Points for NJ Speeding Tickets
Here are a few examples of the points you will receive for speeding in New Jersey:
- 1 to 14 MPH over speed limit = 2 points
- 15 to 29 MPH over speed limit = 4 points
- 30 MPH or more over speed limit = 5 points
Speeding is the leading cause of car accidents so law enforcement takes it very seriously. In New Jersey you can receive a speeding ticket from a variety of law enforcement agencies including the New Jersey State Police, a county sheriff or city police departments.
Click Here for full information: www.njpoints.com The site also includes a link to a defensive driving course which is one way that you can remove points on your license.
Applicants for a New Jersey driver’s license must answer whether they’re aware of the dangers of failing to follow traffic laws under a law signed by New Jersey Acting Gov. Kim Guadagno.
Guadagno signed the legislation on Aug. 4 in Randolph.
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Author: admin // Category:
Fines,
School Bus Laws,
Violations
As America’s children head back to school this September, the roadways will once again be full of school buses picking up and dropping off children. During the school year it is very important that every driver knows the laws their state sets for how to safely and legally interact with a school bus. Below is some information on New Jersey’s laws and a link on the bottom will take you to the full page:
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A driver on a highway approaching or overtaking a bus used solely for the transportation of children to and from school, any school activity, or summer day camp must stop not less than 25 feet from the bus when the bus has stopped to receive or discharge any passengers. The driver may not proceed until all children have entered the bus or have alighted and reached the side of the highway, or until the flashing red lights have stopped.
Do not pass or closely approach a school bus with flashing red lights.
State law requires that motorists stop at least 25 feet away if traveling on a two-lane road, or on a multi-lane highway where lanes are only separated by lines, or on a privately maintained road.
Slow down to 10 mph if traveling on a dual highway, if on the opposite side of a safety island or a raised median.
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Click here to find out about the full law and penalties:
www.newjerseytrafficlawcenter.com
