While section 1110a – disobeying a traffic device – may may seem like a minor violation, it can carry significant consequences for professional drivers working the bustling streets of New York City. For drivers licensed by the city’s Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC), the implications of an 1110a ticket are twofold: the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) assigns two points to the driver’s license AND the TLC counts these two points against their TLC record. This can have a substantial impact on a driver’s career, affecting their ability to work and earn a living.

In such situations, it is crucial for taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers to find a qualified lawyer – someone with a deep understanding of the laws that affect our industry and significant experience protecting the rights of drivers. Whether the ticket is issued by an NYPD officer or another law enforcement agent (in NYC or elsewhere in the state), a knowledgeable attorney can make a huge difference in the outcome of a given case.

If you are reading this and have received a VTL section 1110a ticket, I strongly urge you to reach out to me for a free initial consultation.

Thank you for reading my article. Stay well and stay safe out there…

Article by Michael Spevack

A 1992 graduate of NYU School of Law, Michael Spevack has been a lawyer in good standing in New York State since 1993. He has been helping NYC for-hire vehicle drivers since 1995, when he opened his own law firm. Mr. Spevack can be reached at 212.754.1011; he also welcomes visitors at his office: 3100 47th Avenue, Suite 3100, Long Island City, NY 11101

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