N.Y. Vehicle & Traffic Law Section 1263
Carrying articles

No person riding or leading a horse shall carry any package, bundle, or article which prevents such person from keeping at least one hand upon the reins.

Source: Section 1263 — Carrying articles, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/VAT/1263 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Nov. 1, 2025).

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