Bill > S02380

This bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to protect domestic violence victims from having their driver's license or vehicle registration suspended or revoked due to non-payment or lapse of car insurance. Under the proposed legislation, if a domestic violence victim can prove they were unaware of an insurance coverage lapse caused by another person's negligence, they can avoid penalties by providing clear and convincing evidence such as court orders, affidavits, or through a hearing with the commissioner. The victim must demonstrate that they did not knowingly allow their insurance to lapse and that the lapse was solely the result of actions by another person. If the commissioner determines the individual meets these criteria, the victim will be relieved of potential penalties like license suspension, provided they can also show current effective financial security (insurance). This bill aims to provide additional protection for domestic violence victims who may have had their financial affairs disrupted by an abusive partner.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2380