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

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.

Speeding penalties in New York State vary based on how fast you were going and how many prior convictions you’ve had in the past 18 months. Here’s a clear breakdown of what to expect:

General Speeding Tickets (Outside School or Construction Zones)

First Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over the limit: $45 to $150 fine, 3 points
  • 11–20 mph over the limit: $90 to $300 fine, 4 points
  • 21–30 mph over the limit: $90 to $300 fine, 6 points
  • 31–40 mph over the limit: $180 to $600 fine, 8 points
  • Over 41 mph: $180 to $600 fine, 11 points

Second Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over the limit: Up to $300
  • 11–30 mph over the limit: Up to $450
  • Over 30 mph: Up to $750

Third Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over the limit: Up to $525
  • 11–30 mph over the limit: Up to $675
  • Over 30 mph: Up to $975

Note: Three speeding convictions within 18 months will lead to a mandatory driver’s license revocation – regardless of how fast you were going each time.

Mandatory Surcharge:

  • $88 if handled in District or County Court
  • $93 if handled in Town or Village Court

Speeding in a School Zone

School zone speeding violations occur between 6:00 PM and 7:00 AM in areas clearly marked with school zone signs. Fines depend on whether the ticket was issued on a school day or non-school day.

Speeding in a School Zone (6:00 PM–7:00 AM on Non-School Days)

First Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: $45 to $150 fine, 3 points
  • 11–20 mph over: $90 to $300 fine, 4 points
  • 21–30 mph over: $90 to $300 fine, 6 points
  • 31–40 mph over: $180 to $600 fine, 8 points
  • Over 41 mph: $180 to $600 fine, 11 points

Second Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: Up to $300
  • 11–30 mph over: Up to $450
  • Over 30 mph: Up to $750

Third Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: Up to $525
  • 11–30 mph over: Up to $675
  • Over 30 mph: Up to $975

Speeding in a School Zone (6:00 PM–7:00 AM on School Days)

First Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: $90 to $300 fine, 3 points
  • 11–20 mph over: $180 to $600 fine, 4 points
  • 21–30 mph over: $180 to $600 fine, 6 points
  • 31–40 mph over: $360 to $1,200 fine, 8 points
  • Over 41 mph: $360 to $1,200 fine, 11 points

Second Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: $60 to $450
  • 11–30 mph over: $120 to $750
  • Over 30 mph: $240 to $1,350

Third Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: $60 to $675
  • 11–30 mph over: $120 to $975
  • Over 30 mph: $240 to $1,575

Mandatory Surcharge:

  • $88 in Traffic and Parking Violations Agency, City, District, or County Court
  • $93 in Town or Village Court

Speeding in a Construction Zone

Speeding in a construction zone automatically adds 8 points to your license.

First Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: $90 to $150
  • 11–30 mph over: $180 to $300
  • Over 30 mph: $360 to $600

Second Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: Up to $300
  • 11–30 mph over: Up to $450
  • Over 30 mph: Up to $750

Third Conviction:

  • 1–10 mph over: Up to $525
  • 11–30 mph over: Up to $675
  • Over 30 mph: Up to $975

Mandatory Surcharge:

  • $135 in Traffic and Parking Violations Agency, City, District, or County Court
  • $143 in Town or Village Court

Speeding for “Imprudent Speed”

“Imprudent speed” tickets are issued when a driver is traveling too fast for the current road or weather conditions—even if under the posted speed limit. This is often labeled as “speed not reasonable and prudent.”

Fines and Points:

  • First conviction: $45 to $150 fine, 3 points
  • Second conviction within 18 months: Up to $300
  • Third conviction within 18 months: Up to $525

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 Speeding 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.