Avoiding Points on a Careless Driving Ticket in New Jersey

A careless driving ticket in NJ usually carries 2 points. Options to avoid them:

1. Driver Improvement Program (DIP): One- or two-day course dismisses ticket and points.
2. Request a trial: Win = dismissal; lose = fine + points.
3. Plea bargain: Reduce to non-moving violation (e.g., parking ticket) with 0 points.
4. Defensive driving course: Some courts allow this instead of DIP (if not recently taken).
5. Hire a traffic attorney: Best for navigating local rules and negotiating.

Options vary by county and case specifics; consult the court or a lawyer.