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What is careless driving?
Careless driving generally is a lesser criminal charge than reckless driving and involves a driver who fails to exercize due care while on the road. Motorists may be cited for careless driving for reading while behind the wheel or otherwise failing to pay attention to the road.
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A hit and run accident occurs when one party to a traffic accident leaves the scene before police arrive. The penalty can be anything from a fine to jail time.
→ Read MoreI was charged with reckless driving. What does this mean?
Reckless driving is a criminal offense for operating a car or other type of vehicle in a manner which endangers other drivers or pedestrians. While the punishment for reckless driving varies from state to state, it can include jail or prison time and substantial fines.
→ Read MoreWhat if I received a DUI in one state and then moved to another without taking care of it?
If you received a DUI in the state you formerly lived in and did not take steps to take care of the violation, there is very likely a warrant for your arrest in your former state based on a ‘failure to appear in court’ violation (known as FTA). Even though you are now living in another state, the state that you got the DUI in will still require that you take necessary steps as ordered by their state’s court. In fact, if you are pulled over in another state, you’ll likely be arrested and, perhaps, extradited to your former state.
→ Read MoreCan you ask to see the radar gun when getting a speeding ticket? (2024 Driver Rights)
In general, a speeding motorist is not legally entitled to see the radar gun used to pull him over. If you ask the police officer to show you the radar gun, s/he will typically only show you as a courtesy, or at times in order to deter future speeding.
→ Read MoreWho has access to my driving record? And how long do violations stay on a driving record?
Your driving record is immediately accessible for viewing by the Department of Motor Vehicles and law enforcement officials, such as police officers during a traffic stop. Others may access your driving record if they have good legal cause or your permission to do so. Anyone doing a background check on you, for example, may view your driving record.
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