Law Office of Randy S. Alpert | Queens | Nassau | Criminal & Traffic Attorney

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Law Office of Randy S. Alpert | Queens | Nassau | Criminal & Traffic Attorney
646-902-1016
Queens Criminal Defense Attorney Fighting For You

Queens NY Traffic Ticket Attorney

Forest Hills Reckless Driving Defense Lawyer

Former Queens County Prosecutor | More Than 35 Years Of Experience

If you have received a traffic ticket or you have been arrested for a traffic violation like DWI or reckless driving, contact an experienced traffic violations defense attorney at the Law Office of Randy S. Alpert. With office locations in Forest Hills, Valley Stream and Central Islip, we represent clients throughout the New York metro area in Queens, Nassau County and Suffolk County. In most instances, our office can represent you in court without you even having to be there.

We handle a wide range of traffic matters, including:

Our goal is to resolve your case in a manner that helps you minimize points or avoid points altogether. Contact us online today for a free consultation or call 646-902-1016.

Traffic Violations In New York

New York has a point system for traffic violations. If you receive too many points, you can face severe penalties, including a lengthy driver’s license suspension. The best way to protect your rights and your driving privileges is to aggressively fight each traffic ticket.

Points that may result from a traffic violation include:

  • Speeding Ticket: 3 to 11 points, depending on speed
  • Reckless Driving: 5 points
  • Cell Phone: 5 points
  • Failure to Stop for a School Bus: 8 points
  • Tailgating/Following Too Closely: 4 points
  • Improper Lane Change/Improper Passing: 3 points
  • Failure to Obey a Traffic Sign or Traffic Signal: 2 points

We will attempt to resolve your case in a manner so that you receive no points or as few points as possible. Whether your case is resolved by trial or by plea agreement, we will work diligently to seek the best possible outcome on your behalf.

Our founding attorney, Randy S. Alpert, is a former Assistant District Attorney for Queens County. Attorney Alpert has more than 35 years of criminal law experience. He has defended thousands of clients against traffic citations and criminal charges.

How The 11-Point And ‘Three-Strike’ Rules Work In New York

Accumulating 11 points on a driving record within an 18-month window triggers an automatic driver’s license suspension by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NY DMV).

The DMV calculates this 18-month period based on the date of the traffic violation rather than the date of the court conviction. The point values to each moving violation range from two points for minor offenses to 11 points for high-speed tickets.

New York also enforces a strict “Three-Strike” speeding rule separate from the total point count. Receiving three speeding convictions for violations committed within the same 18-month period results in a mandatory license revocation of at least six months.

Attorney Alpert handles traffic ticket cases in the Queens North and South Traffic Violations Bureaus (TVB) and local traffic courts.

The Hidden DMV Penalty: The Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) Fee

Accumulating six or more points on a New York driving record within an 18-month period triggers a mandatory driver responsibility assessment (DRA) fee imposed directly by the NY DMV.

This assessment is a separate financial penalty that drivers must pay in addition to court fines, local surcharges and auto insurance rate increases.

The base DRA fee costs $300, billed at $100 per year for three consecutive years for six accumulated points. Every single point accumulated beyond the six-point threshold adds an extra $75 ($25 per year for three years). Failing to pay the annual assessment causes the NY DMV to suspend your driver’s license automatically.

Our law firm will work to dismiss citations or reduce their point totals below the six-point trigger in order to prevent these recurring state assessments.

How Traffic Tickets Impact CDL Holders

Commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders in New York face stricter point structures, severe disqualification periods and mandatory, job-threatening penalties for traffic citations.

A conviction for a “serious traffic violation” – including speeding 15 mph or more over the limit, reckless driving or improper lane changes – directly jeopardizes a commercial driver’s livelihood.

Receiving two serious traffic violation convictions arising from separate incidents within a three-year period results in a mandatory 60-day CDL disqualification. A third conviction within three years results in a mandatory 120-day disqualification.

Federal and New York State regulations prohibit courts and the DMV from masking convictions or using point-reduction/diversion programs to hide traffic violations from a commercial driver’s record. These convictions also penalize the employer by damaging their “compliance, safety, accountability” (CSA) safety scores.

Attorney Alpert provides aggressive defense representation for commercial drivers in Queens, Nassau County and Suffolk County to keep their professional licenses valid and clear.

Frequently Asked Questions About Traffic Tickets In New York

Since traffic violations in New York can result in unexpected financial and administrative issues that can affect you for years, accurate information is essential. Below, our attorney speaks to some of the most common concerns that often arise to help you understand your situation.

How does a traffic ticket or violation affect my car insurance?

Insurance companies regularly review driving histories, and a conviction can sharply increase premiums for as long as 36 months. Even a single moving violation may cause an insurer to classify a driver as “high risk,” which leads to significant rate changes. Because insurers rely heavily on conviction data, avoiding points or reducing the charge is an important way to protect long‑term insurance costs.

We focus on reducing or eliminating points whenever possible to help you avoid unnecessary premium increases. This approach helps preserve stable insurance rates and reduces the financial impact of a traffic violation.

Do I have to go to court for a New York traffic ticket?

Possibly. Many traffic cases require a court appearance, but New York drivers often do not need to attend personally when represented by counsel. Our attorney can usually appear on behalf of the client, negotiate with the prosecutor and address all procedural requirements. This allows you to avoid missing work or traveling long distances and still pursue the strongest available outcome.

Attorney Alpert knows how to manage your case in a way that helps reduce court appearances and streamline the process. We give each case careful attention without placing additional burdens on the driver.

What happens to out-of-state drivers who get a traffic ticket in New York?

Many drivers on New York roads live in nearby states such as New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. However, they can still receive a New York traffic ticket. A conviction will become a part of the driver’s record in New York. Additionally, many home states impose their own consequences based on that information.

Out‑of‑state drivers are also responsible for the New York DMV Driver Responsibility Assessment fee when they reach six points in 18 months, even without a New York license. These penalties can follow the driver home and create insurance or licensing issues. Legal representation helps reduce these risks and protects the driver’s long‑term record.

Contact Us

To speak with a Forest Hills traffic violations lawyer or criminal defense attorney about your case, contact the Law Office of Randy S. Alpert at 646-902-1016. Hablamos español.