NY DMV News

Warns New Yorkers About Scam Text Messages

The NY DMV issued an advisory warning New York residents about ongoing scam text campaigns targeting DMV customers. The warning advises consumers to be cautious of fraudulent messages claiming to be from the DMV and to avoid clicking suspicious links or providing personal information. No compliance obligations or regulatory requirements are imposed.

Distracted Driving Enforcement Campaign April 6-13

The NY DMV's Governor's Traffic Safety Committee announced a statewide distracted driving enforcement and awareness campaign running April 6-13. Law enforcement agencies across New York will conduct increased patrols and outreach during the campaign period to combat distracted driving. The initiative aims to reduce traffic violations and raise public awareness of the dangers of using mobile devices while operating a vehicle.

Governor Hochul Announces Partnership Between State Police and DFS to Combat Insurance Fraud

New York Governor Hochul announced a partnership between the State Police and the Department of Financial Services (DFS) to combat insurance fraud through specialized training. A symposium in July at the NYSP Academy in Albany will train 250 law enforcement personnel on detecting, investigating, and prosecuting financial crimes including auto insurance fraud. Insurance carriers reported 43,811 suspected motor vehicle fraud incidents to DFS in 2025, an 80 percent increase from 24,238 in 2020.

GTSC Drug-Impaired Driving Enforcement Campaign, Apr 14-20

The New York Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC), housed within NY DMV, announced a statewide drug-impaired driving prevention and enforcement campaign running April 14-20, 2025. The campaign aims to increase awareness and enforcement around drugged driving across New York State.