The best way to avoid fighting traffic tickets is to avoid getting them. Traffic tickets are a real pain in the neck. They can also be extremely costly. In fact too many traffic tickets can damage you insurance rates, and even cause you to lose your driver’s license. Some common sense and the correct behavior can go a long way in saving you from suffering this fate.

First and foremost, when you see the blue lights flashing behind you, and/or hear the siren, which ever happens first, pull over. Never pretend that you think they are following someone else. Remember, failure to yield to a police vehicle (even if they are following someone else) pretty much will guarantee you a ticket. Use common sense about where to pull over. Do not stop in the middle of an intersection, for example. Find a safe spot, signal that you are exiting the road, and pull over. Now, put on the hazard lights. This will show your concern for the safety of other vehicles on the road.

Shut the radio off immediately. Even if it is your favorite oldies song that they almost never play, do not just turn it down. Anything which seems like it may have distracted from your driving could result in getting a ticket.

Have the window open before the officer gets to the vehicle. Always keep your body and your hands still until you are asked for the license and registration. If you do not have them in hand, ask before reaching for them. Indicate where they are, and reach for them only when told to do so. More than a few people have created huge problems by making a police officer question what they were reaching for…

Whatever you do, stay seated in the vehicle with the doors kept closed. Do not allow any passengers to attempt to exit the vehicle. Otherwise, this will certainly be taken as an aggressive gesture.

Most police officers will begin by asking you if you know why you have been stopped. The answer to this question is never yes. This is unless the car is on fire… Always allow the officer to tell you why you have been stopped. Be apologetic for the situation. If you are stilled issued a ticket, do not simply pay it, plead not guilty. Keep in mind that the longer you can delay the court date, the better your chances are of winning by default. Do not lie if you must go to court. Have a concrete explanation as to why you are not guilty.

Most importantly, if you want to get out of this traffic ticket, be polite, sensible, and considerate to the officer.

Fight New Jersey traffic ticket, avoid losing any points which will cause increase in your insurance payment.

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