The Consequences of Speeding in New Jersey | What to Know

The Consequences of Speeding in New Jersey | What to Know

Speeding is the cause of a lot of car accidents. As a result, New Jersey takes speeding very seriously. Speeding tickets are issued often, and they can rack up points on your license and expensive fines. If you have received a speeding ticket, you may be wondering if it is worth fighting. Read on to learn more about what to do if you have received a speeding ticket in New Jersey.

What is the New Jersey Point System?

When a person is pulled over for speeding, they may be issued a ticket. When this happens, it can result in certain consequences. This can include acquiring points on the individual’s driving record. In the state of New Jersey, the following point system is implemented depending on the speed of the driver:

  • 1-14 miles over the posted speed limit: 2-point violation
  • 15-30 miles over the posted speed limit: 4-point violation
  • 30 miles or more over the posted speed limit: 5-point violation
  • If you are issued a ticket in excess of 30 miles per hour, you may be subject to a reckless driving ticket.

It is important to note that, when you are issued points, your insurance premiums go up. This means you could pay for your mistake for years to come. 

If you were to accumulate 6 or more points on your license within 3 years, you may have to pay additional fees. If you accumulate 12 or more points on your license, your license can be suspended.

What is the Cost of a New Jersey Speeding Ticket?

In addition to points on a license, the driver will also be required to pay a fine. The amount that is owed in the fine can vary depending on the speed at which they were found traveling. This can include the following:

  • Speeding by 1-9 mph: $85
  • Speeding 10-14 mph: $95
  • Speeding by 15-19 mph: $105
  • Speeding by 20-24 mph: $200
  • Speeding by 25-29 mph: $220
  • Speeding by 30-34 mph: $240
  • Speeding by 35-39 mph: $260

What Do I Do if I Got a Speeding Ticket?

As you can see, speeding tickets can be expensive and have a large financial impact on an individual. As a result, you may want to reach out to a traffic violations attorney. A traffic violations attorney will work to lower your fines and points. If you have received a speeding ticket in New Jersey, reach out to our firm today. We will fight your ticket and explore all avenues of defense.

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