VTL § 370(4), Failure to Give Notice of Accident (For-Hire)
The Benjamin Goldman Law Office can help with New York Vehicle & Traffic Law matters. If you were charged with failing to give written notice of an accident to the surety or insurer within five days under VTL § 370(4), we can help. This applies to operators of for-hire vehicles for which a bond or policy is required. We can help with such charges in courts across the state. See our testimonials, courts we appear in, and contact us for a consultation.
Vehicle & Traffic Law § 370(4), Notice of Accident (For-Hire)
Under VTL § 370(4), every person operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle as to which a bond or policy of insurance is required by this section, which is in any manner involved in an accident, shall within five days give written notice of the time and place of the accident to the surety or insurer. Failure to give notice of an accident as herein provided shall constitute a misdemeanor, but shall not affect the liability of the surety or insurer. Section 370 applies to persons engaged in the business of carrying or transporting passengers for hire. The NY DMV oversees filing of bonds and evidence of insurance. Related: VTL § 370(2).
What are the penalties?
- Fine and jail: Per the Vehicle & Traffic Law Manual for Local Courts (Magill 2024), this is a misdemeanor. First offense: $0–$300 fine, 0–30 days in jail; second and third offenses within 18 months carry higher penalties.
- Points: 0 points.
- Surcharge: $88 or $93 surcharge applies.
- Note: Failure to give notice does not affect the liability of the surety or insurer.
VTL § 370(4) Statute
Every person operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle as to which a bond or policy of insurance is required by this section, which is in any manner involved in an accident, shall within five days give written notice of the time and place of the accident to the surety or insurer. Failure to give notice of an accident as herein provided shall constitute a misdemeanor, but shall not affect the liability of the surety or insurer.
Source: NYS Vehicle & Traffic Law § 370(4) (nysenate.gov)
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If you were charged with a VTL § 370(4) violation, the Benjamin Goldman Law Office can advise you. We can help with for-hire vehicle and insurance notice matters across New York. Contact us for a complimentary consultation via our contact page.
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