Traffic Violation Codes

• Where can I access the traffic violation codes online?

  Conveniently, most states post these codes on one or several Web sites. A state government Web site that posts state laws online will include all state laws, and you’ll need to sift through to ...

• Where are the violation codes so I can decipher my citation?

  Violation codes, or traffic codes, are generally found on the state or local government Web sites. ...” “Revised Statutes,” or “Traffic Laws.” The easiest way to find yours...

• Will traffic school completely remove any record of a moving violation?

  Removing a Violation Yes, if your citation qualifies for traffic school, traffic school will completely remove any record of a moving violation from your driving record. You just need to make sure y...

• How do I enroll in traffic school to clear a violation?

  State Dependent Every state works a little differently. But usually, in order to enroll in traffic school to clear a violation, you’ll need to pay a fee at the court and enroll in a state-appr...

• How long will a minor traffic violation stay on my record?

  Violations and Driving Records It varies by state, but usually minor offenses, like stop sign violations, appear on your driving record for three years, while speeding violations are maintained from ...

• How can I look up my state's driving citations/violations codes?

  You’ll need to perform a search online for “traffic violation codes” along with your state’s name. States may have their driving citations/violations codes listed under various...

• What is a diversion program in regard to a traffic ticket?

  Speeding Tickets, Traffic Tickets and Diversion A diversion program, if allowed, is sort of like a "second chance" arrangement if you've been issued traffic ticket or a speeding ticket. It serves as ...

• Do I need to get confirmation from my insurance company regarding which traffic schools are approved?

  ...need to check with the court or the DMV for a list of state-approved traffic schools. Why Go to Traffic School The purpose of attending traffic school is to get the state to dismiss a moving viol...

• Do DUIs And DWIs count as traffic violations?

  No. In most states, DUI and DWI offenses are considered to be crimes - not merely traffic violations. This is a natural progression of the movement of the last decade or so to toughen drunk driving la...

• Will taking defensive driving get my traffic ticket dismissed?

  Each state adheres to different rules regarding ticket dismissal via traffic school enrollment (see grid below). In most instances, it's a court decision, sometimes based on the severity of your traff...

• Can I get a traffic ticket for having an improper exhaust system?

  Avoid an Improper Exhaust System Yes, you can get a traffic ticket for having a vehicle with an improper exhaust system. This includes the muffler, manifold pipe, and tail pipe. In many instances g...

• Where can I find a list of insurance codes?

  This can be a little tricky, and take some work. Insurance codes are assigned by each state to every company authorized to sell insurance within their state. (The state department of insurance decid...

• Can anyone take a great comedians traffic school course to dismiss a traffic ticket?

  A great comedians traffic school is no different than any other traffic school. You don't have to wear a clown nose or sport a squirting boutonniere to be admitted. It's generally open to all drivers,...

• Where can I get info on traffic school eligibility?

  Your best bet is to either contact a traffic school directly or call your court regarding traffic school eligibility. Each defensive driving school and court may have different eligibility requirement...

• Will traffic school remove an accident from my driving record?

  Traffic School and Violations No, traffic school will not remove an accident from your driving reco...

• Will traffic school help keep my driving record clean?

  Cleaning Up Your Record Traffic school will clear your driving record of the citation you just received, but it will not keep your driving record totally clean. It depends on whether or not you have...

• Is traffic school the only way to remove a ticket from your driving record?

  ...ou to enroll in traffic school if you appeal your ticket and lose. If You Lose Your Appeal, Take Traffic School If you do win your appeal, either because the police officer failed to show or becau...

• Does getting a ticket for a violation of the child car seat laws give you points on your driving record?

  If your state uses a point system to evaluate driving records, you may find yourself wondering if a ticket for violation of child safety seat laws will add points to your record. States vary in the...

• Do I still have to pay court fees if I complete an approved traffic school course?

  Most of the time you still have to pay various court fees, even if you complete a defensive driving or traffic school course and get your traffic ticket dismissed. For example, in Florida you stil...

• What happens if teen drivers get a traffic ticket during the licensing process?

  Teen drivers are held under the proverbial microscope, monitored closely for any hints of reckless driving habits. Consequently, the ramifications for a traffic violation carry greater repercussions f...