NYS speeding tickets

[rara64]

What is the name of your state? New York State

I've gotten a speeding ticket in the New York State around the Buffalo area for travelling at 78mph in a 55mph zone. The ticket does not show how much fine and demerit points they will charge me. Instead, I would need to fill out a form indicating whether or not I plea guilty. If I do then they will send me the charges and I'll pay it. If I plea not guilty, then I'll have to go to court.

I would like to know how much would the fine be if I plea guilty?
And if I plea not guilty, go to court and got denied, would there be any additional charges?

 

[lwpat]

That's how it works in NY. Normally your best option is to plead not guilty and then try to talk to the ADA and get a reduction prior to your court date. That could be awhile since some NY courts are up to a year behind.

 

[snostar]

Your best bet is to show up for the appearance date. You will likely be offered the chance to plead guilty to lesser speed, which means a lower fine and less points.