3. If currently charged with a speeding offense, it was for driving 20 miles per hour
or less over the posted speed limit.
4. There was no motor vehicle accident involving someone other than me.
5. I did not receive more than 6 points on the tickets I received at the time I was
stopped.
6. I have answered and pled not guilty to the ticket prior to the return date listed on
the ticket.
7. I have not missed any scheduled court appearances without prior approval from
the court. If accepted into the diversion program, I will continue to make any
scheduled court dates.
8. I have not had my license suspended for failing to answer the ticket I am seeking
to have dismissed through the diversion program.
9. I have not been convicted of or plead guilty to the ticket for which I am seeking
dismissal via the diversion program.
10. I have not been previously convicted of any Felony, any alcohol or drug related
driving offense within the last 10 years, Reckless Driving (VTL 1212), Leaving
the Scene (VTL 600-1a) in New York or any other state.
11. All the tickets in this case are Vehicle and Traffic Law and/or Transportation Law
charges (e.g. not Penal Law, Environmental Conservation Law, Tax, etc.)
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By initialing __________, I agree that if I misrepresent any of the above facts or affirmations, I forfeit
the $200.00 application fee and I will be terminated from the diversion program and the tickets will
still be pending.
By initialing __________, I hereby apply to the Fulton County Vehicle & Traffic Diversion Program.
In doing so, I request a 60-day adjournment to attend a Defensive Driving Course and complete the
diversion program. I understand that my acceptance into the program is based on my meeting the
conditions above. I am waiving all Speedy Trial Rights.
By initialing __________, I agree that failure to respond to any information or giving false or
incorrect information in the application is grounds to deny entry into the program, forfeiture of the
$200.00 application fee, and removal from the program.
By initialing __________, I agree that failure to complete the program within 60 days may result in
termination from the program and forfeiture of the $200.00 application fee which will result in me
having to appear in court to answer the ticket as if though I never applied for the program.
By initialing __________, I agree that if I chose to complete an on-line Defensive Driving Course or
an in-person DDC, I am responsible for any and all fees that may be required above and beyond the
application fee for this program and I am responsible for sending in a certificate of completion to the
District Attorney’s Office. Please be aware that your certificate may not be mailed until 14 to 21
business days after you complete the course.
By initialing __________, I agree to waive any right under VTL section 1806 to have a conference
with the prosecutor.
WARNING: If you have not received formal notice from the District Attorney’s Office that your
Traffic Diversion application has been approved, you must appear at the date and time indicated on
your Simplified Traffic Information (i.e. your ticket) or as directed by the court. Failure to do so may
result in a suspension of your license and/or a bench warrant being issued for your arrest.