATION There are no negative consequences that can result from pleading not guilty to a traffic ticket. The best way to do this is to hire an experienced traffic attorney. Outside of New Yor

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Car Seat and Seat Belt Laws in New York State

by Eli Moore Westchester and New York City Traffic

Jan 1, 2020
2 min

Car Seat and Seat Belt Laws in New York State

A new New York State law was enforced on November 1, 2019: any child under the age of 2 who is riding in a vehicle is required to be in a rear-facing car seat. If a child outgrows an infant-only seat before reaching his or her second birthday, a convertible or all-in-one car seat with higher rear-facing height and weight limits should be installed in the rear-facing position until the child reaches the rear-facing weight or height limit set by the car seat manufacturer. Accor

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Real ID or Enhanced or Standard Driver's License: Which is Right for You?

by Eli Moore Westchester and New York City Traffic

Oct 3, 2019
2 min

Real ID or Enhanced or Standard Driver's License: Which is Right for You?

You have most likely been receiving notifications from the Department of Motor Vehicles about REAL IDs and Enhanced Driver's Licenses and wondering if you should upgrade to one of these instead of keeping or renewing your regular driver's license. The correct answer: it depends. If you are someone who's always traveled a lot, only the Enhanced or REAL ID will be accepted to board a domestic flight, unless you have a passport. The same is true if you are someone who regularly

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4 Reasons You Need to Hire a Traffic Lawyer

by Eli Moore, Westchester County Traffic Attorney

Sep 14, 2018
2 min

4 Reasons You Need to Hire a Traffic Lawyer

When you receive a traffic violation, it’s natural to ask yourself: “Should I hire a traffic ticket lawyer to handle this?” My advice: Call a traffic lawyer as soon as you receive the ticket to discuss your case. I always offer people a free phone consultation so they understand the issues involved and can make an informed decision. Note: you only have 15 days to answer traffic tickets so call a traffic attorney ASAP. Here’s what you need to consider when deciding whether to

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Good News About Speeding Tickets: It Is Possible to Withdraw a Guilty Plea

by Eli Moore, Westchester County Traffic Attorney

May 30, 2018
2 min

Good News About Speeding Tickets: It Is Possible to Withdraw a Guilty Plea

A little known but very reassuring fact is that in Westchester County, under certain circumstances, speeding ticket points may be removed from your driving record— even after you pleaded guilty and have paid the fine. Eliminating Points on a Speeding Violation I have had numerous clients who pleaded guilty and paid their fines without realizing that the points for that ticket will cause their driving license to be suspended or make them liable to pay a $300 DMV drivers respon

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Don't Let Your Driving Record Derail Your Dreams

by Eli Moore, Westchester County Traffic Attorney

Apr 11, 2018
2 min

Don't Let Your Driving Record Derail Your Dreams

Like many people, you may think it's no big deal when you get a traffic ticket. The idea of fighting it may seem too time-consuming, too costly, or too futile. Just paying up may seem a lot simpler than taking time off from work to go to traffic court and a lot less expensive than hiring a traffic lawyer to fight your ticket. But getting a speeding ticket isn't just a matter of paying a costly fine. It only takes a few tickets to start adding points to your DMV record and to

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What Every Senior Citizen Driver in New York Needs to Know

by Eli Moore, Westchester County Traffic Attorney

Jan 15, 2018
2 min

What Every Senior Citizen Driver in New York Needs to Know

While there are no set rules about at what age a person needs to give up his or her driver's license in New York, the state does have special rules for older drivers. The aim of these rules to is to make sure that everyone on the road can respond quickly and effectively to hazardous conditions. If you're a senior citizen driver, here's what you need to know: 1. You will probably need to get a vision test from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or bring the results of a v

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by Eli Moore Traffic Attorney

Sep 9, 2017
2 min

RECKLESS DRIVING: ANSWERS TO YOUR 3 BIGGEST QUESTIONS

As an experienced traffic attorney, I've found that few people know what the term "reckless driving" means and what its penalties are. And that's unfortunate because in New York State, reckless driving is considered a misdemeanor—which is defined as a criminal charge and results in a criminal record. Driving recklessly is not to be taken lightly, so it's important to be in the know to prevent safety and legal problems. Q. What is reckless driving? A. Reckless driving is defin

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HOW TRAFFIC TICKETS AFFECT YOUR CAR INSURANCE RATES

by Eli Moore Traffic Attorney

Aug 30, 2017
1 min

HOW TRAFFIC TICKETS AFFECT YOUR CAR INSURANCE RATES

The average New Yorker pays $1,181.86 a year for car insurance premiums. However, car insurance rates vary heavily based on several factors including your driving history. According to the Department of Motor Vehicles, one of the most important factors that auto insurers look at when setting your premiums is your traffic ticket history. Their assumption is that Motorists with more traffic tickets and violations, are statistically more likely to get into traffic accidents. Usu

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WHY YOU CAN'T AFFORD TO DRIVE WITHOUT CAR INSURANCE

by Eli Moore Traffic Attorney

Aug 10, 2017
1 min

WHY YOU CAN'T AFFORD TO DRIVE WITHOUT CAR INSURANCE

The first thing New York police will do if they pull you over on the road is ask for your car insurance. Since driving without auto insurance is a criminal offense in New York, if you fail to provide proof of owning it, the consequences are considerable: The ramifications of driving without car insurance can include: $150-$1,500 penalty, plus additional costs to restore your license Up to 15 days in jail Suspension or revocation of your car registration Suspension of your dri

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