I hit an empty parked car backing out of a parking space. A lot of damage to my new car, minor dent to the other car's bumper.

Yes, of course, you can fight any ticket. Think about the evidence. You were backing, the other car was parked. A lot of damage to your car, minor dent in the other car's bumper. You can fight the ticket and take the time to go to court, and/or you can figure that sometimes in life, stuff happens, and move on. I truly wish you the best. If you find my answer helpful, please click the ‘thumbs-up’ tab below. Thank you. This answer is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as, and does not constitute, legal advice. Laws vary widely from state to state. You should rely only on the advice given to you during a personal consultation by a local attorney who is thoroughly familiar with state laws and the area of practice in which your concern lies.

Hi, I agree with my colleague, but would add the definition of careless driving and reckless driving for your consideration: 39:4-97. Careless driving 39:4-97. A person who drives a vehicle carelessly, or without due caution and circumspection, in a manner so as to endanger, or be likely to endanger, a person or property, shall be guilty of careless driving. 39:4-96. Reckless driving; punishment 39:4-96. A person who drives a vehicle heedlessly, in willful or wanton disregard of the rights or safety of others, in a manner so as to endanger, or be likely to endanger, a person or property, shall be guilty of reckless driving and be punished by imprisonment in the county or municipal jail for a period of not more than 60 days, or by a fine of not less than $50.00 or more than $200.00, or both. You were charged with the lesser of the two evils. And, you describe extensive damage to your car. These are facts that may be difficult to overcome in proving your "innocence" in a municipal court trial. Generally, municipal courts in NJ will give you an opportunity to negotiate a plea bargain, which may reduce the points involved and allow you to plea to a lesser offense. Good luck

You can fight it but you won't win. You backed into someone else's parked car. We all make mistakes, so step up and accept responsibility.