BATH -- A new local law passed by Steuben County legislators Monday will make the roads safer, potentially cut down on court appearances and raise as much as $600,000 to be divided between the county and justice system. The Traffic Diversion Law takes effect after it is filed with the State and gives drivers charged with traffic violations and related misdemeanors the option of taking a driver education program approved by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. Eligibility for the voluntary program will be set up under guidelines set up by the county District Attorney’s Office. Service charges of $275 for alleged traffic violations and/or $350 for alleged traffic related misdemeanors associated with the program will be handled by the county Finance Office.
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