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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Pro bono help needed for Woodbridge,NJ Traffic license suspension need all expunged who to call?

I have been homeless on and off. Trying to get back on my feet requiring a license for full time employment

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Mar 20, 2023

Unfortunately you cannot expunge traffic violations only criminal charges in NJ

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Real Estate Law, Traffic Tickets and Landlord - Tenant for New Jersey on
Q: Can police ticket you if you park in someone's spot at an apartment building without their consent?

I live in an apartment building across the street from a government building. People constantly park in residents spots for the apartment building and run across the street to the government building. Property Management says us residents have to call the local police department and have the cars... Read more »

Morris Leo Greb
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Morris Leo Greb
answered on Mar 4, 2023

Two issue. The first being is whether or not the landlord has posted the appropriate signage about improper parking. The second is whether the two lease spots are included in the lease. If so, you, you are entitled to quiet enjoyment. This places a burden on the Landlord's shoulders to monitor... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: I have a couple tickets that are over 20yrs old in NJ with a warrant for driving with out a dl or suspended I can pay

To get warrant dropped but they say I still have to go to court problem is I don't live in NJ anymore and I am a single father so not trying to get locked up

Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Feb 27, 2023

Most of the courts do things via zoom or courtcall and don't need in court appearance. If you are required to appear, we can request same by video conference due to your circumstances

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: I have a third time moving violation, using my cell phone while driving. Will my license be suspended? NJ

I was trying to recalibrate my Google maps. Phone was being weird and just as I made the decision to pull over, I got pulled over. I cannot lose my license - I’ll take points and paying a fine but I don’t have the option to lose my license right now…

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Feb 21, 2023

The judge always has the final say in what your sentence will be But you are facing with a 3rd or Greater Offense: Fine of Not Less than $600.00 or more than $800.00 plus up to 90 Days Drivers License Suspension and 3 Motor Vehicle Points. The key word is up to and thus the reason must people hire... Read more »

3 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Should I attend the virtual hearing myself or hire a lawyer?

The ticket was careless driving. I hit a railing and my friend was injured. Now I am contacting my insurance company. I don't know what this hearing is about. If I say something wrong at the hearing, will I take all the responsibility for this accident and then the insurance will not pay the... Read more »

Michael A. Smolensky
Michael A. Smolensky
answered on Feb 17, 2023

Calling an attorney to discuss your concerns is probably a good way to spend some time. It can help address concerns about an experience that is unfamiliar and which will be new. But I would hasten to add before making your choice of attorney, you ought to give this matter careful thought. The... Read more »

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Q: I have a car that is originally manufactured and sold in Ohio. It never had a front license plate bracket.

Do I have to add a front license plate if the car is now registered in NJ?

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jan 24, 2023

Yes it doesn't matter where a car is sold, it matters where the car is registered for license plate rules.

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: do I need lawyer if my company vehicle got ticket in Lincoln tunnel 32:154.2-apperance required
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jan 10, 2023

Unfortunately, Yes most courts will require a company to be represented by a lawyer in NJ. Most of us traffic tickets offer a free in office consultation where you can learn more.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Municipal Law for New Jersey on
Q: can i be charged for criminal trespassing if I was not even on private property when police arrived to my residence?

I injured my back while riding my atv and had to call an ambulance to get to the hospital since i couldn't drive. Police came to my home upon the call as they stated they needed to fill out a report for any type of accident called in via 911. The officers stated they were not issuing tickets... Read more »

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jan 10, 2023

Yes they can charge you even up to a year later for criminal cases in Municipal Court. That being said I would suggest hiring a lawyer you may have a defense in this case. Most of us criminal lawyers offer a free in office consultation, I would suggest that you set one up.

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Is it ok to ask a prosecutor to get my tickets move to another district if I feel the town may be racist?

Officer saw my good record and pleasantly came over and gave me 3 tickets for speeding. Unlawful operation and not obeying. Signs . He basically said I was speeding 3 different ways. After he complimented me for having no points

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jan 3, 2023

It never hurts to ask but it probably won't be done without some type of proof, just getting 3 tickets for the same offense is not that uncommon these days as cops tend to write more tickets as everything today is videoed. You may want to request that video.

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: I was driving from Atlantic City.Officer gave me 3 tickets. Speeding/unlawful operation/ endangering people or property?

Pleasant interaction I had no points/ had all my credentials/ why so may tickets for the one offense. Then told me to plea not guilty in court and fight it. Why pleasantly give me 3 tickets to tell me to go plead guilty. Why give me so many tickets in the first place.

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jan 1, 2023

Unlike in the past now that most interactions with police are recorded it is rare to get a warning and not a ticket if you committed the offense as they don't want to seem like they are giving one person and a ticket and not another. In your case if the officer has you on video violating 3... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: First offense parked at a handicapped parking space? How much is the fine?
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 18, 2022

It Depends, but in General, if you are charged with 39:4-197 a first offense is punishable with a fine of $250 and subsequent offense generally has a fine of at least $250 and up to 90 days of community service and you will generally get that community service in most courts.

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: How much is the fine for violation 39:4-1380?
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 18, 2022

If your talking about what the fine is for39:4-138 its generally $55.00 plus court costs if any for payable tickets.

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: How much notice does a NJ traffic court need to give of an upcoming court case?

I am a defendant in a NJ traffic court and the court has consistently failed to send correspondance to my proper address, despite updating the address with them multiple times. As a result all correspondance (including potentially answers to discovery requests, discovery requests which were sent... Read more »

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 16, 2022

For many courts, they will only send court notices and other information to the address that NJ MVC has on record for you. So you need to update it with them that may be your problem.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: Can two vehicle license suspensions take place at the same time?

I received a suspension which will begin on December 22nd for 110 days, but another suspension is set to begin for 150 days on January 1st, 2023. Does this mean they will happen at the same time?

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 16, 2022

The best party to answer this question is either the court you got the suspensions in, the MVC or your lawyer who handled your suspension case as we do not know enough information to properly answer your question.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: What if I was at a yellow light and a car was turning left and i went around them on the right before it turned red ?
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 13, 2022

We would need much more information to determine the answer to your question, please re-write and post, but it could be improper passing.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: A state trooper pulled my son over in a single lane with a double line, when the state trooper did not have his light on

The trooper did not have his lights on and was pulled onto the shoulder and gave my son a ticket for failing to change lanes for emergency vehicle. He stated my son had a big truck and if someone was on the side of the road fixing their tire he would’ve hit them. My son states he was only... Read more »

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 10, 2022

Yes you can fight any ticket and no a cop does not have to have a light on to track you or pull you over in the State of New Jersey. As for your question about your ticket we would need to know the summons number to properly answer your question but in generally failure to pull over to an... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Jersey on
Q: 39:4-97 - Received a Ticket saying this offense, What is the impact. I plead guilty
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Dec 9, 2022

The impact depends on whether the ticket has a mandatory court appearance or if it has a pay by date on the ticket. If a pay by date on the ticket your looking at a fine and 2 points on your license and increased insurance costs. If it has a mandatory court appearance on the ticket your looking... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Immigration Law for New Jersey on
Q: My friend was given a ticket for driving with fictitious plates. He is undocumented. Should he plea online?

He was also given a ticket for lack of supervision of permit holder.

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Nov 22, 2022

He should speak with a lawyer to see what his best options are we are not allowed to give specific legal advise on this website, plus we don't know the facts of his case to do this even if we were allowed to.

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2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for New Jersey on
Q: warning for offense 39:4-32 pedestrian crossing roadway signals

if you receive a warning in new jersey for failing to stop for a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk will that increase your auto insurance rates. Not a ticket but a warning. I have a camera in my car and the video shows nothing except a cop waving to turn left. Can I contest this ?

Michael A. Smolensky
Michael A. Smolensky
answered on Nov 17, 2022

A ticket filed in the municipal court is required before direct and collateral consequences become an issue. If a police officer gives only a warning, then the court, motor vehicle commission, and insurance company should not find out about the encounter.

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