ADVISORY: SCPD advisory to the public regarding new penalties for young drivers who use cell phones or text while driving.
Dear Nixle User,
Penalties for probationary and junior drivers with a Class DJ or MJ driver license or learner permit:
Effective November 1, 2014, the first conviction of a cell phone use or texting violation will result in a suspension of the driver license or permit for 120 days.
A second conviction within six months of the restoration of the license or permit (after the 120 day suspension is terminated) will result in:
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A revocation of a least one year of a probationary license, or
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A revocation of at least one year for a Class DJ or MJ driver license or learner permit.
To see the full text of new penalties and fines:
http://dmv.ny.gov/tickets/cell-phone-use-texting
http://www.safeny.ny.gov/phon-ndx.htm
