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Improper Turn Ticket lawyer in Queens & NYS
If you received an improper turn ticket in Queens or NYS and are looking for a lawyer, My Tickets NYC can help. Let’s start by defining what is an improper turn according to New York State Law. Below are the required positions and method of turning at intersections according to ss1160:
Right turns. Both the approach for a right turn and a right turn shall be made as close as practicable to the right hand curb or edge of the roadway or, where travel on the shoulder or slope has been authorized, from the shoulder or slope.
Left turns on two-way roadways. At any intersection where traffic is permitted to move in both directions on each roadway entering the intersection, an approach for a left turn shall be made in that portion of the right half of the roadway nearest the center line thereof and by passing to the right of such center line where it enters the intersection, and after entering the intersection the left turn shall be made so as to leave the intersection to the right of the center line of the roadway being entered. Whenever practicable the left turn shall be made in that portion of the intersection to the left of the center of the intersection.
U-turns. Where permitted, U-turns shall be made from and to that portion of the highway nearest the marked center line. Where more than one lane of a highway has been designated for left turns, U-turns shall be made only from the lane so designated that is adjacent to the marker center line.
Signaling for a turn. Drivers must signal their intent to turn at least 100 feet prior to making the turn. They must either use the direction signal in the car or, if that is not working, use the proper hand signals for either a right or left turn.
What Are the Points, Fines, and Surcharges for Improper Turn Tickets in Queens & New York?
In Queens and throughout NYS a ticket for an improper turn carries 2 points. Additionally, if convicted, you will receive a fine of $138. If you have more than 6 points on your license you will receive an annual surcharge from NYS called DRAP. Every insurance company is different and the increase will be determined by your driving record as well as your company’s policy towards improper turn tickets.
Can My Tickets NYC Help Me With an Improper Turn Ticket in Queens or NYS?
My Tickets NYC has a superb track record of being able to successfully defend their clients and often get a ticket for an improper turn dismissed. Their lawyers are going to want to know all of the details about the ticket. Where was the officer who ticketed you? Were they on a side street? Was their vision impaired? Were they driving in very close proximity of you or were they many cars back? They will want to know everything in order to develop the best defense for you with the goal of having the ticket dismissed. In more severe cases, where this may be impossible, they will work to have the ticket reduced so that it will have the least impact on your driving privileges, insurance rates and pocketbook. If you have received a ticket for an improper turn anywhere in Queens or NY contact the lawyers at My Tickets NYC at 917-426-2WIN (2946) or complete the e-mail form – they can help!