New York State Traffic Ticket 375.30: Failure to Stop at a Red Signal

Violation: VTL §1111(d)(1) – Failure to stop at a red traffic signal or red stop sign.

Penalties:

• 3 points on license.
• Fine up to $150 (first offense).
• Second offense within 18 months: up to $200, possible 30-day suspension.
• Third offense within 18 months: up to $250, possible 60-day suspension.

Additional surcharges apply; commercial drivers face harsher penalties.

How to Avoid: Complete stop before stop line; wait for green; observe 3-second rule after green; stay alert.