Bill > A04015

This bill increases penalties for speeding violations by modifying the existing vehicle and traffic law in New York State. Specifically, the bill adjusts the fine ranges for different levels of speeding: for speeds up to 10 miles per hour over the limit, the maximum fine is reduced from $150 to $125; for speeds between 10 and 30 miles per hour over the limit, the fine is increased to a range of $180 to $350, with potential imprisonment for up to 30 days. For speeds over 30 miles per hour above the limit, the maximum fine is raised from $600 to $700, also with potential imprisonment. The bill includes additional penalties for vehicles with out-of-service defects or those transporting hazardous materials like flammable gas or radioactive materials, where the fines are at the higher end of the range. These changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, and will apply to violations occurring on or after that date, potentially serving as a deterrent to speeding and improving road safety.

Housing and Urban Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4015