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Key New York rules at a glance

Extracted directly from the official DMV handbook. Values left blank aren't explicitly stated in the handbook.

Adult BAC limit
0.08%
Under-21 BAC limit
0.02%
Point system
11 or more points within 18 months triggers suspension notification
Teen curfew
9pm-5am (varies by region; NYC/Long Island/Upstate)
Teen passenger limit
Junior: no more than one passenger under 21 unless immediate family or supervising parent
Cell phone (teen)
Texting/cell phone violation = 120-day suspension of junior permit/license
Cell phone (adult)
Hand-held mobile devices illegal while driving
Right turn on red
allowed unless posted; PROHIBITED in NYC unless sign permits
Move-over law
yes - must exercise care to avoid colliding with stopped emergency vehicles
Open container
prohibited - illegal to drink or possess open container in vehicle on roadway
Child seat
Under 4 in federally approved child seat; rear-facing until age 2; ages 4-7 in booster; ages 8-15 must wear seat belt

Notable New York-specific rules

  • Junior license (Class DJ) for 16-17 year olds with NYC/Long Island/Upstate region-specific restrictions
  • Aggravated DWI threshold at 0.18 BAC
  • School bus drivers cannot turn right on red on any signal
  • Zero Tolerance: under 21 with .02-.07 BAC = 6-month suspension

Chapter 1 Junior Operator Restrictions; Chapter 2 Point System; Chapter 8 Seat Belts; Alcohol/Drugs section

About the New York DMV test

The New York DMV written knowledge test has 20 questions. You need to answer 14 correctly (70%) to pass and get your NY driver's license or learner's permit.

Our AI-powered practice tests mirror the exact format of the real exam. Every question includes an instant explanation so you understand the why behind each answer — not just memorization.

NY note: Must answer at least 2 of 4 road sign questions correctly; lowest passing score (70%)

Official New York DMV resources

New York DMV test FAQ

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¿Cuál es el límite de concentración de alcohol en sangre (BAC) para conductores menores de 21 años en Nueva York?

El límite de BAC para conductores menores de 21 años en Nueva York es 0.02%, conocido como la Ley de Tolerancia Cero. Cualquier conductor menor de 21 años con un BAC de 0.02% o superior tendrá su licencia suspendida automáticamente.

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¿Cuántos puntos puede acumular en una licencia de Nueva York antes de la suspensión?

Una licencia de conductor de Nueva York será suspendida cuando acumules 11 o más puntos dentro de un período de 18 meses. Los puntos van desde 2 (uso de teléfono celular) hasta 11 puntos (exceso de velocidad de más de 40 mph sobre el límite).

NY-specific

¿Cuáles son las restricciones en una licencia junior de Nueva York (Clase DJ) para conductores menores de 18 años?

Los titulares de licencia junior menores de 18 años no pueden usar ningún teléfono celular o dispositivo electrónico (incluyendo manos libres) mientras conducen, no pueden conducir entre las 9 PM y las 5 AM (o 9 PM a 6 AM durante el horario de verano), y no pueden llevar pasajeros menores de 21 años excepto miembros de la familia inmediata.

How many questions are on the New York DMV test?

The New York DMV written test has 20 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, safe driving, and state-specific rules.

What score do I need to pass the NY DMV test?

You need to answer 14 questions correctly, which is 70%. Our practice tests match this exact format.

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