French Creek, New York
French Creek is a rural town in Chautauqua County, New York. The town received its name from the creek that flows through it. , the population of French Creek was estimated at 850. The town’s geography is unique in that it is square shaped and sits on the most southwestern part of New York State. The Pennsylvania state line forms the town’s southern and western border. The Town of French Creek is closer to Pittsburgh, Detroit, and Cleveland, than Albany and New York City.
Traffic Tickets in French Creek
On New York State roads, unless otherwise posted, the speed limit is 55 mph. This is often an issue for motorists coming through from Pennsylvania and other states, where speed limits are usually higher. Furthermore, Pennsylvania is known to be more lax about speed enforcement than New York. The French Creek speed traps are usually found on New York State Route 474 (Jamestown Road) and New York State Route 426. Citations in French Creek are issued by both the New York State Police and the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department.
In January of 2022, the French Creek Town Court moved to Findley Lake. They now share the same courtroom and court staff with the Mina Town Court, Sherman Town Court, and Clymer Town Court. For any traffic related charges in French Creek, you can contact the Benjamin Goldman Law Office. Consultations are free.
The Benjamin Goldman Law Office
The Benjamin Goldman Law Office helps New York State and out-of-state motorists navigate the New York State Judiciary. New York law allows attorneys to appear in court on behalf of their clients. This means you can fight your ticket without having to leave home or take off from work. Our firm has assisted a large number of drivers facing traffic related charges in Chautauqua County. We are accepting new clients at this time and can take on your case in French Creek.
Points Reduced or Money Back Guarantee*
Our firm offers a Point Reduction or Money Back Guarantee*. This means we will issue a full refund of your legal fee if we are unable to reduce the points added to your license as a result of the ticket.
*Traffic tickets only. Does not apply to misdemeanors and felonies.