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What is considered a major violation on your driving record?

Insurance companies might differ on what they determine to be a major traffic violation on your driving record. In general though, there are several offenses that states' DMV and insurance companies consider to be major when you are convicted of them.

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Offenses typically determined to be major violations include:

  • Operating the vehicle under the influence of alcohol or narcotics (DUI or DWI)
  • Driving with a suspended, revoked or invalid license
  • Reckless driving or negligent driving
  • Drag racing
  • Use of a vehicle to commit a felony
  • Hit and run, leaving the scene of an accident
  • Refusing to stop or fleeing from a law enforcement officer
  • Vehicular homicide or manslaughter

Even if you have a major violation on your driving record you can get an automobile insurance quote here.

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