What Constitutes a Moving Violation?
Drivers are cited for moving violations on a regular basis. The most common moving violation is speeding. Even if a driver is only going three or four miles over the speed limit, he is breaking the law and will be issued a ticket should he be pulled over. Moving violations are the same in every state, though fines will vary.
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Definition
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A moving violation is any violation of a traffic law when your vehicle is in motion. A moving violation may be anything from running a stop sign to drunk driving. If your car is not in motion when the violation occurs, it is not a moving violation. An example would be parking in a fire lane.
Consequences
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Moving violations are ticketed and are punishable by law. Different types of moving violations come with different punishments. Running a red light or a stop sign will result in a ticket for the driver of the vehicle so long as the driver of the vehicle has no outstanding warrants. Drunk driving will result in an immediate arrest.
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Effects
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Moving violations such as a speeding ticket are easily handled: Drivers must pay the fine associated with the ticket. Points are added onto the license of the ticketed driver. Any driver with more than 20 points will automatically lose her license. Drivers who receive speeding tickets may take an online driver's course, for a fee, that will prevent points from being added onto their license provided the driver hasn't already taken the online course already that year.
Failure to Pay Tickets
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Tickets must be paid within 60 days of issuance. Failure to pay the fine for a moving violation will result in an arrest warrant being issued and a court date for which you will have to appear.
Warning
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Most moving violations do not require a court appearance provided the fines are paid within the allotted time frame. Serious moving violations, such as drunk driving, leaving the scene of an accident and driving while under the influence of drugs will result in an immediate arrest and a requisite court appearance.
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References
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