Is a Radar Detector Legal in NY? New York Rules Explained

New York Vehicle and Traffic Law § 397-a prohibits their use in vehicles above the statutory weight ratings. It does not set out a blanket prohibition for every passenger vehicle.

The statute applies to commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating above its stated commercial threshold. The presence of an operable, powered detector is presumptive evidence of use under the provision.

Yes. Section 397-a names both radar detectors and laser detectors in the covered vehicles.

Section 397-a says it does not authorize seizure or forfeiture of a detector unless another law provides otherwise. Read the full current statute for the applicable context.