Traffic Tickets: New Jersey

In the state of New Jersey, traffic tickets are handed over to any individual who has committed a traffic violation. Under general circumstances, any traffic violations in NJ carries with it the possibility of earning a traffic ticket which can lead to various consequences, the minimum of which is a fine and accumulation of driver’s points on a driver’s record to a maximum of jail sentence and cancellation and/or revocation of the driver’s license. The driver’s are advisable under the conditions to follow the directions below.

Getting a Traffic Ticket:

As stated earlier, various types of traffic violations in NJ can lead a driver to earn a traffic ticket. If a driver is charged with a traffic ticket, he has firstly two options, unless the citation states that the driver must appear in court, he can plead guilty and pay his fine or plead not guilty and challenge in the court. For many, it is favourable to plead guilty and pay the fine as in New Jersey there exists a convenient way of paying tickets and related surcharges online. However, if the driver believes he or she is innocent, the ticket can be contested in court.

Getting a traffic ticket dismissed:

The driver can contest and if he wins the case, the traffic tickets can be dismissed. NJ courts don’t dismiss traffic tickets for attending any kind of defensive driving course.

Traffic Tickets while holding a CDL while in NJ:

Any driver holding a CDL or Commericial Driving License can either plead guilty or not guilty. However, it would be advisable to notify the employer within 30 days, if the driver is convicted. Overall the processes are same as any regular driver, but drivers holding a CDL can face stiffer penalties and punishments if they are convicted.

Getting a DUI ticket for someone under 21 years:

For a BAC of higher than 0.01%, if the driver is under 21 years of age, he or she can face the following punishments, depending on the severity of the violation

• License suspension for 30-90 days
• Community service for 15-30 days
• Alcohol education and highway safety program participation.

Traffic Violations for student drivers:

The penalties are basically the same, however, the responsibility will fall on both the driver and the instructor or the adult who is supervising the student.

Reducing License Points:

The MVC will deduct 2 points from the driving record of the driver, if he completes a state approved course.

For further details visit Ocean County traffic Violations or wants an appointment contact Ocean County Traffic Lawyer here: Airport Plaza, 1390 State Route 36, Suite 101, Hazlet, NJ 07730

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