If you are currently suspended for failing to pay New York State taxes, before you may proceed with applying for a new driver license, you must contact the NY State Department of Tax and Finance (DTF) or call (518) 862-6000 to make a payment and to have the suspension cleared.
- How do I talk to a person at NY DMV?
- How do I clear a suspended registration in NY?
- How do you lift a suspended license?
- How long can your license be suspended in NY?
How do I talk to a person at NY DMV?
If you need to speak to a live customer service representative in the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles customer service you need to dial 1-518-486-9786 or 1-800-698-2931.
How do I clear a suspended registration in NY?
To clear a suspended registration, a driver must first check with the DMV to figure out the reason for the suspension. Then he/she must resolve the underlying problem. For example, a driver who failed to pay the registration fee can make that payment and then pay the reinstatement fee.
How do you lift a suspended license?
If your license is suspended solely for unpaid court debt and it IS expired or otherwise needs to be updated (for example, you lost it or you need to update your “proof of legal presence”), your suspension will be lifted and reinstatement fee waived BUT you will likely need to contact the DMV to renew your license and ...
How long can your license be suspended in NY?
The suspension is typically for 60 days. Accumulation of points. In NY, after accumulating 11 points or three speeding tickets within 18 months your driving privileges will be suspended. The 18-month period will begin from the date of the first violation, not the date of being found (or pleading) guilty.