How does congestion pricing work? What to know about license plate readers

NEW YORK (PIX11) – Congestion pricing is officially in effect in New York City as of Sunday.

You'll pay a $9 once-daily toll during peak hours when entering Manhattan's Central Business District – but how exactly does it work?

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Overhead license plate readers have been installed at 60th Street and all roads below it, according to the MTA. The readers scan your license plate as you pass through it, as well as the date, time and location, according to the NYCLU.