With the 2026 NY DMV point system changes extending the look-back period to 24 months, Brooklyn-based Law Office James Medows/845-TICKETS is helping drivers understand the risks of traffic violations and potential license suspensions at the NYC Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB).
New York City, New York, United States, 14th Oct 2026 – Following significant changes to the New York State DMV point system and the introduction of a new street-safety initiative, Law Office James Medows/845-TICKETS is urging New York City drivers to seek legal guidance before pleading guilty to any moving violation. The new “10-Point Rule,” which reportedly took effect earlier this year, combined with Zohran Mamdani’s newly introduced “Vision Zero Reimagined” initiative—which outlines additional traffic-safety measures, particularly an increased focus on “Failure to Yield” violations—could make it easier for drivers to face license suspensions due to accumulated points.
Under the new regulations, the NY DMV lowered the license suspension threshold from 11 points to 10 points. The state also extended the “look-back” period from 18 months to 24 months. Combined with increased attention to “Failure to Yield” violations and point penalties for common infractions—such as certain speeding violations and improper cell phone use—drivers who simply pay a ticket online may face unexpected consequences, including potential license suspension.
“For years, New Yorkers treated a traffic ticket as a driving expense—you pay the fine and move on. Under the new 10-point rule and increased attention to failure-to-yield violations, that approach could put your driving privileges at risk,” said James Medows, lead attorney and founder of Law Office James Medows/845-TICKETS. “Because the DMV is now looking back two full years, a failure-to-yield ticket combined with an earlier violation could contribute to a suspension and significant Driver Responsibility Assessment (DRA) fees. Drivers should understand the potential consequences before deciding to plead guilty.”
The NYC TVB Difference
Unlike local municipal courts in upstate New York or Long Island, tickets issued within New York City’s five boroughs are handled by the Traffic Violations Bureau (TVB). The TVB generally prohibits plea bargaining, meaning an attorney cannot simply negotiate a speeding ticket carrying points down to a zero-point parking violation.
To achieve a favorable outcome in NYC, an attorney must challenge the evidence, cross-examine the police officer when appropriate, and seek a “Not Guilty” verdict or dismissal. While the TVB process presents unique challenges for drivers and attorneys alike, Law Office James Medows/845-TICKETS focuses specifically on NYC traffic ticket defense. Backed by more than 2,100 five-star Google reviews, the firm manages the process so clients can receive legal representation without having to appear in court themselves when permitted.
“When you are facing a TVB hearing, increased attention to failure-to-yield violations, and a 24-month point window, you need legal counsel who understands the specific procedures involved in NYC traffic ticket cases,” Medows added.
Law Office James Medows/845-TICKETS offers free, no-obligation case reviews for drivers cited for failure to yield, speeding, cell phone use, red light camera violations, reckless driving, and other traffic offenses across all five boroughs, Long Island, Nassau County, and Westchester.
Drivers who have recently received a citation are encouraged to contact the firm promptly to understand their options and avoid missing applicable response deadlines.
About Law Office James Medows/845-TICKETS
Law Office James Medows/845-TICKETS is a traffic defense law firm based in Brooklyn, NY. Open six days a week, the firm is dedicated to defending New Yorkers against police-issued traffic tickets, helping clients address point accumulation, reduce the risk of insurance increases, and protect their driving privileges. Known as “NY’s Traffic Lawyer,” James Medows has helped thousands of clients pursue dismissals and navigate the potential consequences of the NY DMV point system.
For more information or to request a free case review, visit https://trafficticketlawyernewyork.com/ or call 845-TICKETS.
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NY Traffic Ticket Lawyer James Medows Warns Drivers About NY DMV’s New 10-Point Rule
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