Data extracted from records of convictions on file with NYS DMV. The convictions were from traffic tickets issued to motorists for violations of:— NYS Vehicle & Traffic Law (VTL),— Thruway Rules and Regulations— Tax Law— Transportation Law— Parks and Recreation Regulations— Local New York City Traffic Ordinances and— NYS Penal Law pertaining to the involvement of a motor vehicle in acts of assault, homicide, manslaughter and criminal negligence resulting in injury or death.