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Traffic violations can have a negative impact on your life. They can cause you to accumulate points on your driver’s license, which could lead to your license being suspended. They can also drive up the cost of car insurance. For this reason, it is important to take traffic violations seriously. Work with an experienced traffic violations lawyer as soon as possible — ideally on your first traffic ticket and not the one that may cause you to lose your license.

The experienced traffic violation attorneys at Sutnick & Sutnick Attorneys at Law can help. Let us look at your case and determine the best way to defend you. With offices in Hackensack, Wayne and the Bronx, our lawyers help people fight traffic tickets throughout NY & NJ, including Passaic, Hudson, & Bergen County.

Our certified trial attorneys have helped many satisfied clients, and we will help you achieve the best possible results in your traffic ticket matter. Call anytime, day or night, for a FREE consultation.

Need to Fight/Beat Your Traffic Violation?

At Sutnick & Sutnick Attorneys at Law, our Hackensack law firm handles a wide range of traffic violations in northern New Jersey and the New York City metro area:

Driving on a suspended license/driving on a revoked license
Having a controlled substance in a motor vehicle (drug offenses)
Drinking and driving offenses
Careless or reckless driving
Driving over the speed limit
Driving without auto insurance
Failure to stop at a stop sign
Passing a stopped school bus
Out-of-state driver traffic tickets
Out-of-state truck driver traffic tickets

Have You Received A Suspension Notification?

A driver’s license may be suspended for a number of reasons, including too many points (traffic violation points in NJ), receiving a moving violation while on probation (new driver) or driving on a suspended license. You can contest or negotiate for a lesser suspension at a license suspension hearing in front of the DMV. You may also be able to reduce or eliminate a suspension by taking a driving course. Let us help you keep your driving privileges.

Traffic Violation FAQs

At Sutnick & Sutnick Attorneys at Law, our NJ traffic violation lawyers understand the challenges that our clients face. While we know that every case is unique, there are certain traffic violation FAQs that readers might find helpful.

Can I Fight A Traffic Violation?

Yes. Every NJ traffic violation can be defended. This can be based on legal issues, or mitigating factors about the individual driver and the circumstances of the ticket. Our NJ traffic violation lawyers will help you fight your traffic ticket.

How Long Do Traffic Violations Stay On a Driving Record?

An individual’s driving record will show their entire driving history from the time they first became licensed. The only way an offense is removed from a NJ driving record is when a ticket is dismissed.

What are the Consequences of Traffic Violations In New Jersey?

A driver who accumulates multiple moving violations can face a suspension of their driving privileges. In addition, the State of NJ will impose surcharges.

What Are Some Types of Traffic Violations

There are many other traffic violations, and a NJSA points chart listing the violations and the number of points associated with each ticket is located here:

https://www.sutnicklaw.com/traffic-violations/njsa-point-schedule/

Here are some common types traffic violations in NJ:

Driving While Intoxicated (DUI/DWI) is one of the most serious traffic violations. A driver may lose their license, face jail time and significant fines.
Driving While Suspended is another serious traffic offense in which a driver can face mandatory jail and a loss of their driver’s license.
Leaving the Scene of an Accident is a traffic offense that may result in a 1-year loss of driving privileges.
Reckless Driving is a charge which carries up to 90 days in jail and a loss of driving privileges. It is also a 5-point ticket.
Speeding is a ticket in which a driver can face up to 5 points and, in addition, depending on the circumstances, may lose their license for a period of time.
Tailgating or Following Too Closely is a 5-point ticket.

What Are Traffic Violation Points?

The Motor Vehicle Commission imposes points for a variety of traffic offenses. The purpose of this is to encourage safe driving. When a person accumulates points, they can face surcharges or ultimately a loss of their driving license.

Each specific ticket has an associated number of points and the NJ point schedule can be found here:

https://www.sutnicklaw.com/traffic-violations/njsa-point-schedule/

What Traffic Violations Affect Insurance?

Any violation that carries points can have an effect on a person’s individual insurance costs.

Are Traffic Violations Considered Crimes?

No, however, if there is a motor vehicle accident and someone suffers personal injury, a separate crime will be charged on a criminal complaint.

Can A Traffic Violation Lead To Deportation?

Yes. DWI and DUI and some other serious traffic offenses can have an impact on an individual’s immigration status and ultimately lead to deportation.

Are DUIs Considered Traffic Violations?

Yes. A DUI is a traffic offense. It is not a criminal offense.

What To Do If You Have Received a Traffic Violation in NJ?

It is very important to call an experienced traffic attorney right away. Your driving record can affect your personal and professional life. The attorneys at Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC go to court every day for traffic violations and other offenses. We are former prosecutors with over 30 years of experience, and we will help you.

Can You Have Traffic Violations Removed/Expunged from Your Record?

A traffic violation is not a crime or a misdemeanor so it cannot be expunged. However, if you contact an attorney before you go to court, we may be able to negotiate a ticket dismissal in order to keep it from appearing on your driving record altogether.

Why Hire a Lawyer for a Traffic Violation?

Our traffic violation lawyers are former prosecutors with over 30 years of experience. We understand how a driving offense can substantially affect your quality of life and your ability to earn money. We are highly experienced attorneys who go to court daily. We know how to negotiate a good plea deal, when necessary, and how to win at trial. Our NJ traffic violation lawyers will defend you and fight for you.

Do I have to appear in court for a NJ traffic violation, or can an attorney appear for me?

Different courts have different polices regarding the appearance by a driver who receives a motor vehicle ticket. Please contact our NJ traffic violation lawyers so that we can try and accommodate you.

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Frustrated that you received a traffic ticket? Worried about points on your license? Need representation at a DMV hearing? Contact us by calling 201-212-4532 or by completing our online contact form to schedule a free initial consultation. With offices in Hackensack, Wayne and the Bronx, our traffic ticket lawyers are here to help you.