I think you have a pretty good defense due to the fact that the officer did not observe the alleged offense. In New York this is...

What happens if I don't show up for a summons?

Sounds like this ticket was issued in New York City. If so, and if it is a pink-colored ticket, then you definitely should answer this ticket. ...

Does the officer need to let you know of your violation before writing the actual ticket?

No. He doesn't even have to tell you after he write the ticket either. He just has to hand you the ticket. Nevertheless, there are various other...

Plead not guilty. In New York City, you get the same points and roughly the same fine if you plead guilty or if you lose after trial. So why not...

What do I do about a 4yr old summons?

There is no statute of limitations (or speedy trial rights) for a New York traffic ticket. There sound like there are other ways to attack this...

The officer who wote me a speeding ticket in 5/05 retired. Town attorney has requested pre-trial meeting. Is ticket still valid?

The ticket remains valid but your chances of winning at trial are high. Unless the court gets the officer to appear (even though he is retired),...

This is a 4 point ticket and can result in your insurance increasing (even with an otherwise clean record). We therefore recommend that you fight....

Can I just pay the fine and not have the points added to my license? Or at least reduce the points being added?

The adult seat belt ticket doesn't carry points. The traffic sign and red light tickets carry 2 and 3 points respectively. You may be able to get...

Should I ple guilty and pay the fine and gets points on my license?

This charge carries 3 points and could hurt your insurance rates. We recommend, therefore, fighting this ticket. Feel free to discuss how we can...

There is no "plea of abeyance" in New York. You (or your attorney) should plead not guilty and appear for a conference. You should likely be...