New York Traffic Blog

UPDATE: Effective November 6, 2024, DMV sought to change the look back period for points from a New York moving violation conviction to 24 months (currently 18 months). This change…

How To Legally Avoid Sales Tax When You Buy A Car & Avoid Registration & Annual Inspection Fees

June 7, 2024

As many of you know, Matthew Weiss, owner of Weiss & Associates, PC, is always looking out for his clients. Since 1991, he and his traffic ticket law firm have…

Should I Complete a Statement in Place of Personal Appearance Form (SIPOPA)?

April 26, 2024

If you do not want to appear in person for your NYC Traffic Violations Bureau hearing, you may appear instead by submitting a written Statement in Place of Personal Appearance…

Are Electric Bicycles (aka e-Bikes) Legal in New York City?

April 14, 2024

Electric bicycles and scooters have become increasingly popular in New York City as convenient and eco-friendly modes of transportation. However, concerns over the safety of their lithium-ion batteries, which power…

Why Should You Fight A New York Speeding Ticket in 2024

April 4, 2024

Points The New York DMV assesses points based on the speed over the limit: 3 points for 1 to 10 mph over; 4 points for 11 to 20 mph over;…

Understanding NYC’s Upcoming Congestion Pricing Program

March 14, 2024

Traffic Ticket Laws

Starting in mid-June, 2024, New York City will start charging motorists $15 (or more) to enter a designated zone in Midtown Manhattan. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) calculates that this…

Can I Drive In New York With My Apple Vision Pro?

February 8, 2024

Update: As of November 6, 2024, a violation of failure to due care under VTL 1146 will carry 5 points. The answer to the above question is obvious on its…

I Was In A Car Accident And Received A New York Traffic Ticket: What Do I Do?

December 8, 2023

In New York, there are accidents every day. However, occasionally those accidents involve a police officer being called to the scene and, after examining the situation, issuing a moving violation.…

Manhattan North Traffic Violations Bureau Has Moved

June 13, 2023

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