VTL § 509(9), Operating Before Giving Notice of Disability
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Vehicle & Traffic Law § 509(9), Notice of Disability
Under VTL § 509(9), whenever notice of disability is required to be given to the commissioner as required by this article (Article 20, Drivers' Licenses), no person shall operate any motor vehicle until such notice has been given. Other provisions of Article 20 specify when a licensee must give the commissioner notice of a physical or mental disability that may affect the ability to drive safely. The NY DMV may require reexamination or take other action based on such notice. Related provisions include VTL § 509(8) (change of address) and VTL § 509(7).
What are the penalties?
- Fine and jail: Per VTL § 509(11), a violation of any provision of this section (other than subd. 7 or 8) shall be punishable by a fine of not less than seventy-five nor more than three hundred dollars, or by imprisonment for not more than fifteen days, or by both.
- Points and surcharge: Consult the Vehicle & Traffic Law Manual for Local Courts (Magill 2024) or the court; surcharge typically applies.
VTL § 509(9) Statute
Whenever notice of disability is required to be given to the commissioner as required by this article, no person shall operate any motor vehicle until such notice has been given.
Source: NYS Vehicle & Traffic Law § 509(9) (nysenate.gov)
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If you were charged with a VTL § 509(9) violation, the Benjamin Goldman Law Office can advise you. We can help with license and disability-notice matters across New York. Contact us for a complimentary consultation via our contact page.
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