At Arpino Law, we are always committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. Recently, we had the privilege of representing a client charged with violating NY VTL 1225-D1, which prohibits using a mobile phone while driving. This case was pending in the Tarrytown Village Justice Court, and our client was facing 5 points on their driving record.
We initially engaged in negotiations with the traffic prosecutor to explore a reduction in points. While the prosecutor offered a reduction from 5 points to 2 points, our firm knows that sometimes accepting the first offer isn’t in the client’s best interest. Having handled numerous traffic cases, we maintain a comprehensive database through Clio, our case management system, which tracks the appearance history of individual police officers, including state troopers, at trial.
Through this database, we knew the trooper who issued this ticket had a history of not appearing for trials. Armed with this knowledge, we advised our client to proceed with a trial, rather than accept the reduced points.
On the day of the trial, as we anticipated, the trooper did not appear, and the court dismissed the ticket entirely. This result saved our client from any points on their driving record and avoided fines, demonstrating the importance of thorough case management and strategic decision-making.
If you’re facing a traffic violation, don’t settle for less than what your case deserves. Contact our office today to explore your options and let us help you navigate the process.