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New York driver’s license points work as part of a system that identifies and takes action against high-risk drivers by assigning a specific number of points for different types of traffic violations. In New York, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like failure to use turn signals. For major violations, like speeding more than 41 miles per hour over the limit, drivers will get eleven points.
Driver’s License Points Per Violation in New York
Violation | Number of Points Assigned |
Disobeying a traffic control device | 2 |
Improper turn | 2 |
Speeding 1-10 miles per hour over the limit | 3 |
Leaving scene of property damage incident | 3 |
Driving left of center, in wrong direction | 3 |
Improper passing, changing lane unsafely | 3 |
Disobeying traffic control signal, stop sign or yield sign | 3 |
Failure to yield right-of-way | 3 |
Speeding 11-20 miles per hour over the limit | 4 |
Railroad crossing violation | 5 |
Reckless driving | 5 |
Improper cell phone use | 5 |
Speeding 21-30 miles per hour over the limit | 6 |
Speeding 31-40 miles per hour over the limit | 8 |
Speeding above 41 miles per hour over the limit | 11 |
Violations That Do Not Result in Points in New York
- Tinted windows
- Faulty equipment
- Driver or passenger 16 years or older not wearing seatbelt properly
- Any violation related to unregistered, unlicensed or uninsured operation
- Any violation related to motor vehicle inspection
Other Key Things to Know About Points in New York
If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will be added to your driving record in New York.
Driver’s license points in New York expire after 18 months. However, until they expire, you may still see higher insurance premiums, especially for major violations like DUI’s and reckless driving. Knowing when your points expire will help you understand when you may see a drop in your premiums or when it may be a good time to shop for new insurance.
To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to points on driver’s licenses.
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