Stopping/standing/parking in a marked bicycle lane.
9.2%
of contested cases are dismissed outright — and 66.4% end dismissed or reduced. From 397,160 decided hearings in the city's own records.
Is it worth fighting?
Under 10% dismiss — the city protects bike lanes aggressively and markings are usually clear. Contest only with a concrete defect: faded/absent markings, a ticket that mislocates the vehicle, or evidence you were directed there (construction/police). Otherwise this is one where the data says pay.
What actually wins
Lane markings genuinely faded/absent at that point (photograph)
Vehicle position mis-described — your photos show wheels outside the lane
Directed by police/construction flagger
Ticket errors
Evidence to gather
Marking condition photos
Vehicle position photos
Construction/detour context
Fighting it is free. New York lets you dispute online, by mail, or in person — no fee, no lawyer required, decision from a hearing officer. Start at nyc.gov → Dispute a ticket. Check the response deadline printed on your ticket, and answer before it to avoid late penalties.