Enacts Michelle and Jordan's law relating to the penalties for a second conviction of participating in an unlawful speed contest or race
This bill, "Michelle and Jordan's law," increases penalties for a second conviction of participating in illegal street racing or speed contests within 12 months. It upgrades the offense to a class E felony, punishable by up to one year in prison, a fine of $525-$750, or both. The law directly affects individuals convicted twice of such traffic violations within a year. It amends New York's Vehicle and Traffic Law to impose these stricter penalties starting 180 days after enactment.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 3, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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upper
Mar 3, 2025
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upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Andrew Lanza
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence/Reform
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