Drivers with a high number of moving violations, like speeding and drunken driving, already can have their license suspended or revoked. But speeding and red-light camera tickets are tied to the vehicle, not the driver, so violations caught on camera do not count toward an individual’s license record. Mayor Bill de Blasio, who also supports the legislation, has made street safety a top priority. The city also recently announced the formation of a special force of 100 police officers charged with enforcing traffic rules. “This is an area where more work needs to be done, drivers need to drive safely and responsibly, and there needs to be more accountability,” said Polly Trottenberg, the city’s transportation commissioner.

Source: New York Times February 10, 2020 07:52 UTC