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Can I Speak To Siri While Driving?

Last week, we discussed whether a motorist stopped at a red light is “in motion” for purpose of New York’s cell phone law under Vehicle And Traffic Law Section 1225-c.  This week we discuss whether using Siri violates the cell phone … Continue reading

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When Does Stopped Mean Moving?

In July 2011, I wrote a post entitled “Can I Check My Cell Phone While Stopped At Red Light?” answering this question in the negative because doing so was likely a violation of the Vehicle And Traffic Law.  I predicted … Continue reading

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Woman Issued Ticket For Driving 2 MPH Under The Limit?!?

A Maryland woman was recently ticketed for going 63/65 on Interstate 95, as reported by an NBC affiliate.  The police explained that she was driving in the left lane reserved for speedier commuters. The woman said:  “[I was] really shocked”. “I thought, … Continue reading

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Go To Jail For Drinking A Beer (Or For Some Other Pink Summons)!?

As many as 1 in 8 New York City residents have a warrant issued for his or her arrest for failing to answer a pink summons, as recently reported by the Daily News.  If picked-up on such a warrant, the … Continue reading

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What The New NYC Parking Signs Do Not Tell You

New York City recently started replacing its parking signs with ones that are simpler and easier to read.   Motorists should still be wary of red signs and welcoming to green ones, and they should still read from top to … Continue reading

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How To Get A Speeding Ticket Dismissed

A dismissal of speeding ticket in is very hard to obtain.  Most police officers who issue such tickets are familiar with what they need to say, and great deference is given to their testimony.  With that said, there are things … Continue reading

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An Electronic Smile Slows Down Motorists

In the United Kingdom, a unique speed sign called a Speed Indicator Device (SID) successfully slows down speeding motorists. Using positive driver feedback in the form of a smile, many speeding drivers passing SID slow down to turn a frown … Continue reading

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URGH!! Speed Cameras Coming to New York!?!?

Just when most are getting familiar with the locations of red light cameras, New York City motorists may soon be the subject of cameras that measure speed and issue tickets.  A speed-camera bill is gaining momentum in Albany which would … Continue reading

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Failure To Yield The Right Of Way Has Many Variations

Failing to yield the right of way carries 3 points and roughly a $150 fine.  There are multiple ways to fail to yield the right of way and, therefore, it is not uncommon for police officers to issue them under … Continue reading

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NYC Creates Slow Zones

After piloting the “Slow Zone” project in the Claremont section of the Bronx, New York City expanded the program this week by adding 13 new “slow zone” locations.  In these areas, the speed limit reduces from 30 mph to 20 … Continue reading

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