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flag New York will expand its driver points system in February 2026, extending point retention to 24 months and adding penalties for new violations to improve road safety.

flag Starting February 2026, New York will expand its driver points system to boost road safety, extending point retention from 18 to 24 months and increasing penalties for violations like speeding 1–10 mph over the limit (3 to 4 points), cell phone use (5 to 6), and reckless driving (5 to 8). flag New offenses such as illegal U-turns, brake light failures, failing to yield to emergency vehicles, and obstructing traffic will now incur points. flag The system will categorize violations into safety-critical, moving, and administrative types. flag These changes aim to reduce plea bargains that eliminate points, increase fines, and generate more revenue, prompting drivers to resolve tickets, take defensive driving courses, and prepare to challenge citations before the rules take effect.

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