What does blocking the box mean in traffic?
What does blocking the box mean in traffic?
Blocking the box, or gridlocking, occurs when you enter an intersection (called a “box” in traffic terms) knowing that the intersection is highly congested and you may not be able to clear it before the traffic light turns red.
What is the law about blocking the box?
Blocking the box or the New York gridlocking law is outlined in Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) § 1175, which prohibits drivers from entering an intersection when there is not enough room beyond the far cross walk to proceed without blocking the intersection.
How does blocking the box affect my license?
Motorists that are stuck in the middle of an intersection end up obstructing the flow of traffic coming in the other direction. If you are caught blocking the box you will be handed a summons and have to pay a substantial fine. How does blocking the box affect my license?
What’s the maximum fine for blocking a box?
For years blocking the box violations were classified as moving violations, carried a maximum fine of $150 and 2 points on your license. A moving violation coupled with points can have a negative effect on your insurance.
For years blocking the box violations were classified as moving violations, carried a maximum fine of $150 and 2 points on your license. A moving violation coupled with points can have a negative effect on your insurance.
Motorists that are stuck in the middle of an intersection end up obstructing the flow of traffic coming in the other direction. If you are caught blocking the box you will be handed a summons and have to pay a substantial fine. How does blocking the box affect my license?
Blocking the box or the New York gridlocking law is outlined in Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) § 1175, which prohibits drivers from entering an intersection when there is not enough room beyond the far cross walk to proceed without blocking the intersection.
How to contact the Central Violations Bureau ( CVB )?
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