VTL § 358, Otherwise Violating Article 7

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Vehicle & Traffic Law § 358, Otherwise Violating Article 7

Under VTL § 358, any person who violates any provision of Article 7 (Motor Vehicle Financial Security Act) for which another penalty is not prescribed by law shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than ninety days or by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars or more than one thousand dollars or both. Article 7 covers proof of financial responsibility, suspension and surrender of license and registration, and related requirements. Related provisions include VTL § 355 (operating without giving proof when required) and VTL § 357 (failing to report convictions and judgments).

What are the penalties?

• Fine and jail: According to VTL § 358, imprisonment for not more than ninety days or a fine of not less than one hundred dollars or more than one thousand dollars or both.
• Points: Not specified in the statute; consult Magill or court for points impact if applicable.
• Application: This catch-all applies only when no other penalty is prescribed for the specific Article 7 violation.

VTL § 358 Statute

Any person who violates any provision of this article for which another penalty is not prescribed by law shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than ninety days or by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars or more than one thousand dollars or both.

Source: NYS Vehicle & Traffic Law § 358 (nysenate.gov)

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If you were charged with a VTL § 358 violation, the Benjamin Goldman Law Office can advise you. We can help with Article 7 and financial responsibility matters across New York. Contact us for a complimentary consultation via our contact page.

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