ยง 1165. Method  of  giving  hand-and-arm  signals.  All signals herein
  required given by hand and arm shall be given from the left side of  the
  vehicle  in  the  following  manner  and  such signals shall indicate as
  follows:
1. Left turn. Hand and arm extended horizontally.
2. Right turn. Hand and arm extended upward.
3. Stop or decrease speed. Hand and arm extended downward.
Structure New York Laws
Article 28 - Turning and Starting and Signals on Stopping and Turning
1160 - Required Position and Method of Turning at Intersections.
1161 - U Turns in Certain Areas Prohibited.
1162 - Starting Parked Vehicle.
1163 - Turning Movements and Required Signals.
1164 - Signals by Hand and Arm or Signal Lamps.