Traffic Violations and Penalties Flashcards

What is the purpose of a traffic school or defensive driving course when offered as a penalty option?

Answer: To dismiss a ticket or reduce points on a driver's license

Traffic school can often result in ticket dismissal or point reduction on a driver's license as an alternative penalty.

What is the typical BAC limit for commercial vehicle (CDL) drivers?

Answer: 0.04%

Commercial drivers are held to a stricter BAC limit of 0.04%, half the standard limit for regular drivers.

What is 'driving while suspended' (DWS)?

Answer: Operating a vehicle after your license has been suspended by the state

DWS means operating a vehicle after the state has officially suspended your driving privileges.

Which of the following best describes 'street racing' as a traffic violation?

Answer: A serious offense that can result in felony charges, vehicle impoundment, and license revocation

Street racing is treated as a serious offense that can lead to felony charges, vehicle impoundment, and loss of driving privileges.

What happens to traffic violation points on a driver's record over time?

Answer: Points may be reduced or removed after a set period, often 1–3 years

Most states allow points to expire or be reduced after a period of safe driving, typically 1 to 3 years.

A driver is caught without proof of insurance during a traffic stop. What is the typical outcome?

Answer: Fine, possible license suspension, and vehicle impoundment

Failure to carry proof of insurance typically results in fines, possible license suspension, and sometimes vehicle impoundment.

What is an 'administrative per se' law regarding DUI?

Answer: A law that allows license suspension solely based on a BAC at or above the legal limit, regardless of criminal proceedings

Administrative per se laws allow the state to suspend a driver's license based on BAC alone, separate from and before any criminal DUI conviction.