Under VTL §1172-a, drivers must come to a full stop at every stop sign unless directed otherwise by police.
Penalties:
- First offense: 3 points, $243 fine, up to 15 days jail
- Second (18 months): +3 points, $393 fine, 45 days jail
- Third (18 months): +3 points, $543 fine, 90 days jail
Stop means stop—no rolling through.