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DMV Regulations

The Regulations of the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles (NYCRR Title 15) and all New York State Codes, Rules, and Regulations (NYCRR) are available online through the New York State Department of State.

The Vehicle and Traffic Law is available online through The NYS Legislature (scroll down to VAT).

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