New York State Laws
With the disclaimer that North County ATV Association NYTRO of Easter NY a Division of NYTRO Inc. are not attorneys and can not give legal advice, at popular request here's a list of some of the pertinent New York State Statutes affecting ATV and OHM recreation (the basis for some of the content of the above linked DMV publication):
"Registration of All Terrain Vehicles" Article 48-B of NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law.
Rules for Operation of All Terrain Vehicles" Article 48-C of NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law.Federal
Regulations Title 40 205.166 Noise Emissions Standards " referred to in V&T Article 48-C, S2405(b).
Conditions on Real Property" Title 1, section 9-103 of General Obligations Law, a.k.a. "Hold Harmless Statute"
Conservation Areas and Facilities; Private Refuges and Posted Lands" Title 21, EnCon Law.
Equipment of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles" Article 9 of V&T Law. Enduro heroes: see Section 391.
New York State Department of Motor Vehicle
comprehensive guide to the basics of ATV owner responsibilities,Publication C-29 . We recommend to anyone who owns an ATV or trail bike, to study and keep for reference a copy of this document.
County Laws
Suffolk County ATV Law, Local Law 29-1998" notably impoundment and fines for illegal use.
Truth in Selling Law, Local Law 18-2000" requires that ATV/OHM dealer in Suffolk Co. to make it clear to purchasers of ATVs about the special Suffolk County ATV Law.
Law To Strengthen Enforcement Penalties for ATVs, Local Law 27-2002" adds such things to the existing only-of-its-kind local ATV law as a $3,000 redemption fee for impounded ATVs, among other increased fines.
Rensselaer County ATV Law of 2003 We are in process of obtaining the text of this county law
Jefferson County ATV Law We are in process of obtaining the text of this county law
Stay on the trail and respect the land and the landowner! OVH Ridding is a privilege, not a right!