So, how do radar detectors actually work? It's pretty cool, really: they use a receiver to pick up on radar signals, which are then decoded to figure out what type of radar is being used. And, with some of the fancier models, you can even get real-time updates on where the radar is coming from - it's like having your own personal spider sense!
Amazon.com: Radar Detector X/K/Ka Band & Laser Detection, detectable
But, let's get back to New York - what are the consequences of getting caught with a hardwired radar detector? Well, it's not the end of the world, but you could be looking at a pretty hefty fine. And, if you're using a laser jammer, you could even be facing criminal charges - yikes!
