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Avery & Avery, Esqs. represents Paterson residents on traffic matters. Paterson (Passaic County, NJ; 2020 Census population 159,759) routes its traffic matters through the Paterson Municipal Court at 111 Broadw (phone (973) 321-1515) and, for indictable / over-threshold matters, Passaic County Superior Court (Paterson) at Passaic County Court House, 77 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ 07505.

For a free first consultation on a Paterson traffic matter, call (201) 943-2445.

Where Paterson Traffic Cases Are Heard

All Title 39 traffic offenses from Paterson road stops (speeding, careless driving N.J.S.A. 39:4-97, reckless driving N.J.S.A. 39:4-96) are heard in Paterson Municipal Court. NJ MVC point exposure runs through the Trenton Driver History Service. NJMC Direct (njmcdirect.com) handles eligible payable Title 39 tickets without court appearance.

Paterson Municipal Court

Address: 111 Broadw
Phone: (973) 321-1515
Court days: MONDAY TO FRIDAY
Office hours: 8:30 AM TO 4:00 PM

Passaic County Superior Court (Paterson)

Address: Passaic County Court House, 77 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ 07505
Phone: (973) 247-8000
Vicinage: Passaic Vicinage (Vicinage 11)

What the Law Says

Traffic matters in Paterson are controlled by:

N.J.S.A. 39:4-97 — primary traffic statute
N.J.S.A. 39:4-96 — companion / procedural authority
State v. Locurto, 157 N.J. 463 (1999) — leading NJ case-law

All Title 39 traffic offenses from Paterson road stops (speeding under N.J.S.A. 39:4-98, careless driving N.J.S.A. 39:4-97, reckless driving N.J.S.A. 39:4-96) are heard in Paterson Municipal Court. NJ MVC point exposure runs through the Trenton Driver History Service. NJMC Direct (njmcdirect.com) handles eligible payable Title 39 tickets.

About Paterson, NJ

Paterson sits in Passaic County, NJ. Key facts:

2020 Census population: 159,759
Density: 18,989 per sq mi
Land area: 8.4 sq mi
ZIP codes: 07501, 07505, 07508, 07514, 07522, 07524, 07533, 07538, 07543, 07544
Mayor: Andre Sayegh
Incorporated: April 11, 1831 (as township)
Named for: William Paterson

Paterson Local Context

Paterson had a 2020 Census population of 159,759 (Passaic County, NJ).
Population density 18,989.1 per sq mi (2020), land area 8.4 sq mi.
Paterson was incorporated April 11, 1831 (as township).
Paterson is named for William Paterson.
Current mayor: Andre Sayegh.

Why Avery & Avery for Paterson Traffic

Fifty years of NJ trial practice. Robert W. Avery began NJ practice in 1976 and served fifteen years as Judge of the Ridgefield Municipal Court (1986-2000). John S. Avery joined the firm in 2012. The firm has handled Paterson-area traffic matters as part of its ongoing Passaic County practice.

Same-day callbacks on active arrest or court-date situations. Robert or John picks up when we’re in the office; voicemails returned promptly.

Statewide reach with local depth. The firm’s reported case Delvoye v. Lee, 329 F.3d 330 (3d Cir. 2003) establishes the firm’s federal-court track record beyond purely municipal-court practice.

Sister Passaic Cities We Cover

We routinely appear in Paterson’s neighboring Passaic County municipalities. See:

And the Passaic County Traffic landing covers the full county.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do Paterson Traffic cases go?

Paterson Municipal Court for first-tier matters; Passaic County Superior Court (Paterson) for indictable / over-threshold matters.

How fast can you respond to a Paterson arrest / hearing?

Same-day callback during business hours; same-evening for arrests on weeknights. Call (201) 943-2445.

Do you handle other Passaic County practice areas?

Yes — see our Passaic County Lawyer page for the full practice list, and the practice tops at /practice-areas/traffic/.

Schedule a Free Paterson Traffic Consultation

Call (201) 943-2445 or submit through the form.