Overview New York City’s default 25 mph speed limit began on November 7, 2014, as part of Vision Zero, after state and city action allowed NYC to lower its default from 30 mph. The policy is rooted in a simple safety reality: small speed reductions meaningfully cut the risk of severe injury and death, especially […]
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Don’t Text and Drive! – Overview Using a cell phone while driving in New York is a serious traffic offense that carries fines, points on your license, and long-term insurance consequences. New York law treats handheld phone use as a primary violation,n meaning police can stop a driver solely for this behavior. Many drivers underestimate
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Commuter Mistakes That They Thought Were Minor Names have been changed for privacy. Every driver I represent has a story. What often surprises them is not how unique their situation feels, but how closely it mirrors the experiences of others I see every week. Decisions made in seconds, such as how to handle a yellow
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Driving License Overview If you haven’t taken a certified driver’s education course, you must know the driving rules and regulations in New York State. The safest and best route to licensing is to take an NYS-approved driver’s education course at age 17, then take the road test and receive a full license. Taking this route
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General NYC TLC Rules The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) has established a set of laws and regulations that apply to ride-share drivers operating in the city. Some of the key requirements include: TLC License: All ride-share drivers must obtain a TLC license, which involves passing a background check and completing a
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Published January 2, 2026By Patricia Scanlon, Traffic Ticket Attorney, NY Understanding New York Speeding Ticket Penalties and Defenses New York speeding ticket penalties increase quickly based on how many miles per hour you were traveling over the limit and can result in steep fines, DMV points, higher insurance premiums, and even license suspension. Defenses may
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The driving laws on Long Island follow all New York State vehicle laws, for which they assign points and financial penalties to drivers who receive traffic tickets. Each violation carries a specific point value, and too many points can lead to license suspension, higher insurance rates, and significant surcharges. New York also requires a Driver
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Published November 24, 2025 By Patricia Scanlon, Traffic Ticket Attorney, NY A How-To Guide on Managing Traffic Tickets New York State driving laws require drivers to be properly licensed, insured, and to follow safety rules like seat belt use, posted speed limits, and hands-free phone use. Special restrictions apply to teen drivers, and zero-tolerance alcohol
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Are Aggressive Drivers Responsible for Traffic Deaths? According to safety researchers, two-thirds of traffic deaths and a third of injuries nationwide can be traced to aggressive driving. Officials confirm that these dangers have been rising in the post-pandemic years, with enforcement data showing that aggressive driving tickets on Long Island jumped significantly, by over
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Overview Traffic accidents occur daily on any one of the three major Long Island highways. Accidents similar to this one are common on Long Island parkways and highways. One might ask why? Let’s take a look. Watch Out for the Other Guy! How many times have we heard this expression? But it is so true!
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