Loading chat...
NY A00759
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jenifer Rajkumar
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Requires vehicle identification numbers (VINs) to be included on parking violation notices alongside license plate information, and allows VIN to be omitted if destroyed, covered, defaced, or unverifiable in license plate databases
-
Expands violations to include parked vehicles (not just driven/operated) with improper, obscured, or obstructed license plates, and authorizes police to boot or tow vehicles in violation and confiscate instruments used in the violation
-
Creates presumption that vehicles bearing temporary registration or plates from foreign countries, states, or territories are displaying improper plates, requiring surrender upon conviction
-
Prohibits sale of vehicle certificates of origin or title through unauthorized channels, including online platforms, with civil penalties up to $500 per violation enforceable by the Attorney General
-
Requires sellers of out-of-state temporary plates to provide written notice that such plates are not legal for use in New York and vehicles may be subject to booting or impounding at owner's expense
Legislative Description
Enhances enforcement of laws requiring proper and readable license plates and vehicle identification numbers; increases penalties including booting.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026