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VTL § 1252(b) — Improper Passing (Motorcycle) | Long Island Traffic Lawyer

Ticketed for VTL § 1252(b) (Improper Passing — Motorcycle) in New York? Learn what the statute prohibits, typical penalties (3 points; escalating fines; possible jail on repeat offenses), and common defenses. Consult a New York traffic lawyer.

VTL § 1251(d) — Interfered with Cycle Operator’s View or Control (Motorcycle)

Cited under VTL § 1251(d) in New York for interfering with a motorcycle operator’s view or control? Learn the elements of the charge, penalties (2 points, escalating fines, possible jail on repeat offenses), and defenses. Speak with a New York traffic lawyer today.

VTL 402-b Obscured & Obstructed License Plates – NY Traffic Ticket Lawyer

Driving with your plate covered is a traffic violation, even if the plate numbers are completely visible. If you are convicted with this violation 3 or more times in 5 years, you can have your license suspended.

Aggravated DWI With Passenger Under 15 (VTL 1192(2-a)(b))

Driving under the influence with a child passenger is one of the most serious DWI charges in New York, carrying harsh penalties under VTL 1192(2-a)(b), also known as **Leandra’s Law**.

VTL § 511-a(1) “Facilitating Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the Third Degree”

(1) A person is guilty of the offense of facilitating AUO 3rd when such person consents.

Cell Phone Tickets on Long Island

New York State is one of the toughest jurisdictions on cell phone tickets.

Does the Court need an Original Waiver Form to Allow my Attorney to Appear in Court on my Behalf?

Some town court judges require that attorneys produce a waiver with an original signature.

Can I Use a Cell Phone At a Red Light?

The answer to this question remains a point of disagreement with police officers.

Registering a car out-of-State to Save on Insurance

New York City residents typically pay higher car insurance rates. The increased rates are due to a number of reason.

Seat Belt and Car Seats in Taxis

Up until 2017 taxis were exempt entirely from any seat belt laws. Meaning the taxi driver or any of its passengers did not have to wear a seat belt.

Urban Legend About Pushing Off Trial Dates

There is an urban legend out there that if you push off the trial for your ticket for a certain period.

Criminal Penalties for Driving with a Suspended License in New York State

Getting cited for "Aggravated Unlicensed Operation" is a criminal offense with varying degrees of severity.

VTL 1110(A) - Disobeying a Traffic Control Device

Any type of moving violation can result in a disobeying a traffic control device violation.

VTL 1180(c) - Speeding in a School Zone

Speeding in a school zone can carry heavier fines than your regular speeding violation.

DUI: Special Issues for CDL Drivers

DUIs can be devastating for ordinary drivers but even moreso for a CDL driver.

Steps After a DUI Arrest: Hardship Licenses

A hardship license allows drivers to drive under specific circumstances after receiving a DUI.

The Law You Never Actually Consented to: New York’s Implied Consent Law

New York law states that all drivers have already given consent to take a chemical test.

New York State DMV Look Back Period

Transgressions made many years ago can come back to haunt you.

DUI- Zero Tolerance in New York

New York's Zero Tolerance Law imposes penalties on drivers under 21.

Vehicle Checkpoint in New York

From time to time, a motorist driving in New York will encounter a vehicle checkpoint.

Insurance Rates After a DUI

One of the nastiest webs to navigate is insurance while having one or more DUI convictions on your record.

Out of State Motorist with DUI in New York State

Under the Interstate Driver's License Compact, a member state's version of the DUI law is evaluated and compared to New York's statute. If it is similar enough, the conviction will be given reciprocal effect.

Navigating DUIs in New York: The Victim Impact Panel

The Victim Impact Panel is a unique event, and motorists typically leave the Panel with a different perspective on their actions and a new found appreciation for careful driving habits.

Timeline of DUI Prosecutions in New York

The history of DWI prosecutions before chemical tests and the history of DWI tests.

VTL 509-6 Possession of a Fake Driver’s License

VTL 509 (6) is one of the few ones that people can be charged with when they are not even in their cars.

New York State Laws About Passing Garbage Trucks

As of 2022, around half of the states have passed laws in some form or another requiring motorists to be extra diligent around garbage trucks.

VTL 1198(9)(b) Circumventing the Ignition Interlock Device

VTL 1198(9)(b) penalizes a person who physically blows into the interlock device.

VTL 1198(9)(c) “Tampering With an Interlock Device”

VTL 1198 (9)(c) simply states that, no person shall tamper with or circumvent an otherwise operable ignition interlock device.

New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law - § 306(b) No Inspection Certificate/Uninspected Motor Vehicle.

All vehicles owned and/or operated by a motorist must undergo a safety inspection every 12 months, or when the ownership of the vehicle is transferred.

VTL 1180(a) - “Speed Not Reasonable & Prudent”

This statute is utilized by officers to issue speeding tickets when they do not know the exact speed of the motorists.

VTL 1110(B) - Speeding in a 55 Mile Per Hour Zone

VTL 1180(b) applies only to 55 mph speed limits. all other speed limits fall under VTL 1180(d)

Highways and Main Routes in Suffolk County, New York.

Information about the roads in Suffolk County

Exemptions to Tax Suspension of Driver’s License

A little known fact is that a driver’s license can be taken away by the state for a variety of reasons that don’t involve driving.

VTL 1174A, Failed to Stop for School Bus

Both sides of traffic, even if going opposite ways, must wait for the bus' stop sign to retreat before moving.

VTL 1128D, Drove Across Hazard Markings

Drivers need to be careful not to driver over hazardous markings.

VTL 1140A, Failed to Yield Right of Way at Intersection

Drivers approaching intersections need to yield right of way to vehicles that have entered from other highways.

VTL 1151A, Failure to Yield to Right of Way to Pedestrian in Crosswalk

VTL 1151(a) outlines scenarios in which vehicles have to yield the right of way to pedestrians.

VTL 340(a) Failure to surrender license/registration/plates

If your driver’s license is suspended, you are technically required to return your driver’s license to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

VTL 375-2(a) Failure to use Headlamps While Wipers in use

If your windshield wipers are on, then your headlights must be on

VTL 1111(d)2b, Failed to Yield Left on Red

Making a left turn at a redlight from a one-way street to another one-way street, but failing to yield will result in VTL 1111(d)2b

VTL 1117, Failure to Stop at a Malfunctioning Traffic Control Signal

VTL 1117 requires motorists to treat a broken traffic light as if it were a stop sign

VTL § 1120-(a) “Failed to Keep Right”

Vehicle & Traffic Law § 1120-(a) is a common ticket issued at a highway traffic stop

VTL 1123(b), Left Pavement to Pass on Right

VTL 1123(b) concerns the proper behavior for a motorist that is passing another motorist on the right

VTL § 1129(b) “Failed to Leave Sufficient Space (Combination of Vehicles)”

The law requires that a second truck leave sufficient space between itself and a first truck

VTL § 1142(a), “Failed to Yield Right of way at Stop Sign”

VTL 1142(a) concerns the proper conduct of motorists at a stop sign

VTL § 1153(a), “Failed to Yield Right of way to Blind Person”

VTL 1153(a) concerns the requirement to yield to visually impaired people crossing an intersection

VTL § 1160(b), “Improper Left Turn (Two-Way Street)”

VTL 1160(b) relates to the proper method of making a left-hand turn

VTL 1192.2, "Driving While Intoxicated"

Driving while Intoxicated is a misdemeanor and can land you in jail for up to a year

Vehicle & Traffic Law § 1161-a, “U-turn at Grade/Curve”

This statute requires that, to start, any u-turn must be made on flat ground with no curves in the road

NYCTRR § 4-08(e)(5), “Stop in Crosswalk – NYC”

NYCTRR § 4-08(e)(5) prohibits motorists from stopping, standing, or parking in a crosswalk

Vehicle & Traffic Law § 1165, “Improper Hand Signals”

The failure to comply with the specific motions when using hand signals can result in a traffic ticket

VTL § 1166(a), “Improper Right Turn (From Roadway to Alley/ Driveway, etc.)

VTL 1166-a concerns making a turn from a street to a driveway

VTL § 1170 (a), “Failed to Stop at Railroad Crossing”

VTL 1170(a) requires that the driver make a full stop when there is any indication of an approaching train at the railroad crossing

VTL § 1170 (b), “Drive Through/Around/Under Railroad Barrier”

VTL 1170b requires motorists to stop at a railroad gate and failure to do so can result in 5 points

Vehicle & Traffic Law § 1175 “Obstructed Traffic at Intersection.”

VTL § 1175 prohibits motorists from entering an intersection when the traffic from the next block is backed up into the intersection

Vehicle & Traffic Law § 1176 “Obstructing Railroad Crossing”

VTL § 1176 prohibits motorists from entering a railroad crossing when the traffic is backed up

Vehicle & Traffic Law § 1211(a), “Backing Unsafely” or “Unsafe Backing”

VTL 1211a concerns the proper conduct of motorists that are going in reverse, i.e. backing up

DMV Text Scam: How to Spot and Avoid Fake “DMV” Text Messages

A warning about the latest DMV text message scam that uses fake unpaid traffic tickets and registration notices to target drivers