The NYPD recently implemented a new policy of issuing criminal summonses to cyclists for minor infractions, like rolling through a stop sign or crossing a red light, while drivers committing similar offenses still receive only traffic tickets. This policy, which can lead to serious legal consequences, has sparked concern among cycling advocates.

What You Can Do:

• Sign the "Biking Is Not a Crime" petition from Transportation Alternatives.

• Contact your City Council member to voice your concerns. Find your council member here. 

• Urge your state senator and Assembly member to co-sponsor the "Idaho Stop" bill (S639/A7071).

• Tell the Mayor to push for long-promised rule changes, like treating red lights as stop signs at T-intersections.

Read the full article for more details: The NYPD is Criminalizing Cycling, Here's What You Can Do