Jefferson County, New York
Not to be confused with the town of Jefferson in Schoharie County, New York.
Jefferson is the name of a county in upstate New York. It is part of the North Country region. The international border between the US and Canada forms the northern county line. Lake Ontario forms the western border of the county. The area is known for its prolific winter snowfalls. It is one of largest counties in the state, covering a total area of 1, 857 square miles. Jefferson County encompasses twenty-two towns and one city named Watertown. Jefferson County was named after Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States., the county was home to approximately 115,546 residents.
Traffic Tickets in Jefferson County
Most traffic tickets in Jefferson County stem from Interstate 81. The I-81 is an interstate highway that runs through several states before reaching its northern terminus at the Canadian border. It runs north through the county before turning west and heading right into the Thousand Islands Border Crossing. Traffic stops on the I-81 are conducted by New York State Police. Most citations issued on the I-81 are for speeding violations. The speed limit is 65 miles per hour. Canadian motorists are often ensnared when they fail to adjust from kilometers per hour. Other busy roads in the county include I-781, US Route 11 (US-11), and New York State Routes 3, 3A, 12, 12E, 12F, 26, 37, and 180. Off the highway, traffic stops can also be conducted by local police or Jefferson County Sheriffs.
For any traffic infraction in Jefferson County, it is prudent that you contact a traffic lawyer before you take action. New York State traffic tickets can be costly with high fines and increased insurance rates. If handled properly, motorists can avoid these costly consequences. Your charges can be disputed without you appearing personally in court and without presenting a defense to the allegations. You can contact the Benjamin Goldman Law Office to find out more information. Our law firm provides free consultations to anyone charged with a traffic infraction.
Benjamin Goldman Law Office
The Benjamin Goldman Law Office is a New York State law firm that focuses on traffic ticket defense. Our firm opened in 2011 and since then we have been practicing Traffic Law almost exclusively. The attorneys at the Benjamin Goldman Law Office diligently pursue the optimal result for its clients. We have successfully resolved many cases for motorists facing serious charges in Jefferson County. Our firm is currently accepting new clients and will be glad to consider your case. If you have any questions regarding your ticket or what our services entail, feel free to reach out to us through phone, email, or website submission form. We look forward to speaking with you.
List of Justice Courts in Jefferson County, New York
Below is a list of all the Justice Courts we service in Jefferson County.