One of the most common traffic offenses is speeding. It is especially easy to lose sight of the speed at which one is driving on highways. Penalties for speeding include:
North Carolina law defines reckless driving as: “driving a vehicle upon a highway or public area carelessly and heedlessly in willful or wanton disregard of the rights or safety of others,” which is quite a broad definition.
It can be disadvantageous for drivers who fall on the lower end of the infraction. A police officer who observes the act will determine if it is reckless driving based on whether they think it is endangering others.
It is always better to drive carefully and avoid tailgating, illegally passing other vehicles or failing to give the right of way when required.
Penalties for reckless driving include:
If you drive with a suspended license, you will face harsher penalties, including a class 3 misdemeanor, jail time and hundreds of dollars in fines.
Suppose you drive without the required insurance in North Carolina. In that case, the state can suspend your vehicle registration immediately, and you may face probation and a fine.
The long-term consequences of traffic offenses are severe, and the penalties are harsh and get worse with each offense.
Note that in some cases, your insurance provider will drop you altogether. In these cases, getting insurance with other providers can be extremely difficult, especially if you are looking to pay reasonably priced premiums.
Driving safely is extremely important, not just because the law says it is. Safe driving is necessary because it can save lives- including yours. It is imperative to remember this every time you get on the road.
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