New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation authorizing New York City to require certain repeat speeding offenders to install Intelligent Speed Assistance devices in their vehicles.
Legislation Targets Repeat Camera Violations
The new law, known as the “Super Speeder Crackdown,” applies to drivers who accumulate 16 or more speeding violations captured by school zone or red light cameras within a 12-month period. Affected drivers must install the speed-limiting technology within 45 days of receiving their 16th ticket. The measure was introduced by state Rep. Martha Deuter and passed both chambers of the legislature earlier this year.
Device Requirements and Cost
Under the statute, drivers subject to the requirement will be responsible for purchasing and installing a device priced at approximately $1,500. The technology uses GPS to monitor vehicle speed and prevents the vehicle from exceeding posted limits. The law takes effect in 2028 and applies only to New York City as part of a pilot program.
Background and Legislative Intent
State officials said traditional penalties such as license suspension have not been sufficient to deter some chronic offenders. The new requirement is included in the FY27 enacted budget’s public safety package and is intended to address drivers who continue to receive camera-based violations despite prior enforcement actions.