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Why is the New York course so long?
I started the New York course for a ticket I got in Manhattan. Why does it have to be 320 minutes?
Hello Aaron, Good question. New York DMV's Point and Insurance Reduction Program (PIRP) is set at 320 minutes (about 5 hours, 20 minutes) by state law — this is the minimum required to qualify for both the 4-point reduction and the 10 percent insurance discount. Important details: - The 320 minutes is timed actively — you cannot fast-forward - The course can be split across multiple days - The 4-point reduction and 10 percent discount apply automatically once you pass If you step away, the timer pauses. Most students complete the course over 2 or 3 sessions. New York PIRP (Point and Insurance Reduction Program) Please let us know if you have any further questions!