What are the most common New York traffic violation codes?

The traffic violation codes in New York vary based on different grounds. Most of the violations are not charged for immediately. Rather, they are given points, and if the traffic violator reaches the 11 point or more mark, then the driver’s license will be suspended. Also, if speed violation occurred thrice within 18 month period, the DMV has the right to revoke the license.

Moreover, if you are charged of traffic violation and you fail to respond to court summons, the license will be terminated until further notice. Here is a brief account of the most common New York traffic violation codes, along with the points given.

• Unsafe changing of road lanes – 3 points
• Passing roads improperly or driving in the wrong direction – 3 points
• Driving knowingly to the left of center – 3 points
• Driving recklessly on the road – 5 points
• Applying inadequate brakes or following a car too closely – 4 points
• Violating the railroad rules – 3 points
• Not stopping at the Stop sign or the Yield sign – 3 points
• Abandoning a scene of accident that involves domestic animal injury or personal property injury – 3 points
• Not following the passenger safety violation codes like not wearing seat belts – 3 points
• Over speeding within 1 – 10 mph / 11 – 20 mph / 21 – 30 mph / 31 - 40 mph / more than 40 mph means points between 3 and 11.

Violating the traffic violation codes in New York means heavy fines and suspension of license.