What to do if I received my first 2 speeding tickets within the same month but in 2 different locations?
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What to do if I received my first 2 speeding tickets within the same month but in 2 different locations?
The first one I plead not guilty to and is being handled through a traffic diversion due to the fact that it is my first offense. As a result, the 6 points I would have gotten on my license will be overlooked. However, I am unsure as to how to handle the second one. Is it best to attend the court date given on the ticket and hire a lawyer to explain the situation hoping to receive a plea bargain, plead not guilty via mail and receive a new court date, or call up the court apologizing and hoping they will settle a plea bargain?
Asked on October 23, 2012 under Criminal Law, New York
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Given the fact that you received a second speeding ticket within a relatively short time of receiving the first where you will not be eligible for traffic diversion, I siggest that the best way to try and resolve this second ticket is to retain an attorney and attend the court hearing to try and resolve the matter the best way you can short of trial.
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