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147 – 147

New York Vehicle & Traffic § 147

Statute Summary

NY VAT § 147 - Stop or stopping 147. Stop or stopping. When prohibited means any halting even momentarily of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the directions of a police officer or traffic-control sign or signal.

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 147 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.