New York A08923 permits suspension of a license for failure to answer a summons for impaired driving and prohibits reduction of fines for such.

New York A08923 amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow the suspension of a driver's license or driving privilege for failure to answer a summons for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The suspension takes effect no less than thirty days after the initial notice is sent by the commissioner. The bill also prohibits the reduction or waiving of fines or mandatory surcharges imposed for a violation of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

New York A08923 permits suspension of a license for failure to answer a summons for impaired driving and prohibits reduction of fines for such.

New York A08923 amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow the suspension of a driver's license or driving privilege for failure to answer a summons for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The suspension takes effect no less than thirty days after the initial notice is sent by the commissioner. The bill also prohibits the reduction or waiving of fines or mandatory surcharges imposed for a violation of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.