Traffic Law and Highway Safety Flashcards

Under New York Vehicle and Traffic Law, what is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for non-commercial adult drivers?

Answer: 0.08%

New York law sets the legal BAC limit for adult non-commercial drivers at 0.08%, above which a driver is considered legally impaired.

What is the NYSP procedure when a trooper observes a vehicle driving erratically on a highway?

Answer: Initiate a traffic stop using lights and siren

A trooper who observes erratic driving should activate emergency lights and siren to initiate a lawful traffic stop to investigate potential impairment or other violations.

What does a 'field sobriety test' (FST) assess during a DWI stop?

Answer: Physical and cognitive impairment due to alcohol or drugs

Standardized field sobriety tests (SFST) such as the walk-and-turn and one-leg stand measure physical coordination and cognitive ability to detect impairment.

Which New York law governs the operation of motor vehicles on public highways?

Answer: New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL)

The New York Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) is the primary statute governing the operation, registration, and licensing of motor vehicles throughout the state.

What is the minimum following distance a driver should maintain at highway speeds in normal conditions?

Answer: Three seconds

Drivers are generally advised to maintain at least a three-second following distance at highway speeds to allow adequate stopping time.

Under New York's Move Over Law, what must drivers do when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with lights activated?

Answer: Move to the far left lane or reduce speed by 20 mph below the posted limit

New York's Move Over Law requires drivers to change lanes away from the stopped vehicle or, if unable to change lanes safely, slow down significantly.