Dutchess County, situated near the Connecticut border and neighboring Massachusetts, lies midway between Albany and New York City. It is home to vast expanses of farmland yet maintains its rank as the 15th most populous county in the state. Although its tranquil rural roads span for miles, law enforcement agencies remain vigilant as it consistently ranks among the top 10 New York counties with the most number of speeding tickets issued.

A speeding ticket issued in Dutchess County or anywhere else in New York State can result in serious penalties including points, fines, and auto insurance increases. A driver who gets a speeding ticket in Dutchess County should not automatically pay it. Instead, contact an experienced traffic ticket attorney to contest the underlying charges. 

New York Counties Issuing the Most Speeding Tickets, 2021

County	Number of Speeding Tickets
Westchester	40,076
Erie	39,124
Suffolk	30,203
Queens	28,009
Orange	26,351
Dutchess	23,838
Nassau	20,090
Kings	19,285
Richmond	16,667
Bronx	15,964

New York State Speeding Ticket Costs

Depending on one’s speed, NY speeding ticket fines can cost around $150 to $600. But this is not the final cost. New York State adds a mandatory surcharge of $88 (if issued in a city) or $93 (if issued in a town/village) on each ticket. Moreover, if the ticket brings the total number of points on a driver’s license to 6 or more, he/she will also have to pay a DMV Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee. A DRA is an annual fee that costs $300 (paid as $100 per year for three years). Each point over 6 adds another $75 ($25 per year). Worse, a single speeding ticket can cause a significant increase in auto insurance rates, which usually last for three years or more.

Speeding Ticket Data from Dutchess County, NY

Dutchess County is the sixth-highest county in New York in terms of the number of speeding tickets issued in 2022. A total of 20,734 speeding tickets were issued that year by state troopers, county police, and other law enforcement agencies. 

Most of these tickets were issued to drivers from New York state (76.1%). The rest were issued to drivers from the Northeast region (16.3%), other U.S. states (4.9%), Canada (0.4%), and other locations (2.2%).

15.3% of the drivers who received speeding tickets in Dutchess County were also cited for other offenses. The most prevalent violations were related to license issues, which accounted for 1,314 tickets. The next most common violations related to motor vehicle equipment issues (462 tickets), followed by motor vehicle registration issues (430 tickets.)

Exceeding the speed limit increases the likelihood of an accident. In 2022, there were a total of 7,689 speeding-related crashes in Dutchess County. 6,075 of these resulted in property damage, 1,590 caused personal injuries, and 24 caused fatalities. 

Dutchess County has one of the lowest rates for dismissed/acquitted cases involving speeding ticket citations at only 4.3% in 2022. But with the help of an experienced attorney, you will have a better chance of your speeding ticket being reduced to a lesser charge, incurring a lower fine, and/or reducing the points on your driving record.

Number of Speeding Tickets Issued in Dutchess County (NY), 2013 – 2022

Year	Number of Speeding Tickets
2013	19,745
2014	20,433
2015	19,935
2016	20,806
2017	19,546
2018	22,463
2019	27,047
2020	25,111
2021	23,838
2022	20,734

Number of Speeding-Related Crashes in Dutchess County (NY), 2013 – 2022

Year	Number of Incidents
2013	6,147
2014	5,798
2015	5,733
2016	5,650
2017	5,696
2018	7,795
2019	7,913
2020	6,035
2021	6,883
2022	7,689

Dutchess County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

With a population of 293,718, Dutchess is a far cry from the density of other NY counties, such as Brooklyn, Suffolk or Westchester. The only interstate highway in Dutchess County is I-84, which cuts through the southern quadrant in an east-west route. Also moving east-west through the county are U.S. 44, N.Y. 55, and N.Y. 199. Drivers can travel north or south through Dutchess via U.S. 9, the Taconic State Parkway, and N.Y. 22.

Dutchess County is home to several higher education institutions, including Marist College and Vassar College, both located in the city of Poughkeepsie. In addition, the main campus of the Culinary Institute of America can be found in the town of Hyde Park. Police in Dutchess County keep a close watch on the major throughways for locals, college students, and those just passing through. The county’s close proximity to both Massachusetts and Connecticut means there’s a slightly higher than normal amount of tickets going to out-of-state drivers (18%). 

Hiring a Dutchess County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

No driver should ever “give up” and accept the consequences of a speeding ticket in Dutchess County. It is far better to let an experienced traffic ticket attorney assess the charges and build a defense to mitigate the fines and points. In fact, drivers who hire legal representation may not have to show up to court themselves (including those from out-of-state). If you or someone you love has been ticketed for speeding in Dutchess County, contact Rosenblum Law today. We can offer you a free consultation about your case and have our attorneys fight on your behalf. Our attorneys have represented clients in Dutchess County for both traffic and criminal matters, including those from Amenia, Beekman, Clinton, Dover, East Fishkill, Fishkill, Hyde Park, La Grange, Milan, North East, Pawling, Pine Plains, Pleasant Valley, Poughkeepsie, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, Stanford, Union Vale, Wappinger and Washington. Call 888-434-0406 or email Rosenblum Law today for a free consultation about your case.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties

Named after Benjamin Franklin, NY’s Franklin County is one of the northernmost counties in the state, and one of several that border Canada. Franklin County is the fourth-largest county by land area and also the fourth-least population-dense. Much of the county is located in the Adirondack Park, which draws a substantial amount of tourism. 

A speeding ticket issued in Franklin County can cost far more than most drivers realize. Rather than just pay the ticket, a driver should contact an experienced traffic ticket attorney who can help get those penalties reduced or eliminated.

New York State Speeding Ticket Costs

Paying a speeding ticket in Franklin means incurring far more costs than the fine, which by itself can range from $150 to $600. Each ticket also comes with a mandatory state surcharge of $88 or $93. If the ticket puts the total number of points on the license at 6 or more, a driver will be hit with a DMV Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee. The DRA is a separate fine and costs $300 plus an additional $75 for each point over six. On top of this, a driver can see a serious increase in insurance premiums, which can last for 36 months or more after the speeding ticket appears on the driving record.

Speeding Tickets Data from Franklin County, NY

Police in Franklin County wrote 2,222 speeding tickets last year. Of those, 5.4% were for a specific offense, 1180-e, which applies to those who use excessive speed around special hazards such as sharp curves or when crossing railroad tracks. State Troopers wrote 82% of all speeding tickets in the county in 2018. Almost 30% were issued in the summer months and more than half were issued on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. While most speeding tickets in Franklin County went to New Yorkers last year, 4.4% were given to Canadian drivers.

Drivers hit with speeding tickets in Franklin County should take the ticket to court and try to get it either dismissed or reduced to a low-point or no-point violation. However, less than 8% of New Yorkers were successful in doing so last year. By hiring a skilled attorney one is more likely to succeed and with better results.  

Franklin County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

There are no interstate highways servicing Franklin County, NY. Instead, drivers will have to take U.S. Route 11, which heads east and west through the northern quarter of the county. In addition, NY Route 30 takes drivers north-south to/from the Canadian border and into the Adirondack region. The county boasts more than 670 bodies of water, which are a substantial source of tourism. With so few major roadways and less than 2 million vehicle miles traveled in the county most years, all those who speed or commit other traffic violations are sure to stand out to police in Franklin County. 

Hiring a Franklin County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

A New York speeding ticket is a serious matter. Any driver would be well advised to consult with an attorney to get the charges reduced or dropped. An experienced traffic defense attorney can evaluate the case and offer a solid defense that can minimize the fines and points. Those who may have a hard time making a court appearance can rest assured that most speeding ticket cases do not require the driver to show up if he/she has an attorney represent him/her.

Contact Rosenblum Law to assist you with your speeding ticket matter in Franklin County. We can offer you a free consultation about your case and have our attorneys fight on your behalf. Our attorneys have represented clients in Franklin County for both traffic and criminal matters, including those from Bangor, Bellmont, Bombay, Brandon, Brighton, Burke, Chateaugay, Constable, Dickinson, Duane, Fort Covington, Franklin (township), Harrietstown, Malone, Moira, Santa Clara, Tupper Lake, Waverly, and Westville. Call 888-434-0406 or email Rosenblum Law today for a free consultation about your case.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties

Washington County sits on the eastern edge of New York State, bordering Vermont. Lake George comprises part of the county’s western border and the southern end of Lake Champlain is part of the eastern border. Washington County is largely rural. A mix of natural and man-made attractions draw in visitors year-round. 

No one should ever pay a speeding ticket in Washington County without first challenging the charges because the consequences can be severe. However, it is always best to consult with an experienced traffic ticket attorney to determine the best strategy for getting the ticket dismissed or reduced to a lesser offense. 

New York Speeding Ticket Costs

The fines for speeding in Washington County are usually between $150 to $600. In addition to the fine, drivers must pay a mandatory state surcharge of $88 or $93. A DMV Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee will also be tacked on to any driver who accrues 6 or more points on his/her license. A DRA costs $300 for the first 6 points plus an additional $75 for each point thereafter. On top of this, insurance premiums are likely to increase following a conviction for speeding, costing hundreds more per year. Altogether, this can bring the total cost of a speeding ticket to well over $1,000 in some cases.

Speeding Tickets Data from Washington County, NY

The number of speeding tickets written in Washington County has declined significantly over the past few years. In 2018, drivers received 1,340 speeding tickets, a 24% decline from 2017’s 1,760. Last year, Washington County had the second-fewest speeding tickets per vehicle-mile traveled in the state, behind Monroe County. Approximately one-third of all speeding tickets were written on Friday and Saturday in Washington County last year. A little over half (55%) were issued by State Troopers. Of those who were ticketed for speeding, nearly 30% were licensed outside New York State. 

Drivers charged with speeding in Washington County should fight the underlying charge. This is not easy to do without the help of an attorney, and less than 8% of drivers statewide were successful in getting a speeding ticket dismissed last year. An attorney offers the best chance of beating a NY speeding ticket or getting it reduced to a lesser offense. 

Washington County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

Drivers can take U.S. Route 4 from the western edge of Washington County into Vermont. There are no interstate highways in the county, but I-87 is just a few miles west in neighboring Warren and Saratoga counties, which can carry drivers all the way north into Canada or south into New York City. The county’s location within both the Taconic Mountains and the Adirondack Mountains, plus its proximity to two lakes ensures a steady flow of tourist traffic, which keeps police on the lookout for those who might make the roads unsafe. 

Hiring a Washington County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

Paying a speeding ticket does not “make it go away;” in fact, it brings on the worst possible consequences, including points, fines, surcharges and large hikes in insurance premiums. At the same time, refusing to pay the ticket can result in a license being suspended or even revoked. Drivers who are charged with speeding or other traffic violations must fight the charge.

An experienced traffic ticket attorney can analyze the traffic violation matter and provide a solid defense, keeping the fines and points to a minimum. In almost all speeding ticket cases, a person who hires an attorney is not required to come to court.

If you received a speeding ticket in Washington County, contact Rosenblum Law. Our traffic ticket attorneys represent clients in Argyle, Cambridge, Dresden, Easton, Fort Ann, Fort Edward, Granville, Greenwich, Hampton, Hartford, Hebron, Jackson, Kingsbury, Putnam, Salem, White Creek, and Whitehall. Call us today at 888-434-0406.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties

Yates County is a largely agricultural region that also includes a large Mennonite population. The county produces dairy, farm crops, wine, and apples. Yates County encapsulates three of New York State’s Finger Lakes—Seneca Lake on the eastern boundary, Canandaigua Lake on the west, and Keuka Lake in the middle of the county. The scenic lakes and wine industry make Yates County a popular tourist destination.

Drivers who have been issued a speeding ticket in Chautauqua County should not pay it! Instead, call an experienced traffic ticket attorney to help avoid the costs, points, and other consequences the come with a conviction.

New York Speeding Ticket Costs

Speeding tickets issued in Yates County can be very costly. Fines often run between $150 to $600, in some cases even higher. Each ticket also comes with a mandatory NYS surcharge of $88 to $93. There’s also a possible DMV Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee. The DRA is a separate fine charged to drivers who reach 6 points on their license in 18 months. A DRA costs $300, and each point over 6 adds another $75. In addition, paying a speeding ticket nearly ensures that it will raise one’s auto insurance rates by several hundred dollars per year. 

Speeding Tickets Data from Yates County, NY

Yates County is one of three NYS counties where police issue less than 1,000 speeding tickets per year for most years. In 2018, drivers received just 822 speeding tickets. Almost 55% of speeding tickets in Yates County were issued on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday last year. Tuesdays were the lightest days, with police issuing less than 10% of tickets that day. More than 1-in-10 drivers ticketed for speeding were cited for other offenses during the same traffic stop, most notably driving while suspended (16%), followed by licensing violations such as driving on an expired license (14%), and drunk driving (12%). 

Fighting a speeding ticket in Yates County is no easy matter. Only 6% of drivers were able to get their ticket dismissed in the county last year and just 25% were able to get it reduced to a lesser offense. Those who hire a skilled traffic ticket attorney are far more likely to beat those odds and get favorable results. 

Yates County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

Although an attractive tourist destination, Yates County is far outside most of New York State’s major thruways. Interstate highways such as I-90 and I-390 are many miles beyond the county’s borders, as its U.S. Route 20. The largest roadway in the county is NY Route 14, which runs north-south along Seneca Lake; all other roads are local. This lack of thru-traffic is part of why Yates County has the third-least vehicle-mile traffic in the state (567,000 miles). This makes it easier for police to watch the roads and catch those who speed or commit other traffic violations in the county. 

Hiring a Yates County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

The costs of a speeding ticket add up fast. The combination of fines, surcharges, and insurance increases can bring the final cost to $1,000 or more. Drivers who are charged with a speeding ticket or other traffic violation would be well advised to fight the charge. An experienced traffic ticket attorney can analyze the traffic violation matter and provide a solid defense, keeping the fines and points to a minimum. In almost all cases, a person who hires an attorney will not be required to come to court.

If you received a speeding ticket in Yates County, contact Rosenblum Law. Our traffic ticket attorneys represent clients in Albion, Barre, Carlton, Clarendon, Gaines, Kendall, Murray, Ridgeway, Shelby, and Yates.  Call us today at 888-434-0406.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties

Despite its name, Allegany County does not lie along the Allegheny River. Instead, the Genesee River cuts through the center of the county, providing a great resource for canoeing, fishing, and other watersports. Although the county is largely rural, it is home to several colleges, including Alfred University, Alfred State College, and Houghton College. 

Drivers should never pay a speeding ticket issued in Allegany County. The hidden costs and penalties that come with a conviction can shock many unsuspecting individuals. These penalties could be avoided by calling an experienced traffic ticket lawyer who can beat or reduce the charge.

New York State Speeding Ticket Costs

A driver charged with speeding in NY can expect a fine of $150 to $600 in most cases. What most don’t expect is the mandatory state surcharge of $88 or $93 that comes with each offense. In addition, if the ticket puts the total number of points on the license at 6 or more, the driver will be charged a Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee by the DMV. The DRA is a separate fine and costs $300 for the first 6 points and $75 for each additional point. Once the speeding ticket appears on the driver’s record, his/her auto insurer is likely to raise rates by hundreds of dollars per month for several years.

Speeding Tickets Data from Allegany County NY

Drivers in Allegany County received 2,750 speeding tickets in 2018, which is about 22% of all traffic tickets issued in the county that year. Among those who received speeding tickets, almost 12% also received additional citations for other offenses at the same time. The most common was for licensing violations, such as driving out of class (25%), followed by driving on a suspended license (12%) and unsafe lane change (9%).  Friday was the worst time to be speeding in Allegany County last year, as 17% of all such tickets were issued that day. It is followed by Saturday (16%) and Thursday (15%). More than 40% of drivers ticketed for speeding in the county were from out of state. 

In order to avoid the worst consequences, drivers hit with speeding tickets in Allegany County must fight the ticket and either get it dismissed or reduced to a low-point/no-point violation. Less than 8% of drivers were able to get their speeding ticket dismissed in New York State last year. With such a high conviction rate, drivers should seek the help of a skilled attorney.

Allegany County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

Located near the New York-Pennsylvania border, traffic in Allegany County is served by I-86/The Southern Tier Expressway, which takes vehicles east and west. Drivers can also take NY Route 19 south from Wyoming County south to NY Route 417 in the town of Wellsville (and reverse). The close proximity to Pennsylvania, combined with the abundance of higher education institutions, and popular vacation spots contribute to the high number of out-of-state drivers getting tagged for speeding in Allegany. This also keeps police on their toes as they watch the roads for those who might make them unsafe. 

Hiring an Allegany County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

Paying a speeding ticket in Allegany County will not “make it go away.” Rather, it will bring on all the costs and consequences. Anyone charged with speeding needs the help of an experienced traffic ticket attorney. An attorney offers the best chance of reducing or beating the ticket and thus avoiding the worst penalties. The best part is that, in most cases, those who hire legal representation may not have to show up to court themselves.Contact Rosenblum Law to assist you with your speeding ticket matter in Allegany County. We can offer you a free consultation about your case and have our attorneys fight on your behalf. Our attorneys have represented clients in all the courts in Allegany County for both traffic and criminal matters including Alfred, Allen, Alma, Almond, Amity, Andover, Angelica, Belfast, Birdsall, Bolivar, Burns, Caneadea, Centerville, Clarksville, Cuba, Friendship, Genesee, Granger, Grove, Hume, Independence, New Hudson, Rushford, Scio, Ward, Wellsville, West Almond, Willing, and Wirt. Call 888-434-0406 or email Rosenblum Law today for a free consultation about your case.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties

Chenango County is a largely rural county near the center of New York State, just north of Broome County. Its economy thrives on dairy farming and is a major source of cheese and yogurt factories in the state, including Chobani Yogurt. About 60% of the county’s 900 square miles is forested and only about 5% is developed for commercial, industrial or residential use.  

Drivers should think twice before paying a speeding ticket issued in Chenango County. Each ticket carries hidden costs and penalties that take many drivers by surprise. Instead, one should hire an experienced traffic ticket lawyer who can beat or reduce the charge.

New York State Speeding Ticket Costs

A Chenango County speeding ticket comes with a fine of $150 to $600 in most cases. In addition, drivers will have to pay a mandatory state surcharge of $88 or $93. Whenever a traffic ticket puts the total number of points on the license at 6 or more, the driver will be charged a Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee. The DRA is an additional fine and costs $300 for the first 6 points and $75 for each additional point. Even worse, a single speeding ticket can increase auto insurance rates by as much as several hundred dollars per year for three or more years.

Speeding Tickets Data from Chenango County NY

The number of speeding tickets issued in Chenango County in 2018 rose slightly over 2017 from 2,569 to 2,603. Speeding tickets made up nearly a quarter of all traffic tickets issued last year, above the statewide average of 18.6%. More than 30% of all speeding tickets were written on Saturday and Sunday. Thursday saw the fewest tickets (11.7%). In keeping with statewide trends, the summer months were among the worst time to be speeding in the county, with more than 31% of tickets issued during that time. 

Drivers hit with speeding tickets in Chenango County would be well advised to fight the ticket and either get it dismissed or reduced to a low-point/no-point violation. Less than 8% of drivers were able to get their speeding ticket dismissed in New York State last year. Those who hire an experienced traffic ticket attorney will likely have much better luck and get much better results than those who attempt to fight the ticket on their own. 

Chenango County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

Chenango County is among the 10 counties in the state with the least vehicle traffic each year. This is partially attributed to its sparse population (47,536 in 2018) and the lack of interstate highway access; I-88 crosses the southeast corner of the state between Broome County and Delaware County. The county receives some tourism in the form of visitors to its numerous state parks, which is enough to keep state and local police on the lookout for speeding and other infractions. 

Hiring a Chenango County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

A speeding ticket in New York State is a serious matter. Any driver charged with speeding needs the help of an experienced traffic ticket attorney. An attorney offers the best chance of reducing or beating the ticket and thus avoiding the worst penalties. The best part is that, in most cases, those who hire legal representation may not have to show up to court themselves.

Contact Rosenblum Law to assist you with your speeding ticket matter in Chenango County. We can offer you a free consultation about your case and have our attorney’s fight on your behalf. Our attorneys have represented clients in all the courts in Chenango County for both traffic and criminal matters including Afton, Bainbridge, Columbus, Coventry, German, Greene, Guilford, Lincklaen, McDonough, New Berlin, North Norwich, Norwich, Otselic, Oxford, Pharsalia, Pitcher, Plymouth, Preston, Sherburne, Smithville, and Smyrna. Call 888-434-0406 or email Rosenblum Law today for a free consultation about your case.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties

Schoharie is a largely rural county in upstate New York just west of Albany. Large swaths of farmland comprise the bulk of the county, although many residents also work in the Capital Region, with I-88 providing easy access toward the cities of Albany, Schenectady, and Troy. The southern portion of the county is part of the Catskills Mountain range. 

Drivers should avoid paying a speeding ticket issued in Schoharie County. Most do not realize the number of hidden costs and penalties that come with a conviction for speeding. Rather, one should call an experienced traffic ticket lawyer to help get those penalties reduced or eliminated.

New York State Speeding Ticket Costs

A driver charged with speeding in NY can expect a fine of $150 to $600 in most cases. What most don’t expect is the mandatory state surcharge of $88 or $93 that comes with each offense. In addition, if the ticket puts the total number of points on the license at 6 or more, the driver will be charged a Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee by the DMV. The DRA is a separate fine and costs $300 for the first 6 points and $75 for each additional point. Once the speeding ticket appears on the driver’s record, his/her auto insurer is likely to raise rates by hundreds of dollars per month for several years.

Speeding Tickets Data from Schoharie County NY

Drivers in Schoharie County received 3,111 speeding tickets in 2018, just slightly more than the number written in 2017 (3,038). Speeding tickets made up almost 40% of all tickets issued last year in the county. Of those, 60% were written on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Just over half of drivers ticketed for speeding last year (56%) went to New Yorkers; the rest went to drivers from out of state. State Troopers were the most aggressive in enforcing speeding in Schoharie County last year, handing out almost 90% of the tickets. 

Drivers hit with speeding in Schoharie County would be well advised to fight the ticket and either get it dismissed or reduced to a low-point/no-point violation. Only 2.2% of drivers were able to get their speeding ticket dismissed in Schoharie County courts last year. With such a high conviction rate, drivers should seek the help of a skilled attorney to avoid the worst consequences.

Schoharie County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

Schoharie County is the fifth-least populated county in New York State and has the sixth-least traffic, with 919,000 vehicle-miles traveled. This is despite ready access to major roadways such as I-88, which connects it to Albany and Schenectady counties to the east and Otsego County to the west. U.S. Route 20 also follows an east-west route just slightly north of I-88. Howe Caverns and other attractions draw tourists into Schoharie. The low vehicle traffic means that drivers speeding and committing other traffic violations—especially those from out of state—are sure to be noticed by police. 

Hiring a Schoharie County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

A speeding ticket in New York State is a serious matter. Any driver charged with speeding needs the help of an experienced traffic ticket attorney. An attorney offers the best chance of reducing or beating the ticket and thus avoiding the worst penalties. The best part is that, in most cases, those who hire legal representation may not have to show up to court themselves.

Contact the Rosenblum Law Firm to assist you with your speeding ticket matter in Schoharie County. We can offer you a free consultation about your case and have our attorneys fight on your behalf. Our attorneys have represented clients in all the courts in Schoharie County for both traffic and criminal matters including Blenheim, Broome, Carlisle, Cobleskill, Conesville, Esperance, Fulton, Gilboa, Jefferson, Middleburgh, Richmondville, Schoharie, Seward, Sharon, Summit, and Wright. Call 888-434-0406 or email Rosenblum Law today for a free consultation about your case.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties

Bordering both Cayuga Lake and Lake Ontario, Cayuga County is located in the west-central part of the state, in the Finger Lakes region. Cayuga County boasts more waterfront land than any other NY county not adjacent to the Atlantic Ocean. Cayuga County is located near major upstate population centers such as Ithaca, Cortland, and Syracuse. Its economy is sustained by a mix of large and small businesses in the agricultural, manufacturing and services industries.

Cayuga County speeding tickets are expensive. The fines and points can come as a huge surprise to many drivers. Rather than give up and pay, a driver should hire an attorney who can fight the underlying charge and mitigate or eliminate the penalties. 

New York Speeding Ticket Costs

A speeding ticket fine in New York State costs most often between $150 to $600. Drivers must also pay a mandatory surcharge of $88 or $93 on each ticket. Any ticket that brings the total number of points imposed on a driver’s license to 6 or more will incur a Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fee. The DRA is a separate fine and paid directly to the DMV. It costs $300 plus $75 for each point over six. Speeding tickets can also impact auto insurance rates to the tune of several hundred dollars per year.

Speeding Tickets Data from Cayuga County NY

In 2018, 4,249 speeding tickets were issued to drivers in Cayuga County. While this represents a decline in overall speeding tickets from more recent years, the proportion of tickets going to drivers in the county for speeding (versus other offenses) has risen from a low of 24% (2013) to more than 34% last year. Almost 1-in-5 speeding tickets were written on Saturday (19.4%) last year. The summer months were, by far, the busiest time for police in enforcing speeding laws. Of those ticketed for speeding in Cayuga County last year, more than 1-in-10 (12%) received additional tickets for other offenses. The most common were licensing violations, such as driving without a license (24.3%), driving while suspended (12.7%) and equipment violations (9.1%). 

Any driver ticketed for speeding should challenge the ticket. Unfortunately, only 2.8% were able to get their tickets dismissed in Cayuga County last year. However, one is likely to have better success if he/she hires a skilled traffic ticket attorney. An attorney will have the skills and knowledge needed to get the ticket reduced to a lesser offense or beat it at trial. 

Cayuga County Geography and How It Relates to Traffic Tickets

Cayuga County receives more than 2 million vehicle miles of traffic each year. This is a mix of general commuting amongst its population of more than 77,000 residents, as well as thru-traffic and tourism. The New York State Thruway (I-90) cuts east-west through the middle of the county, while U.S. Route 20 runs roughly parallel to it a few miles south. N.Y. Route 34 makes a straight path north-south up the middle of Cayuga County, connecting to N.Y. Route 104 just over the border in Oswego County. Two colleges—Cayuga Community College and Wells College—add student traffic to the list of things police need to keep an eye on. 

Hiring a Cayuga County Speeding Ticket Lawyer

Drivers should always plead not guilty and fight the charges of a speeding ticket in Cayuga County. An experienced traffic ticket attorney can negotiate with prosecutors to reduce the ticket to a lesser offense with a lower fine and fewer or no points. This will also help reduce or avoid any potential impact on one’s insurance rates. Best of all, those who hire an attorney to handle their speeding ticket are not likely to have to come to court in person. 

If you received a speeding ticket in Cayuga County, contact Rosenblum Law. Our traffic ticket attorneys represent clients in Auburn, Aurelius, Brutus, Cato, Conquest, Fleming, Genoa, Ira, Ledyard, Locke, Mentz, Montezuma, Moravia, Niles, Owasco, Scipio, Sempronius, Sennett, Springport, Sterling, Summerhill, Throop, Venice, and Victory. Call 888-434-0406 or email Rosenblum Law today for a free consultation about your case.

Speeding Ticket in Other Counties