Vehicle Inspection Ticket Defense

Summary

If you received a ticket for an uninspected vehicle in New York but got it inspected within 30 days, you might be able to plead not guilty. However, the court has the discretion to still find you guilty of the violation at the time of the ticket issuance. Ensure you have documentation proving the inspection date relative to the ticket date.

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Did you receive any documentation proving your vehicle was inspected after receiving the ticket?
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Can you provide the date of the inspection in relation to the date of the ticket issuance?
In NY, if you can prove your vehicle was inspected within 30 days of the ticket, you may be able to plead not guilty.
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Can you please clarify the date you received the ticket and the date your vehicle was inspected?
Why can you only may be able to plead not guilty
The "may" refers to the court's discretion. Even if you've complied post-ticket, the court can still find you guilty of the violation at the time.