VTL § 1111(a)(1), Failed to Yield Right of Way on a Green Light — Community Discussion

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is it a requirement for a NYC TBV guilty determination to cite the statute violated? if it does not, can it be reversedAnonymous · August 28, 2026 · 1 reply

Anonymous

is it a requirement for a NYC TBV guilty determination to cite the statute violated? if it does not, can it be reversed

August 28, 2026

Benjamin Goldman Law Office

Replying to @Anonymous

While unusual, it is not automatic grounds for reversal. To appeal your decision you need to file with the Appeals Unit. See here for more information: https://dmv.ny.gov/tickets/appeal-a-tvb-ticket-conviction Please note that the DMV Appeals Unit has an extremely low reversal rate.

August 28, 2026

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