New York A00310 prohibits motor vehicle stops for secondary violations unless a primary violation is also observed.
New York A00310 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit police officers from stopping vehicles for secondary violations unless a primary violation is also observed. Secondary violations include issues like vehicle registration within the last sixty days, permit location, plate display, and lighting equipment. Officers can only stop vehicles for secondary violations if they also observe a primary violation warranting a citation. This act takes effect immediately.
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