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New York Driver Responsibility Assessment Program
Former Traffic Court Judge Helping You Avoid Ongoing Fines
The Driver Responsibility Assessment Program is a New York law that went into effect on November 18, 2004. With new requirements, you could end up paying fines for years—not just once—in order to settle your traffic ticket. If you have accumulated enough traffic tickets, you need help from an experienced New York traffic ticket lawyer to avoid huge fines. Contact Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. today to schedule a free consultation about your case.
The attorneys at Martin A. Kron can help you challenge the ticket and the fines.
Call (212) 235-1525 or contact us online to discuss your options in a consultation.What Is the New York Driver Assessment Program?
When you are convicted of a traffic violation, you must pay a fine to the court.
Under the NY Driver Assessment Program, a motorist must pay the DMV each year for three years if they:
- Incur six or more points on their driving record for violations occurring on or after November 18, 2004
- Are convicted of an alcohol- or drug-related traffic infraction and the violation occurred on or after November 18, 2004
- Refused to take a chemical test on or after November 18, 2004
Even when you know about the Driver Responsibility Assessment Program, the situation can still take you by surprise.
Here are a few other frequently asked questions about the law:
- How will I be notified if I must pay the driver responsibility program tax? The DMV will send you a statement after the points, conviction, or refusal is entered on your driving record. The DMV will also examine your driving record every three months to determine if a new driver responsibility assessment is necessary. If there are no new incidents, the DMV will send annual bills.
- Can I reduce the amount of the driver responsibility assessment by taking a point reduction class? No. The point reduction class can take up to four points off of your license, helping you keep insurance premiums low and avoid license suspension for too many points. It cannot reduce the fees.
- What will happen if I fail to pay the driver responsibility assessment? Your driver's license, permit, or privileges will be suspended until it is paid.
Avoid Three Years of Additional Assessments
When you receive a traffic ticket, we encourage you to call us for a consultation. We can discuss your options for contesting the ticket and avoiding the potential penalties that come with it.
Call us at (212) 235-1525 now to get started.
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The New Jersey Surcharge System
Protecting Yourself from Additional Fines
If you have enough points on your driving record in New Jersey, you may be subject to additional fines from the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). This is called the New Jersey Surcharge Violation System (NJSVS). At Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C., we have provided legal advice and representation to drivers in New Jersey for more than 25 years. We understand the frustration drivers feel after getting supplemental fines from the state of New Jersey in addition to a judge's order.
Let us help you avoid further penalties. Call the New Jersey traffic ticket lawyer at Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. today by calling (212) 235-1525 or contacting us online.
What Is a Surcharge?
Surcharges are fines assessed by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission each year for drivers who have accumulated excess points on their driving records or have committed serious, specific violations such as DUI.
There are collateral consequences to being found guilty of serious or repeat traffic violations in New Jersey. For example, if a driver has a first-offense DUI conviction, a driver might be fined $500 by the judge and fined $1,000 per year for the next 3 years by the state of New Jersey.
The three most common violations are the following:
There are several other violations that can cost drivers extra fines, but the three above are the most common. Do not hesitate to contact a lawyer to discuss your options regarding motor vehicle surcharges.
Contact Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. Today
Getting answers to your questions can be tough. Make sure you have a legal professional you can trust. With more than 30 years of experience and tenure as traffic court judge, Attorney Martin Kron understands the nuances of these challenging systems. Call today for a free consultation about what to do next.
Call (212) 235-1525 now. Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. helps residents of Bergen County and other communities throughout New Jersey.
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Points System in New Jersey
Learn More about How Infractions Affect Your Driving Record
In New Jersey, each traffic violation is assigned a unique point value that will go on your license. With too many points, your license will be subject to suspension or revocation, and you will no longer have driving privileges. Knowing the law can help you make wise choices when you are presented with a ticket. If you face a traffic ticket, contact the New Jersey traffic ticket lawyer at Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. for help.
Call Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. for help fighting your ticket. Call (212) 235-1525 or reach out to us
online today.When Too Many Points Becomes a Problem
A single traffic ticket is not a serious problem. As long as you drive perfectly for the next few years, you will not have anything to worry about. However, if you have a more serious violation in the years ahead, having a prior ticket can make the consequences far worse, including skyrocketing insurance rates and more serious consequences for future infractions.
In New Jersey, having six points on your record within three years makes you subject to surcharges. Once you accumulate 12 or more points on your record, your license can be suspended.
Point values vary depending on what happened and how many other offenses are already on your driving record.
Those point values are:
- Speeding over the limit – 2-5
- Leaving the scene of an accident (property damage) – 2
- Leaving the scene of an accident (with injury) – 8
- Improper cellphone use or texting – 3 (on third offense)
- Running a red light or stop sign – 2
- Following too closely or tailgating – 5
- Improper passing – 4
- Failure to stop for a school bus – 5
- Reckless driving – 5
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Going to court for a ticket is a drag. Let our New Jersey traffic ticket lawyer handle all your court appearances. We are here to help you build a case and protect your driving privileges. Schedule your free consultation with our firm today.
Dial (212) 235-1525 today.
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Points System in New York
Don't Pay Fines that Automatically Put Points on Your Record
New York uses a points system where certain traffic violations are given a point value. When you accumulate a certain number points, the Department of Motor Vehicles or the Motor Vehicle Commission can and will suspend or revoke your driver's license. While it may seem easier to just pay your ticket and move on, doing so means pleading guilty to a traffic offense, and points will be added automatically. Let the New York traffic ticket lawyer at Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. help.
Let Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. help you fight your ticket and keep points off your record. Call us at (212) 235-1525or reach out to us online.
Too Many Points Can Result in License Suspension & Additional Fines
How many points does it take for a license suspension? That depends on the type of traffic violation and the number of offenses you are convicted of in a certain period of time.
In New York, once you get six points on your record, you are subject to additional fines for tickets in the future. If you accumulate 11 or more points, or if you receive three speeding tickets in an 18-month period, your license may be revoked for a minimum of six months.
Listed below are some of the most common or serious offenses, and the points associated with each. Remember that points are not the only penalty for many of these violations. Some alone could result in license suspension and criminal sanctions.
In New York, the points value for infractions is:
- Speeding over the limit – 3 to 11
- Leaving the scene of an accident (property damage) – 3
- Leaving the scene of an accident (with injury) – 4
- Improper cellphone use or texting – 5
- Running a red light or stop sign – 3
- Following too closely or tailgating – 4
- Improper passing – 3
- Failure to stop for a school bus – 5
- Reckless driving – 5
Being Proactive Starts with a Consultation
If you have questions about the points system, need help resolving a traffic ticket, or require assistance with any license matter, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.
Call our office today at (212) 235-1525.
Helpful Information
If you are stopped or pulled over, know that there’s a New York traffic ticket lawyer who can help you. Our firm's founding attorney, Martin A. Kron, has decades of experience assisting clients contest their tickets and cut through the red tape of the Department of Motor Vehicles. Change the last sentence ending to, you can count on us to help you find the way out of situations that may not be obvious to others. We offer free consultations to get you the answers you need to protect your driving privileges. No matter how severe your situation may seem, you can count on us to help you find answers and fight for your rights.
Schedule your free consultation with Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C. by calling (212) 235-1525 now or contacting us online.
Information about Driving Infractions
Through many years of building strong cases for our clients, we understand what it takes to provide effective strategies when it counts. You do not have to pay your traffic ticket. There are other options available, and we are here to help you find them.
Defending against the Charges
Attorney Martin A. Kron has been licensed to practice law for more than 30 years. His in-depth knowledge and insight can help you make key decisions in your case. Convictions for traffic summonses can increase your insurance rates, lead to your license being suspended or revoked and prevent you from being able to rent a car. Pleading guilty to traffic tickets may be the quickest and easiest option, but it may not be the best! Let us help you avoid those problems.
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Honest & Straightforward AdviceThe sooner you call Martin A. Kron & Associates, P.C., the sooner we can begin working on your case and putting your mind at ease. Pleading guilty to a traffic ticket guarantees that you will receive points on your driving record and the consequences that come with it. The fastest action isn't necessarily the best action. Let our traffic ticket lawyer guide you on what to do next.