New York StateTraffic Law FAQ
What can happen if I get a speeding ticket in New York State?
This is often the first question you ask if you get pulled over, whether you're in Buffalo, Rochester or Jamestown: what is going to happen? Speeding tickets are more than an inconvenience - they can seriously impact your wallet, and your ability to drive.
In New York State, you can lose your license when you accumulate 10 points or more - even more can land you in jail. So be careful. Here are the point scales for various speeding violations:
New York Speeding Violation Chart
- 1 - 10 mph over speed limit 3 points
- 11 - 20 mph over speed limit 4 points
- 21 - 30 mph over speed limit 6 points
- 31 - 40 mph over speed limit 8 points
- 41+ mph over speed limit 11 points
Get caught speeding? Don't be caught off guard. Call Thomas Trbovich, and possibly have your violation points reduced and protect your driving record.


