Bill > S04942

This bill amends the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law to limit the number of traffic infractions that can be issued during a single traffic stop related to window tinting. Specifically, the bill stipulates that an owner of a motor vehicle can only receive one traffic infraction during a traffic stop for violations involving window tint darkness or visibility, which are typically regulated under subparagraphs one through four of paragraph (b) in section 375, subdivision 12-a of the vehicle and traffic law. This means that if a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle for window tint violations, they can only issue one ticket or infraction, even if multiple aspects of the window tint technically violate the law. The bill aims to provide some relief to vehicle owners by preventing multiple citations for what is essentially the same offense during a single traffic stop. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4942