Drivers must be alert and aware of all other vehicles that they are sharing the road with, especially vehicles that have the right of way. These vehicles include school buses stopping for children and emergency vehicles, such as ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars that have their sirens and lights on. It is easy to […]
James Ruane
What a Commercial Driver Needs to Do During an Inspection
Commercial driving is an integral part of the economy as it allows large amounts of food, products, and materials to be transferred throughout the country. If you are a commercial driver, then driving is a huge part of your life. Not only do you spend many hours on the road, but driving is also your […]
Failure to Grant Right of Way When Emerging From an Alley, Driveway, or Building
The failure to yield the right of way when emerging from an alley, driveway, or building is a motor vehicle infraction in the state of Connecticut. If you have received a ticket for this infraction, you might be wondering what happens next. It is a good idea to educate yourself on the law surrounding this […]
Failure to Yield When Emerging From Driveway or Private Road
Failing to yield when emerging from a driveway or private road is considered a motor vehicle violation in the state of Connecticut. If you have gotten a ticket for this violation, you might need help figuring out what happens next. On this page, I will discuss the infraction in greater detail. I will also talk […]
Failure to Grant Right of Way at Intersection
Failure to grant the right of way at an intersection in Connecticut is a violation that carries three DMV points. In order to avoid these points on your license and other penalties, learn more about this motor vehicle infraction with the information on this page. If you have already received a ticket for this violation, […]
Failure to Drive a Reasonable Distance Apart
Failing to drive a reasonable distance apart, or the intent to harass, is a violation of Connecticut traffic laws. This violation is somewhat more severe than other motor vehicle violations because there is an intent element, rather than simple negligence or an accident in the violation. If you have been charged with failure to drive […]
Passing in a No Passing Zone
Passing in a no passing zone is against the law in Connecticut and may result in a motor vehicle ticket, if violated. Many highways have areas in which passing or driving to the left of the highway would be dangerous, and therefore, having signs in these areas that prohibit passing of any kind. If you […]
Passing on the Right Motor Vehicle Violation
Generally, drivers on any road or highway may not overtake or pass another vehicle on the right. Passing should instead be done on the left. Drivers may only pass others on the right in specific conditions. Failing to follow this rule and the special exceptions could result in a motor vehicle ticket for passing on […]
Three Ways a Motor Vehicle Ticket Can Affect You
Besides the hassle of court dates and fines, there are three ways that a traffic violation may affect you. Your driver’s license, your driving history, and your car insurance can all be impacted by impacted by a motor vehicle violation. If you decide to simply pay the fine on your traffic ticket, it is likely […]
Failure to Keep Right When Meeting Opposing Traffic
Failure to keep right when meeting opposing traffic is a motor vehicle violation in the state of Connecticut. Some motor vehicle infractions, such as speeding and reckless driving, are common. Most people know about these types of infractions. But, you might not be familiar with failure to keep right when meeting opposing traffic. If you […]
