N.Y. state DMV rolls out updated point values for driving violations

N.Y. state DMV rolls out updated point values for driving violations

Starting Monday, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has increased point values for serious driving violations.

Starting today, NY drivers face more points for drunk driving, other driving infractions

Syracuse, N.Y. - Starting Monday, New York drivers will face steeper penalties for many driving infractions as the state introduces new regulations targeting reckless drivers. Driving infractions will remain on records for a longer time, and violations which previously added no points to a driver’s record will now add points, according to the state Department of Motor Vehicles.

New York drivers will face more points on their license as new penalties take effect

Under the new rules, drivers can have their licenses suspended after accumulating 10 points over a 24-month period.

NY drivers face tougher penalties as DMV increases points for serious violations

New York drivers will face tougher penalties for serious traffic violations starting Feb. 16. Learn how new DMV regulations increase point values and extend how long points stay on your record.

Overhaul Of NYS Driver Point System Comes Into Effect

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is overhauling the point system it uses to penalize drivers and the changes could impact you significantly.

Penalties for Dangerous New York Drivers go into Effect

New changes to New York's driving point system will result in steeper penalties for dangerous drivers, starting today (Monday). Here are the details. Full Story, Video