New York A02694 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit street takeovers and sideshows on highways, with penalties for violations.

New York A02694 amends the vehicle and traffic law by adding a new section that prohibits street takeovers and sideshows on highways. These events include illegal gatherings of cars performing reckless driving acts, stunts, or contests of speed. Engaging in, aiding, or spectating such events is punishable by imprisonment of up to six months, a fine of up to one thousand dollars, or both. The act takes effect 30 days after becoming law.

New York A02694 amends the vehicle and traffic law to prohibit street takeovers and sideshows on highways, with penalties for violations.

New York A02694 amends the vehicle and traffic law by adding a new section that prohibits street takeovers and sideshows on highways. These events include illegal gatherings of cars performing reckless driving acts, stunts, or contests of speed. Engaging in, aiding, or spectating such events is punishable by imprisonment of up to six months, a fine of up to one thousand dollars, or both. The act takes effect 30 days after becoming law.