Category Archives: Motorcycle Law

New York Motorcycle Laws

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Matthew Weiss

Under the New York Vehicle And Traffic Law (VTL), motorcyclists are subject to the same driving, registration and inspection laws applicable to operators of other vehicles.  However, there are other laws that apply only to motorcyclists. Below is a run … Continue reading →

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Speeding Motorcyclist Exposes Police Misconduct, And Police Respond With More Abuse

Posted on April 25, 2010 by Matthew Weiss

A motorcyclist was stopped by an off-duty police officer for speeding and “popping wheelies”.  Unfortunately, for the officer, the motorcyclist was also wearing a helmet cam.  The recording showed the officer draw his gun rather than his badge.  Compounding his … Continue reading →

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Motorcycle Law: Driving Between Lanes

Posted on October 18, 2009 by Matthew Weiss

When you drive a motorcycle between traffic lanes, you are committing a 2-point moving violation called “driving between lanes”.  New York City police officers issue many tickets for this type of offense each year. Motorcyclists engage in this maneuver to … Continue reading →

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