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New York State uses a “Driver Violation Point System” in assessing the seriousness of traffic violations. A person can receive anywhere from 2 to 11 points on their license depending on the traffic violation committed. The chart below lists the number of points for each specific violation:

Violation

Points

 

Violation

Points

Speeding (MPH over speed limit not indicated)

3

Following too closely

4

Speeding (MPH over speed limit):

Passing improperly, changing lanes unsafely, driving to the left of center, driving in the wrong direction

3

1 - 10 MPH

3

 

 

11 - 20 MPH

4

Failed to obey a traffic signal, a Stop sign, or a Yield sign

3

21 - 30 MPH

6

Railroad crossing violation

3

31 - 40 MPH

8

Failed to yield the right-of-way

3

More than 40 MPH

11

Passenger safety violation, including seat belt and child safety seat violations for passengers under the age of 16

3

Reckless driving

5

Left the scene of an accident that includes property damage or the injury of a domestic animal

3

Failed to stop for a school bus

5

Other moving violations

2

Inadequate brakes

4

Inadequate brakes (vehicle of an employer)

2

  Information provided by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles website

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