Liberty, NY · Sullivan County
Not Guilty Plea By Mail
This application lets defendants or defense attorneys request an amendment of a traffic infraction without the defendant personally appearing in Liberty Town Court.
What this form is
Defendants or defense attorneys can use this application to request an amendment of a traffic infraction through the Town Attorney’s Office by mail. It is not for misdemeanors, felonies, or DWAI. The application asks for ticket details, driving and case history, and an explanation for the requested reduction; it also includes sections for the Town Attorney’s recommendation and the defendant’s plea or trial request.
Who needs it
A defendant or defense attorney seeking an amendment of a traffic infraction through the Liberty Town Attorney’s Office by mail needs this application.
How to submit it
Mail the completed application, a copy of the driving abstract, and an original self-addressed stamped return envelope to the Town Attorney’s Office, 120 North Main Street, Liberty, New York 12754. If accepting the offer or requesting a trial, return the completed form to Liberty Town Court as directed.
About notarization
No notary is required; the signer dates and signs the form, which includes an affirmation under penalty of perjury.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Not Guilty Plea By Mail application for a traffic infraction.
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Complete And Sign Section 1
Fill in the requested ticket, case, and personal information, explain why you are requesting a reduction, and sign and date Section 1.
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Gather Required Materials
Include a copy of your driving abstract and an original self-addressed stamped return envelope. Out-of-state applicants must also include a driving record copy and driver’s license copy.
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Mail The Application
Mail the application and required materials to the Town Attorney’s Office at 120 North Main Street, Liberty, New York 12754.
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Return Your Plea Or Trial Request
After the Town Attorney returns the application, sign Section 3 to accept the offer or Section 4 to request a trial, then return it to Liberty Town Court as directed.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Not Guilty Plea By Mail?
- No. The form does not require notarization. The signer dates and signs it, and the form includes an affirmation under penalty of perjury.
- How do I submit the Not Guilty Plea By Mail?
- Mail the completed application, a copy of your driving abstract, and an original self-addressed stamped return envelope to the Town Attorney’s Office at 120 North Main Street, Liberty, New York 12754.
- What documents must I include?
- Include a copy of your driving abstract and an original self-addressed stamped return envelope. The instructions also require out-of-state applicants to include a copy of their driving record and driver’s license.
- What types of cases can use this application?
- The application is for traffic infractions only. Its instructions say it cannot be used for misdemeanors, felonies, or DWAI.