CarInsurance.com Quote Online,
Purchase Online:
> ZIP code:  Click & Quote
Get insurance now:
Car Insurance Resources:

Get Free Quotes Now

Zip Code:
Save With CarInsurance.com!
Car Insurance Learning Center  Learning Center  Auto Insurance Questions & Answers   Questions & Answers  Professional Answers   Professional Answer
I have a Massachusetts driver's license and just got a $125 speeding ticket for doing 56 in a 35 mph zone outside of Nashville, Tennessee. Can I expect the Mass RMV to find out? Can I expect my insurance company to find out?

Though neither Massachusetts or Tennessee are members of the Drivers License Compact both have agreements with other states to exchange information regarding their licensed drivers and violations that they received in other states.

According to the Massachusetts driver's manual, MA has arranged to share driving record and criminal violation information with other states. The RMV driver's manual goes on to say that certain traffic offenses committed by a MA licensed driver in other states will be placed on their MA driving record and treated by the RMV as if the offense had occurred in Massachusetts.

Since the RMV treats most out of state violations as if they occurred in state, then a TN speeding ticket will likely be treated as if it happened in MA and placed on your driving record for your insurance company to see when they next pull your MVR. If this is done then according to the Safe Driver Insurance Plan (SDIP) a minor traffic violation (like speeding) is assessed a 2 point insurance surcharge.

You can find out from the MA Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) if Tennessee is a state that that they have an agreement with and will receive in information regarding the conviction of a moving violation, such as the speeding ticket you received in Nashville.

Share this on: Tweet this! Add to Facebook Add Google Bookmark Digg This Windows Live Favorites Add to Del.icio.us reddit this!
StumbleUpon Save to Ma.gnolia Save to Blinklist Technorati This Submit to Propeller Furl It Seed Newsvine
Related Questions
Car Insurance RelatedI just received a moving violation in NYC for crossing double solid lines. My license is from Massachusetts. Can you tell me how many points MA will assess for this violation in New York?
Car Insurance RelatedI got a speeding ticket in NY state, going 82 in a 65. Will this affect my Massachusetts auto premium??
Car Insurance RelatedThere appears to be some confusion regarding the interstate DLC (Driver License Compact) and what it means. If a Massachusetts licensed driver receives a speeding ticket in the State of Texas and pay...
Car Insurance RelatedI just received a ticket in Maryland, but I am registered and licensed in Massachusetts. Will the ticket affect my insurance?
Car Insurance RelatedThere are five states (last known) that do not transfer driving records. I do not mean the NRVC, I am not sure what it is, but I do know TN and MI are 2 of the 5 could you please let me know.
Car Insurance RelatedI live in MA and I got a speeding ticket in NH. Is this ticket going to go on my driving record?
Car Insurance RelatedI have a friend who got a reckless driving ticket in January of 2005. How long does that ticket stay on his driving record in Tennessee for insurance purposes?
Rate, add comments, or add help about your situation and this question.
Help us improve the largest car insurance website!

poor 
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

 excellent
Tell us why you rated this car insurance question and answer this way. You can add any helpful insurance comments to this page:
Visitor Comments
No visitors have commented on this answer.
Question Details
This car insurance answer was last updated 3:20 PM Jun-22.
This helpful tips question was asked 10:03 AM Jun-19-2007.
Jonah B requested this car insurance help from CarInsurance.com experts.
Rated 0 out of 10 based on 0 votes.
Helpful Tips
Print Car Insurance Answers Print this car insurance question and answer
Email Car Insurance Answers Email this auto insurance answer
Disclaimer: Answers and comments provided are for information purposes. They are not intended to substitute informed professional advice. These responses should not be interpreted as a recommendation to buy or sell any insurance product, or to provide financial or legal advice. Please refer to your insurance policy for specific coverage and exclusion information. Please read our Terms Of Use.
©2010 CarInsurance.com, Inc. - Online Insurance Marketplace™
safe and secure auto insurance   better business bureau car insurance   Tested, Safe, and Secure Car Insurance