S 1509 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to the requirement that hearings for traffic infractions shall be conducted in person

This bill requires most traffic infractions hearings to be held in person, meaning drivers and witnesses must attend physically unless the driver or their lawyer specifically requests virtual participation. It also allows drivers to request a hearing delay before the hearing occurs or after it has started if they provide a valid reason ("good cause"). The law would take effect 30 days after enactment. This directly affects drivers facing traffic violations who must now attend hearings in person by default, with limited flexibility for virtual attendance or adjournments.
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Introduced Jan 10, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 10, 2025
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