Failure to Observe Traffic Signal

Failure to Observe Traffic Signal Ticket (N.J.S.A. 39:4-81)

“The driver of every vehicle, the motorman of every street car and every pedestrian shall obey the instructions of any official traffic control device applicable thereto, placed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, unless otherwise directed by a traffic or police officer.”

If you are found guilty, or plead guilty, to Failure to Observe Traffic Signal, the Motor Vehicle Commission will automatically add two (2) points to your driving record. In addition, there is a fine of $85 associated with this ticket. There is also exposure to up to fifteen (15) days in state prison, though this is a rare penalty that is enforced. In addition to these penalties, your insurance company can issue their own “insurance points” for their records and potentially raise your insurance rates or charge you a surcharge.

Although a failure to observe a traffic signal ticket is a common moving violation, it still may have serious consequences. If you were given a New Jersey failure to observe a traffic signal ticket, you should contact Adam Wiseberg, Esq. at (201) 870-1036 for a free consultation. Adam Wiseberg has years of experience representing clients that have been pulled over and ticketed for failing to observe a traffic signal, as well as almost all other traffic violations. Adam Wiseberg will work to limit your fine and point exposure.