Q: Hi I am 17 years old with a first time citation for driving 95 mph what should I do?
This is my first time being pulled over for speeding. My first time being charged with a misdemeanor. On the citation it doesn't say I have a ticket with a fee it says I am being charged with a misdemeanor and I only have a New York juniors license.
A: You need an attorney. Assuming the charge of 95 was in a 70, that's 25 over and you are at the threshold of where just one more mile would have put you in an incredibly bad spot. Likely a PJC may be the best way to go if your attorney can convince a judge to give it to such a young driver but there may be other options. If your address on the ticket is correct you will likely be getting a crap ton of letters from local traffic attorneys. Normally I say pick the cheapest one but in your case you need a skilled an respected traffic attorney so shop around and make the best choice you can afford. best of luck - and don't speed. It's dangerous.
A: You also want to look into how a conviction from NC will transfer in to your home state. That may guide your attorney in NC as to what avenue they want to proceed under. I am pretty sure NY like most states has different rules for younger drivers. I agree you want to find a skilled attorney to get you the best result possible.
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