The NYS law requires drivers to use their headlights when visibility is less than:
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500 feet.
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3,000 feet.
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1,000 feet.
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200 feet.
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Explanation
The law in New York State requires you to turn on your headlights when visibility is less than 1,000 feet. However, this doesn't mean you can always use high beams. You should switch to low beams when you are within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or 200 feet of a vehicle ahead of you.
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