TVB Hearing Dates Sep 19

Wow, my trial date is a long time from now! In the Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB) courts of New York City, it’s common for the ...

The Myth: My Ticket Is Very Old, Therefore, I Will Probably Win Sep 18

We already addressed whether the points from your ticket “go away” if the hearing occurs over 18 months after the ticket was ...

What Happens If I Speed in a Construction Zone? Aug 30

Penalties for Violating a Work Zone Speed Limit Because fines for speeding in work zones throughout New York are doubled, you can ...

Understanding the Driver Responsibility Assessment in NY Aug 29

What Is the Driver Responsibility Assessment? In New York, the Driver Responsibility Assessment is a fee you must pay to the DMV ...

I Have a Good Record. Does That Mean I Will Win My Case? Aug 15

Alas, no. In the Traffic Violations Bureau courts of New York City, you’re a blank slate in front of the judge. Before and during ...

The Standard of Proof in Traffic Court Feb 08

If you’re familiar with the “standard of proof,” perhaps you already know this is a concept that refers to how convinced a judge ...