Frequently Asked Questions
I got a C-summons / Pink Ticket - do I have to appear in Court or can I just send the fine in?
If the front of your ticket says that your appearance is required, as the NYC pink tickets do, then your appearance is required, unless you hire an attorney to appear with you or in your place. (See example of where & how this is worded)
How does the SummonsPros service work?
Many of our clients prefer the convenience of letting our attorneys handle the NYC Summons Court appearance for them. After retaining us to handle your summons, and filling out some paperwork you’ll be on your way to putting the summons behind you!
How much does the SummonsPros service cost?
$500 for most individual summonses. (Excludes truck violations & commercial summonses, which are priced on a case by case basis).
What happens if I don’t show up for court (or if I don’t have an attorney appear for me)?
A bench warrant will be issued.
What is a bench warrant?
A reason for the police to harass, delay, search and even arrest you if you happen to encounter the police. It is an instruction from the Court to any law enforcement officers who run into you to bring you before the Court’s bench.
I know I want to take my summons to trial-is it still 500 bucks?
If we have to appear more than once on your summons, or do a trial, yes the fee will be more. However, remember, many times SummonsPros can get rid of the ticket for our basic fee, in one appearance, without a trial, so do reach out using the contact form.
Are SummonsPros licensed attorneys?
Do you handle summonses outside of New York City?
No.
Do you handle OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) summonses?
Different ball of wax. Our attorneys can be retained on a case by case basis for these.
Can I meet you in court and get a consultation and then I’ll decide whether to retain SummonsPros?
Fuhgeddaboudit.