Spring Valley Texting While Driving Lawyer
New York law prohibits drivers from using hand-held electronic devices such as cell phones while driving. While many people do not recognize the seriousness of this law, violators could face serious consequences, including hefty fines and points added to their driving records. Simply paying the ticket is the same as pleading guilty and will result in those points being added to one's record; and, under New York law, accumulation of 11 points over an 18-month period could result in license suspension. Therefore, all traffic tickets should be carefully evaluated by an experienced traffic ticket lawyer to determine if the ticket can be contested and even dismissed.
I am attorney Reuven J. Epstein. I have extensive experience representing clients in traffic matters in New York and have successfully helped clients minimize or avoid the harsh consequences of distracted driving traffic violations, such as cell phone violations. To arrange a free consultation to discuss your ticket with an experienced Rockland County cell phone violation lawyer, contact me online or call 845-694-4522.
New York Enhances Penalties for Cell Phone Violations
New York is tough on violators of its cell phone laws. Effective July 12, 2011, New York law increased the penalty for using a hand-held cell phone, smart phone or other electronic device while driving. Penalties for a cell phone violation in New York could include:
- Fine of up to $150
- Mandatory surcharges and fees of $85
- Three traffic penalty points added to your driving record
With the exception of using an attached GPS device (or other affixed device) or calling for emergency help, you could be ticketed for ANY use of an electronic device, including holding a cell phone or other device while composing, sending or viewing e-mails or text messages, sending or viewing pictures, accessing or surfing the Internet, playing games or otherwise using a cell phone, smart phone, laptop or other electronic device.
New York Vehicle and Traffic Laws (VTL) containing cell phone and texting restrictions include VTL 1225-c (Use of Mobile Telephone) and VTL 1225-d (Use of Portable Electronic Devices).
Fight a Cell Phone Ticket — Spring Valley Texting While Driving Lawyer
If you have received a traffic ticket for violating New York's cell phone laws, it is important to talk with an experienced traffic attorney before paying the fine. I can work to negotiate a reduction of the ticket to a zero-point offense or evaluate if there are plausible reasons to get the ticket altogether dismissed. Given my experience with New York traffic court matters, I can help you reduce the consequences.
Contact my Spring Valley law firm for assistance in Rockland County or surrounding communities.
