Reader’s Question:

If someone gets a speeding ticket in New Jersey, is it necessary to let the insurance carrier know about it?

Arthur

Newark, NJ

When someone receives a speeding ticket in New Jersey, generally, you do not need to inform your insurance provider in NJ or other states. This is because the next time the insurance carrier pulls your motor vehicle record (MVR) the ticket will likely show up and therefore make the insurance company aware of your citation.

The insurance providers can run your MVR at any time but normally it is checked when you begin a new policy, make changes or are up for renewal.