NY VTL Traffic Ticket – Case Flow

NY VTL Traffic Ticket – Case Flow

Click any title for details. Royal blue = general steps. Tracks are color-coded.

Quick Layout Note

Steps 1–4 happen first. Then the case proceeds through court processes. Depending on the court, the path may split into Plea by Mail vs Court Appearance. All branches converge at Disposition and then Compliance/Payment.

Ticket Intake & Setup
1. Traffic Stop
Driver is stopped by law enforcement.
2. Ticket Issued (VTL)
Ticket lists charge(s), court, and deadline.
3. Contact & Hire Us
Sign fee agreement + payment; we review your ticket and deadlines.
4. What You Need to Do
Plea not guilty + sign + certified mail; send us a copy.
5. Court Process Options
A) Plea by Mail or B) Appearance in Court (depends on the court).
6. File NOA & Waiver
We send the waiver you signed and our Notice of Appearance to the court.
Court Paths
Your path depends on the specific court. Both paths typically involve conferring with the prosecutor and seeking a favorable outcome.
7A-1
Plea by Mail
Request PBM → confer with prosecutor → acceptance → fine.
7B-1
Court Appearance
Appear in court → confer with prosecutor → court acceptance → fine imposed.
8A-2
Request PBM
We request PBM, complete forms, and submit to court.
8B-2
Appearance / Conferences
We appear at pretrial conferences on your behalf; may require more than one appearance.
9. Court Decision / Disposition
All branches converge here. The court issues its ruling.
10. Compliance / Payment
Pay fines / complete conditions.

1. Traffic Stop

A traffic case begins when law enforcement stops a driver and investigates the alleged violation.

2. Ticket Issued (VTL)

The ticket usually lists charge(s), the court information, and a deadline for your response.

3. Contact & Hire Us

We review your ticket, deadlines, and goals, then plan the best approach for your situation.

4. What You Need to Do

Step 1: Select “Not Guilty” and sign the plea section of the ticket.

Step 2: Mail the plea by certified mail to the Clerk listed on the ticket and provide us a copy.

5. Court Process Options

Depending on the court, your case may proceed as a Plea by Mail process or require an Appearance in Court.

6. File NOA & Waiver

We submit the waiver you signed and our Notice of Appearance to the court to begin representation.

7A-1. Plea by Mail

If the court allows Plea by Mail, we pursue that option and confer with the prosecutor regarding resolution and fine.

7B-1. Court Appearance

If an appearance is required, you may need to appear in court. We confer with the prosecutor and seek a favorable reduction or resolution.

8A-2. Request Plea by Mail

We request Plea by Mail, complete any required forms, and submit them to the court for review.

8B-2. Appearance / Conferences

We appear at pretrial conferences on your behalf and confer with the prosecution for a favorable reduction or resolution. Some cases may require more than one appearance.

9. Court Decision / Disposition

Regardless of the path taken, the case ultimately reaches a disposition where the court issues its ruling.

10. Compliance / Payment

You complete the final requirements—payment of any fines and completion of any conditions ordered by the court.