Speeding in New York State carries significant penalties that can affect your finances, driving privileges, and insurance rates. Understanding these consequences is crucial for all drivers, and hiring a skilled Nassau County traffic ticket lawyer to represent you is paramount in many circumstances. Please continue reading and reach out to The R.M.L. Law Firm, PLLC to learn more about the penalties for a speeding ticket in New York and how our legal team can defend you from them. Here are some of the questions you may have:

What Are the Fines and Points for a Speeding Ticket in NYS?

In NYS, fines for speeding vary based on how much you exceed the speed limit. For driving up to 10 mph over the limit, fines range from $45 to $150. Exceeding the limit by 11 to 30 mph can result in fines between $90 and $300. If you’re caught speeding more than 30 mph over the limit, fines can be as high as $600. Additionally, a state surcharge of $88 or $93 applies, depending on the location of the violation.

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) assigns points to your driving record for speeding violations. Driving 1 to 10 mph over the limit adds 3 points; 11 to 20 mph over adds 4 points; 21 to 30 mph over results in 6 points; 31 to 40 mph over leads to 8 points; and exceeding the limit by more than 40 mph results in 11 points. Additionally, if you’re caught speeding in a work zone, you’ll likely face at least 8 points on your license, even for a first offense.

How Do Recent Changes Affect the Point System?

Effective November 6, 2024, the NYS DMV implemented significant changes to the Driver Violation Point System. One notable update is that points from violations now remain on your driving record for 24 months, an increase from the previous 18 months. This change means that points will impact your driving privileges and insurance premiums for a longer period. Additionally, if you receive 9 or more points from speeding violations within 24 months, you will most likely have to attend a hearing.

What Are the Additional Consequences of Accumulating Points?

Accumulating points on your driving record can lead to several repercussions. If you receive 6 or more points within 18 months, you’re required to pay a Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee. This fee starts at $300 and increases by $75 for each additional point over six. Reaching 11 points within an 18-month period can result in the suspension of your driver’s license.

Moreover, accumulating points can lead to increased auto insurance premiums. Insurance companies often view drivers with points as higher risk, which can result in higher rates. Studies have found that a single traffic ticket can lead to up to a 30% increase in a driver’s auto insurance premium.

Long Island Drivers: Don’t Just Pay the Ticket

Paying a speeding ticket is the same as pleading guilty. That plea can put points on your license, trigger DMV fees, and increase your insurance for years.

Instead, consult a Long Island speeding ticket lawyer who knows how to challenge the ticket or reduce the penalties. Depending on the circumstances, we may be able to:

  • Get the ticket dismissed or downgraded
  • Reduce the fines and points
  • Help you avoid DMV assessments and license suspension

Common Speeding Ticket Locations on Long Island

Speeding tickets often happen in high-traffic areas and major roadways, such as:

  • Northern State Parkway
  • Southern State Parkway
  • Meadowbrook Parkway
  • Long Island Expressway (I-495)
  • Busy zones in Hempstead, Mineola, Garden City, Westbury, and near Roosevelt Field Mall

Whether you were pulled over near Walmart in Uniondale, Target in Levittown, or Route 110 in Huntington, we’ve helped drivers fight back in traffic courtrooms across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

Contact us today for a free consultation and find out how we can help you keep your license and protect your record.