Relates to notices of violation returnable to a parking violations bureau in a city with a population of one million or more; provides that in a city with a population of one million persons or more, if such notice is served upon the operator of a vehicle that has no such registration plate or if such registration plate is concealed or obscured, the vehicle identification number may be inserted in such notice in place of the plate designation and plate type.
Impact
The implementation of S08410 is expected to streamline the process of issuing parking violation notices in densely populated cities. By permitting the use of the VIN, enforcement officers can still provide citations without being hindered by the unavailability of the correct registration plates. This could enhance compliance by ensuring that notices are served in a timely and efficient manner, reflecting the realities of urban vehicle use and registration practices.
Summary
S08410 seeks to amend the vehicle and traffic law by adding provisions for how notices of violation are issued in cities with populations of over one million people. Specifically, it allows for the vehicle identification number (VIN) to be used in place of a registration plate number if the latter is not available due to absence or concealment. This change is particularly pertinent for large urban areas where vehicle registration may not always be apparent at the time of issuing a parking violation notice.
Contention
While proponents of the bill argue that it adds necessary flexibility to law enforcement during the issuance of parking tickets, critics may worry about the implications of relying on VINs instead of license plates. Concerns may include the potential for misuse or confusion over vehicle identifications, as well as the clarity of the notices issued under the new provisions. Furthermore, there might be debates about whether this amendment adequately addresses the needs of various communities, especially given that not all vehicles operate under the same legal framework.
Increases the penalties for purposefully obstructed license plates including the suspension of a vehicle's registration if the vehicle owner does not remove the artificial or synthetic material or substance that conceals or obscures the license plate or does not purchase new license plates.
Increases the penalties for purposefully obstructed license plates including the suspension of a vehicle's registration if the vehicle owner does not remove the artificial or synthetic material or substance that conceals or obscures the license plate or does not purchase new license plates.
Permits animal-drawn vehicles to equip and use amber flashing lights; does not apply to such vehicles in a city with a population of one million or more.
Permits animal-drawn vehicles to equip and use amber flashing lights; does not apply to such vehicles in a city with a population of one million or more.
Relates to the contents and adjudication, of notices of violation returnable to a parking violations bureau in New York city; increases the fine for tractors, trailers, or related vehicles that park on residential streets overnight.
Relates to the contents and adjudication, of notices of violation returnable to a parking violations bureau in New York city; increases the fine for tractors, trailers, or related vehicles that park on residential streets overnight.
Places a moratorium on tax lien sales in a city with a population of one million or more due to the financial hardships placed on property owners as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.