CDL holders are subject to the same point system as other drivers in New York: 11 points within 18 months can result in a suspension of a NY license. Drivers whose license is issued in another state can have their right to drive in NY suspended should they be convicted of 11 points-worth of traffic violations in 18 months. Regardless of points, a CDL holder can have his/her commercial license (not the personal license) suspended upon conviction of two or more serious traffic violations within 3 years.