VTL- Final Quizzer PT 1- Session 14 Flashcards

(48 cards)

1
Q

Which of the following are considered an Authorized Emergency Vehicle?
* A: Police Vehicle.
* B: Sanitation Patrol Vehicle.
* C: Police Bicycle.
* D: A and C only.
* E: All of the above.

A

E: All of the above

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Which of the following is not considered an emergency operation?
* A: Police vehicle responding to a call for service.
* B: An authorized emergency vehicle transporting prisoners.
* C: An authorized emergency vehicle returning from a call for service.
* D: An ambulance driver parking the ambulance while engaged in transporting a sick patient.

A

C: An authorized emergency vehicle returning from a call for service

VTL 114-B

Emergency operation does not include returning from a call for service

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According to the VTL, an intersection can be defined as the area embraced within the prolongation or connection of the lateral curb lines, or, if none, then the lateral boundary lines of the roadways of two highways which join one another at, or approximately at, right angles, or the area within which vehicles traveling upon different highways joining at any other angle may come in conflict.

  • A: true.
  • B: false.
A

A: True

VTL Section 120 has three definitions of an intersection. The question presented was Section A.

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Which of the following are defined as traffic in the Vehicle and Traffic Law?
* A: Ridden or herded animals.
* B: Pedestrians.
* C: Vehicles.
* D: Other conveyances either singly or together while using any highway for the purposes of travel.
* E: All of the above.

A

E: All of the above

VTL 152

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A herd of wild deer running across the roadway are considered traffic.
* A: true.
* B: false.

A

B: false

Herded animals are like a farmer’s sheep constitute traffic but not a wild herd

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The unlawful disposition of a traffic ticket is considered what type of crime?
* A: A violation.
* B: An E felony.
* C: An A misdemeanor.
* D: Not considered a crime.

A

C: An A misdemeanor

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Roger moves from Rhode Island to New York, according to the VTL, how long does Roger have to register his vehicle in New York once Roger becomes a resident of New York?

  • A: 60 days.
  • B: 30 days.
  • C: 45 days.
  • D: 20 days.
A

B: 30 days

According to Section 250 Sub 1 Paragraph 3.

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Tondelayo is an active duty soldier returning to New York State, how long does Tondelayo have to register her vehicle in New York State and how long does she have to get her New York License?

  • A: 45 days to register her vehicle and 60 days to obtain a New York State license.
  • B: 45 days to register her vehicle and 45 days to obtain her New York State license.
  • C: 60 days to register her vehicle and 60 days to obtain her New York State license.
  • D: 30 days to register her vehicle and 30 days to obtain her New York State license.
A

A: 45 days to register her vehicle and 60 days to obtain a New York State license

Refer to Section 251.

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Vehicles involved in a reportable accident that are able to be driven away from the scene must be re-inspected after how many days from the date of the accident?

  • A: 30 days.
  • B: 60 days.
  • C: 45 days.
  • D: It doesn’t have to be re-inspected.
A

B: 60 days

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According to the VTL, vehicle lights are required in the daytime if visibility is not clear for:

  • A: One thousand feet.
  • B: A half mile.
  • C: Seven hundred and fifty feet.
  • D: One mile.
A

A: One thousand feet

This is specified in Section 375.

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While overtaking another vehicle, motorists must use the lower beams when with how many feet of the other vehicle?

  • A: 500 feet.
  • B: 750 feet.
  • C: 200 feet.
  • D: 1000 feet.
A

C: 200 feet

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When approaching another vehicle head on, the lower beams must be on within 500 feet.

  • A: true.
  • B: false.
A

A: True

This is necessary to prevent blinding other drivers.

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The front windshield with the exception of the uppermost six inches of the windshield must have a light transmittance of what percentage?

  • A: 50 percent.
  • B: 65 percent.
  • C: 70 percent.
  • D: 90 percent.
A

C: 70 percent

See Section 375 Sub 12-1 for details.

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When an applicant applies to the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles for an exemption to the tinted windows restriction, the applicant must provide the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles with which of the following?

  • A: A Physician’s statement with the reason for the exemption.
  • B: The name of the individual with a medically necessary condition operating or transported in the vehicle.
  • C: The specific condition involved.
  • D: The minimum level of light required.
  • E: All of the above.
A

E: All of the above

VTL 375-12 C

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No vehicle shall be towed by a rope or other non-rigid connection which is longer than?

  • A: 25 feet.
  • B: 30 feet.
  • C: 10 feet.
  • D: 16 feet.
A

D: 16 feet

This is outlined in Section 375 Sub 29-D.

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Tondelayo purchases a school bus from the Minisink Valley School District and converts the school bus to a personal bus. How long does Tondelayo have to change the color of the paint from national school bus chrome to another color on the bus after relicensing the school bus?

  • A: Within 15 days.
  • B: Within 30 days.
  • C: Within 45 days.
  • D: The color of the paint doesn’t have to be changed.
A

A: Within 15 days

This is required after relicensing the school bus.

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The rays of the rear lamp shall shine upon the license plate on the rear of a motorcycle in such a manner as to render the numerals thereon visible at what distance?

  • A: At least 200 feet.
  • B: At least 50 feet.
  • C: At least 100 feet.
  • D: At least 250 feet.
A

B: At least 50 feet

Refer to Section 381 Sub 1 of the VTL.

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The light on the front lamp or lamps of a motorcycle shall be visible at what distance in the direction in which the motorcycle is proceeding?

  • A: 500 feet.
  • B: 750 feet.
  • C: 200 feet.
  • D: 350 feet.
A

C: 200 feet

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Dollys used to transport damaged vehicles must be secured by chains or cables.

  • A: true.
  • B: false.
A

A: true

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Roger is driving his car and causes an accident due to driving with inadequate brakes. What should Roger be charged with?

  • A: A felony.
  • B: A Traffic Infraction.
  • C: A Misdemeanor.
  • D: A or C only depending on the amount of property damage.
A

C: A Misdemeanor

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While driving down Main Street, Tondelayo crashes into a parked car and drives away without stopping. Lieutenant Sullivan stops Tondelayo after she drove away. What should Lieutenant Sullivan charge Tondelayo with?

  • A: A felony.
  • B: A Traffic Infraction.
  • C: A misdemeanor.
  • D: A or C depending on the damage to the vehicle.
A

B: A Traffic Infraction only

22
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Roger is issued a summons for having a defective front head light on his Corvette by Officer Jones. Officer Jones advised Roger that if he has the headlight repaired and inspected in the prescribed time allotted by law, the summons will be dismissed by the Court. What is the prescribed outlined time in the Vehicle and Traffic Law?

  • A: Not later than one half hour after sunset on the first full business day after the issuance of the summons and proof that the repair was made.
  • B: In the discretion of the Court, submission of the vehicle to the Court for inspection not later than two business days since the issuance of the summons.
  • C: In the discretion of the Court, the vehicle must be inspected within one week of the issuance of the summons.
  • D: In the discretion of the Court, the operator has fifteen days to have the vehicle inspected.
A

A: Not later than one half hour after sunset on the first full business day after the issuance of the summons and proof that the repair was made.

This is outlined in Section 376-A Sub 5 VI.

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No person shall operate a motorcycle on a public highway on which the handle bars or grips are more than the height of the operator’s:

  • A: Eyes.
  • B: Head.
  • C: Shoulders.
  • D: Waist.
A

C: Shoulders

Section 381-5

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A motorcycle operating on a public highway must be equipped with which of the following?

  • A: One red reflector on the rear.
  • B: A Horn.
  • C: Goggles or a face shield.
  • D: All of the above.
A

D: All of the above

VTL 381

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The front headlight of a motorcycle must have a reflector built into the headlight. * A: true. * B: false.
A: true
26
Roger knowingly makes a false statement in his application for a license with the DMV. The license application was issued by the Commissioner of the D.M.V. If caught, what could Roger be tried with? * A: A Felony. * B: A Misdemeanor. * C: A Traffic Infraction. * D: All of the above.
B: A Misdemeanor
27
Roger works for Smith’s Towing Company and repossesses Tondelayo’s Ferrari. Once Roger takes possession of the Ferrari, Roger must: * A: Immediately notify Tondelayo of the repossession. * B: Enter the repossession into E-Justice so the vehicle cannot be reported as stolen. * C: Personally notify the local police department of the repossession. * D: B and C only.
C: Personally notify the local police department of the repossession
28
It is legal to tow a disabled vehicle over 65 feet long more than ten miles on a highway when appropriate. * A: true. * B: false.
B: false ## Footnote It is legal to tow this disabled vehicle on the highway but **NOT MORE THAN 10 MILES**
29
An overweight vehicle on a highway can be directed up to what distance to the next New York State weighing station? * A: 250 miles. * B: 3 miles. * C: Any distance to the next weigh station. * D: Must exit the highway at the next exit.
B: 3 miles
30
Roger hires Tondelayo to be a driving instructor at his driving school. Roger knew that Tondelayo was a convicted felon prior to hiring her. If caught, what could Roger be charged with? * A: A felony. * B: Administrative suspension of his instructor certificate. * C: A Misdemeanor. * D: A and B only.
C: A Misdemeanor charge
31
Which of the following is not considered a motor vehicle operated for hire? * A: A trailer. * B: A limousine. * C: A Tow Truck. * D: A taxicab.
A: A trailer
32
Roger is stopped for speeding by Police Officer Jones, and through the course of Officer Jones’ investigation, it is determined that Roger is operating a vehicle with a defaced vehicle identification number. Officer Jones’ next course of action should be? * A: Seize Roger’s vehicle. * B: Arrest Roger and charge him with a B felony. * C: Arrest Roger and charge him with a B misdemeanor. * D: Arrest Roger and charge him with an E felony.
A: Seize Roger’s vehicle
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If the owner of an impounded motor vehicle or trailer cannot be ascertained, the impounded motor vehicle or trailed shall be disposed of by? * A: Scrapped at a local junkyard. * B: Donated to a local family in need. * C: Sold to the highest bidder at a public auction. * D: Held in the local police department impound yard until the owner is located.
C: Sold to the highest bidder at a public auction
34
A person who knowingly sells a fraudulent registration should be charged with what type of crime? * A: An A misdemeanor. * B: An E felony. * C: A D felony. * D: A B misdemeanor.
B: An E felony ## Footnote This is specified in Section 426 of the VTL.
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An operator with a Class C license may not operate a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of more than? * A: 10,000 pounds. * B: 15,000 pounds. * C: 26,000 pounds. * D: 35,000 pounds.
C: 26,000 pounds ## Footnote This is regulated under Section 501 iii.
36
In order to operate a vehicle pulling double or triple trailers, the operator must possess which endorsement? * A: H endorsement. * B: T endorsement. * C: N endorsement. * D: P endorsement.
B: T endorsement | VTL 501
37
Roger is operating a vehicle carry metal coils, Roger is required to possess what type of endorsement? * A: An N endorsement. * B: A P endorsement. * C: A metal coil endorsement. * D: An X endorsemen
C: Metal Coil Endorsement | VTL 501
38
Roger is transporting hazardous materials. What type of endorsement is Roger required to possess. * A: An H endorsement. * B: A P endorsement. * C: An X endorsement. * D: A T endorsement.
A: H endorsement for **TRANSPORTING** hazardous material.
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What type of endorsement is required to operate a tank vehicle? * A: An X endorsement. * B: An N endorsement. * C: A Y endorsement. * D: A P endorsement.
B: N endorsement | VTL 501
40
Roger owns a towing service and tows vehicles for the local police department. In order to operate a tow truck, Roger must possess what type of endorsement? * A: A W endorsement. * B: An X endorsement. * C: A T endorsement. * D: A P endorsement.
A: W endorsement.
41
Roger is transporting hazardous materials in his personal vehicle. What type of endorsement is Roger required to possess? * A: No endorsement as he’s using his personal vehicle. * B: An H endorsement. * C: A T endorsement. * D: A P endorsement.
B: H endorsement-once again, **transporting **hazardous material.
42
Tondelayo is transporting twelve passengers in a stretch limousine to Yankee Stadium. Tondelayo is required to possess what type of endorsement to transport her passengers in the stretch limousine? * A: A P endorsement. * B: A T endorsement. * C: An X endorsement. * D: A W endorsement.
A: A P endorsement
43
Roger drives a school bus for the Minisink Valley School District. What type of endorsement is Roger required to possess? * A: An X endorsement. * B: A Y endorsement. * C: An S endorsement. * D: A P endorsement.
C: An S endorsement ## Footnote This endorsement is specifically for school bus operation.
44
Which endorsement is required to combine an H and N endorsement? * A: Y endorsement. * B: X endorsement. * C: P endorsement. * D: T endorsement.
B: X endorsement ## Footnote This allows for operation of multiple vehicle types.
45
A C.D.L. license shall be revoked if the licensee commits a felony regarding a commercial vehicle. * A: true. * B: false.
A: true | VTL 510
46
What does VTL 1144-a state regarding Operation of Vehicles when Approaching a Parked, Stopped or Standing Emergency Vehicle or Hazard Vehicle?
* Every operator shall exercise due care to avoid a collision when an emergency vehicle or hazard vehicle is parked, stopped or standing, on a highway or shoulder displaying its emergency lights or hazard lights * Operators must move from the lane that contains the emergency or hazard vehicle or from the lane immediately adjacent to the shoulder if these vehicles are on the shoulder while complying with other VTL laws
47
What are some of the important notes/ popular 1192 subdivisions?
* Subdivision 2 - Agg DWI: .18 BAC with child 15 years or less in the vehicle * Subdivision 4 - Driving Impaired with Combined Infulence of Alcohol and Drugs * Subdivision 8 - DWI by Persons Less Than 21 * Subdivision 12 - Procedurally when a DWI results in SPI or Death this should be clearly indicated on the accusatory instrument with "SPI" or "D". Failure to does not affect the charge though * If a person has an out-of-state conviction for a drinking and driving offense which would be a felony or misdemeanor in NYS this shall be considered a previous conviction for charges in NYS * If a person less than 21 has a previous consuming alcohol offense per 1194-a it shall be deemed a conviction of 1192-1 in determining length of suspension * If a person less than 21's only charge is 1192-a .02-.07 it can be dealt with by DMV rather than courts * If a person with a NYS license is made a YO or JD regarding Alcohol or Drug related driving they shall have the 1 year suspension applied * The escalating 1193 Subd 1c sanctions for prior convictions are: 1. (1) within 10 years = E Felony 2. (2) within 10 years = D Felony 3. (3) within 15 years = D Felony
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What is the evidentiary weight given to the various BAC levels according to 1195 of the VTL?
* .05% or lower BAC: Prima Facie- **Not Impaired, Not Intoxicated** * More than .05% but less than .07% BAC: Prima Facie- **Not Intoxicated, Relevant Impaired** * More than .07% but less than .08% BAC: Prima Facie- **Not Intoxicated**, Prima Facie- **Impaired** * .08% or more BAC per se **Intox & per se against the law** ## Footnote * **Prima Facie** : Sufficient for case to proceed, does not mean defendant is guilty, but is legally sufficient until rebutted by defense * **Per Se**: Inherently or by itself * **Relevant impaired** means such evidence shall be relevant evidence, but shall not be given prima facie effect, in determining whether the ability of such person to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by the consumption of alcohol