What's happening
This bill requires that the thirty-foot parking restriction near stop signs on state highways be clearly posted beneath the signs.
Why it matters
Reduces ambiguity and unintentional violations. By requiring the 30-foot parking restriction to be clearly posted under stop signs on state highways, drivers will have immediate, visible reminders, which could prevent accidental tickets and confusion—especially for out-of-town or infrequent drivers.
Improves fairness and transparency in enforcement. Clear signage means drivers are less likely to be cited for violating a rule they didn’t know about, potentially reducing disputes and appeals related to parking tickets near stop signs.
Promotes safer intersections. Enhanced awareness of parking restrictions near stop signs may improve sightlines for drivers and pedestrians, reducing the likelihood of accidents caused by vehicles parked too close to intersections.
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Post Parking Rule on Stop Signs
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- Referred to transportation
- Referred to transportation
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STATE OF NEW YORK
796
2017-2018 Regular Sessions
IN ASSEMBLY
January 9, 2017
Introduced by M. of A. PRETLOW -- read once and referred to the Committee on Transportation
AN ACT to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to parking near a stop sign
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. Subparagraph c of paragraph 2 of subdivision (a) of section 1202 of the vehicle and traffic law, as amended by chapter 679 of the laws of 1970, is amended to read as follows:
c. Within thirty feet upon the approach to any flashing signal, stop or yield sign or traffic-control signal located at the side of the roadway, unless a different distance is indicated by official signs, markings or parking meters. The commissioner shall ensure that notification of the distance requirement established by this section is conspicuously posted beneath any stop sign posted on a state highway;
§ 2. This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law. Effective immediately, the commissioner of motor vehicles may begin the installation of any signs required as a result of this act.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD05212-01-7
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