Speeding & Traffic Ticket Lawyer for
Columbia County, New York

Columbia County, New York

Columbia County is a county in the Hudson Valley Region of New York State. The northern part of the county is close to Albany and as such it is also considered part of the Capital District region. , Columbia County’s population was roughly 60,700. The county covers six hundred and forty-eight square miles. It was formed in 1786 and named after Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer credited with “discovering” America. Columbia County consists of eighteen towns and one city, Hudson, which also acts as the county “seat”.

Traffic Tickets in Columbia County

Columbia County’s busiest courts are found along the Taconic State Parkway. As it is a “parkway” the speed limit cannot exceed 55 miles per hour. Since most other highways have a 65 mph speed limit, motorists often do not adjust properly. A very high number of speeding tickets are issued daily on the Taconic for motorists clocked in the 75-85 mph range.

Another highway in Columbia County is Interstate 90 (New York State Thruway). The I-90 runs northeast and southwest across the northern part of the county. Taking it northbound will bring you to Albany. Taking it southbound will bring you to Springfield, Massachusetts. The interstate is patrolled by the New York State Police. The speed limit on I-90 is 65 miles per hour. Other noteworthy roadways in Columbia County include New York State Route 22 (NYS-22) and US Route 9 (US-9). The US-9 runs north and south through the county’s mid-section, and continues into the neighboring counties. NYS-22 runs north and south as well, along the northeast town line.

The local roads are monitored by local police departments. If there is no police department present, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Department provides law enforcement services. They issue tickets made answerable to many courts, just like the state police. The court you must submit your plea to will be listed on the ticket.

Benjamin Goldman Law Office P. C.

If you were cited with a traffic infraction in Columbia County, you can get in touch with the Benjamin Goldman Law Office. We have been defending motorists with citations in Columbia County for a long time. Our attorneys are often able to obtain dramatic reductions or dismissal for our clients.

The Benjamin Goldman Law Office deals with traffic violations almost exclusively. We endeavor to provide our clients with the optimal customer service while diligently pursuing the best disposition for their case.

Retaining an attorney to reduce your violation can potentially save you thousands of dollars in the long run. Insurance companies base their quotes on your driving record. A pristine record goes a long way with keeping premiums low.

Our services cost a one-time flat legal fee. The legal fee will cover your case from start to finish. The Benjamin Goldman Law Office offers a complimentary consultation to all. Feel free to reach out to us at any time.

List of Justice Courts in Columbia County, New York

Below is a list of all the Justice Courts we service in Columbia County.