East Orange, New Jersey is the most populated of the Oranges located in Essex County, New Jersey. With almost 70,000 residents, the town has an active economy of its own, as well as a large number of residents who commute to surrounding areas including Newark and New York City. East Orange is also less than 8 miles from Newark International Airport. To add to the town's convenience, the Garden State Parkway and Interstate 280 both meet within the town's boundaries. Due to the frequent traveling and commuting in the area, speeding tickets are often issued in East Orange.
If you have been charged with a speeding offense in East Orange, New Jersey, it is important to consult with a New Jersey speeding ticker lawyer. The law firm of Bramnick, Rodriguez, Mitterhoff, Grabas & Woodruff regularly represents clients in East Orange Municipal Court for speeding or traffic violations. Our criminal attorneys have many years of experience handling speeding infractions. Case Woodruff, Robert Rowbotham and Gary Grabas are former prosecutors. Jon Bramnick is a Certified Civil Trial Lawyer with over 30 years of trial experience.
In New Jersey, the penalties for speeding are severe. In addition to a potential loss of license and heavy fines, persons convicted of speeding may have points assessed to their driving record by New Jersey Motor Vehicle Services. Many times, those with points assessed to their driving record face higher insurance premiums.
Speeding Violation Point Assessment
|
Speed Over the Limit |
Points |
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+1 – 14 MPH |
2 |
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+15 – 29 MPH |
4 |
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+30 MPH or more |
5 |
In addition to the assessment of points, you can receive up to a $200 fine. If the offense occurred in certain State-protected zones or on a 65 MPH highway, the amount of the fine will double. Furthermore, offenders can face up to 15 days in jail.
Free Consultations Available – East Orange Speeding Ticket Lawyer
(908) 322-7000
If you would like to speak with one of the firm's criminal attorneys to discuss a speeding violation, you can reach us at (908) 322-7000. We offer free initial consultations and are available 24 hours a day. The firm has offices in nearby Newark, New Jersey.
