I just got a speeding ticket in Lewis County, New York — what do I do now?
Q: What should I do first?
A: Start by carefully reading the ticket and following the instructions. In most cases, you should enter a plea of not guilty so you have the opportunity to fight the charge. Before you respond, it’s wise to speak with a traffic ticket attorney that has experience in Lewis County. You can call our office at (845) 391-3615 for a free consultation.
Q: What happens if I ignore the ticket?
A: Ignoring a speeding ticket is the worst choice you can make. If you fail to answer the ticket on time, you could:
- Have your driver’s license suspended or revoked
- Be found guilty in your absence
- Face years of increased insurance premiums
- Be required to pay a mandatory $300 driver assessment fee
Lewis County, New York
Not to be confused with the town of Lewis in Essex County, New York
Lewis County is a county in upstate New York. It is part of the North Country region, which covers the entire northern area of New York. More locally it is considered part of the Tug Hill region. This refers to the area between the Adirondack Mountains to the east and Lake Ontario to the west. It is most known for its prolific snowfalls. Lewis County is mostly rural and is the fourth least populous county in New York State., it was home to around 26,300 residents. The county consists of seventeen towns. It does not have a city. The largest municipality is the village of Lowville.
Traffic Tickets in Lewis County
Traffic tickets in Lewis County usually come from the highways. In the northern part of the county, New York State Route 3 (NYS-3)passes through heading northeast and southwest. It runs through Harrisville and Diana. The main highway that serves the middle part of Lewis County is New York State Route 12 (NYS-12). It heads northwest and southeast along the Black River. It passes directly through Lowville. Taking NYS-12 north will eventually bring you to the city of Watertown. In the village of Lowville, NYS-12 meets New York State Route 26 (NYS-26). From the village, NYS-26 heads north-northwest through Denmark. NYS-26 leads you to West Carthage and Carthage.
The roads in Lewis County are patrolled by both the New York State Police and the Lewis County Sheriff’s Department. Most of the violations are issued for speeding on the highways. Some other local tickets include stop sign and cell phone related tickets. Tickets issued for driving with a suspended license are issued frequently as well.
Benjamin Goldman Law Office
If you were issued a ticket in Lewis County, you may want to speak with an attorney. Having an attorney look over your situation will clear up any confusion you may have regarding your charges. The Benjamin Goldman Law Office offers complimentary consultations that do just that. We are a traffic ticket law firm that his been in existence since 2011. Our staff is familiar with the relevant Vehicle & Traffic Law statutes. We are ready, willing, and able to take on your case in Lewis County. In all likelihood, we can save you money in the short run and the long run.