Wyoming Motorist with Traffic Ticket in New York
This page contains information for State of Wyoming motorists that received a traffic ticket in New York State. The article discusses the possible consequences in Wyoming and New York. For proper legal advice on the impact in Wyoming one should get in touch with a Wyoming traffic ticket attorney or contact the Wyoming Department of Transportation.
Impact in Wyoming
Like the majority of states, Wyoming is a signatory to the Driver License Compact agreement. The main part of the agreement provides that out-of-state convictions are reported to the home state of the motorist. This is memorialized in Wyoming Law WY Stat § 31-7-201.
The State of Wyoming is also a party to the Non-Resident Violator Compact. This agreement provides that if a motorist fails to comply with a traffic ticket in another state, either by not answering the ticket, not appearing in court, or not paying a fine, the home state may suspend their driver’s license. Once the home state orders suspension, it will be cleared once they receive paperwork from the sister state confirming that the ticket was answered or handled.
Another concern for a Wyoming motorist with a traffic ticket are insurance rates. If your insurance company becomes aware of a serious traffic violation they will raise your insurance rates. Your insurance company does not look at points or in which jurisdiction the violation occurred, but at the type of violation. Insurance companies raise their rates for moving violations.
For confirmation and more detailed information on how an out-of-state violation would impact a Wyoming motorist, it is imperative to contact a traffic ticket attorney that practices in the state of Wyoming.
Impact in New York
If you drive often in New York State or have previous violations in the state, there is another concern. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) creates an internal driver license number for any motorist that receives a traffic ticket in New York State. This license number is utilized to calculate violations that occurred within 18 month intervals, requiring an additional driver responsibility assessment fee for obtaining six points in 18 months and ordering suspension for obtaining eleven points in 18 months. New York State cannot suspend the driver’s license of a Wyoming motorist, but they can suspend the New York State driving privileges of a Wyoming motorist. A State of Wyoming motorist driving in New York with suspended New York State privileges is in the same position as a New York motorist driving in New York with a suspended license. In New York, the Wyoming motorist would be subject to arrest and criminal charges.
Disputing a Traffic Ticket in New York
Fighting a traffic ticket in court is usually an unpleasant experience. There is often extensive travel time and long hours waiting in court. Appearing in court is not fun for someone not familiar with the relevant rules and procedures. The judge and the district attorney are not on your side. They are generally unfriendly, and do not expect that they will be inclined to accept your version of events (even if entirely true) or be sensitive to your situation.
On the other hand, with an attorney involved, disputing a traffic ticket in New York can be easy. This is mainly because the defendant does not need to appear personally in court. Nor does the person who got the ticket need a defense or excuse in order to plead Not Guilty. In New York, your attorney can go to court in your place and speak in court on your behalf. This means you would not have to attend traffic court in New York to get your charges dismissed or reduced. Your lawyer can figure out what works best for your case, whether to present the court with a valid defense, argue for dismissal on technical issues, challenge the charges on procedural grounds, or utilize any diversion dismissal program that is available in the relevant jurisdiction. For more detailed information, it is best if you contact a New York law firm whose main practice area is Traffic Law.
Benjamin Goldman Law Office
If you are a Wyoming motorist and were issued a traffic ticket in New York State, you can get in touch with the Benjamin Goldman Law Office. We are a New York traffic ticket law firm that operates throughout the state. Lawyers from our firm have handled cases in most of the approximately 1000 traffic courts in New York State. Our attorneys handle cases from Niagara Falls to Brooklyn and everywhere in between. We have experience with almost all types of New York traffic-related charges. Our team handles common violations such as speeding and more serious charges like driving with suspended privileges. The team at the Benjamin Goldman Law Office diligently and persistently pursue the best possible disposition for each client. The efforts of our team are reflected in the hundreds of five-star reviews our firm has received. The verified testimonials typically speak about the results we obtain and our customer service. The Benjamin Goldman Law Office provides motorists and their family members with a complimentary consultation. Someone from our firm will be glad to discuss your case, the circumstances leading up to the issuance of the ticket, and determine what makes the most sense for your situation. You can contact us at your convenience. Our team can be reached by phone call, text message, email, or website submission. We look forward to working with you.
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