What are some differences in traffic convictions?
A conviction of speeding as low as 1 mph over the limit in a 55 mph zone carries 3 driver license points and will result in either a 45% insurance surcharge or no insurance increase at all, depending on the drivers prior record. Meanwhile, conviction of Exceeding a Safe Speed carries only 2 license points but will always result in a 25% insurance surcharge, no matter the driving history. As another example, even with no prior record a single conviction of speeding 76 mph in a 65 mph zone can result in a revocation of your driver license, while multiple convictions of speeding 55 mph in a 25 mph zone will not. Should I pay my traffic ticket and court costs instead of appearing in court? Some traffic charges may be resolved without appearing in court by simply paying the standard fine and court costs to the clerk. However, this is rarely a good idea; often such action will result in a significant increase in your insurance costs, and even a revocation of your license. Also, many times a
