Late Taxes Could Mean Revoked License for New York State Drivers

Those who are late with their taxes owed to New York State may find they have lost their license to drive.

That’s part of a plan hammered out during budget negotiations last March.

The state tax department is sending out suspension notices to delinquent taxpayers. They will have 60 days to arrange a payment plan. If not, they will have another 15 days before their license is revoked until the debit is paid.

Those who lose their license may apply for a restricted version that will allow them to travel to and from work. Late taxpayers currently owe just over $1 billion to the state.