MOTOR VEHICLE LAW Flashcards
(17 cards)
5 priority violations plus chap and sect:
Think that there are two chapter 90s violations
and
Three chapter 89s Violations
[90s]
-Speeding (90/17)
-Improper passing of a school bus (90/14)
and
[89s]
-Failure to yield for pedestrians at a crosswalk (89/11)
-Failure to stop at a stop sign (89/9)
-Failure to stop at a red light (89/9)
Definition of (Negligent Operation)
“Is when the driver fails to operate their vehicle in a way
that creates a risk of danger to others”
“Lopez’s guide”
Definition of (Reckless Operation)
“Is when the driver consciously ignores, or is indifferent to,
the fact that his driving will likely result in someone’s death or serious injury.”
“Lopez’s guide”
What are the 5 enforcements options?
Verbal Warning
Written Warning
Civil Citation
Complaint Notice
Arrest Of Operator
The BIGASS paragraph that talks about:
“When going through and intersection officer must use_____”
“Caution and due regard”
Two Types of Motor Vehicle Infractions
Civil Motor Vehicle Infractions
Criminal Violations
What is ULIARS or USASIR (VERBATIM)
Unlicensed operation
Leaving the scene of a personal injury Motor Vehicle crash
Operating under the Influence
Knowingly use of a motor vehicle without Authority
Refusal to submit to a police officer upon request
Operating with a Suspended or revoked license.
What are the 3 key elements to charge a person with a motor vehicle offense ?
A motor vehicle
Being Operated On
A Public way or a place to which the public has access
Colors of Characters on MA Plates (RGB)
Red
Green
Blue
No registration showing on car, what and where do we write on ticket?
VIN number, in comment section.
How do we write across from on a ticket?
OPP or X
when it comes to parking tickets.
What date do we write on the date section
the date the violation occurred
What is the top speed for a motorized scooter?
20 Mph
What is the top speed of a motorized bicycle?
25 Mph
Name 3 vehicle types, if not all?
4DR
2 DR
SW= Station wagon
VAN
BUS
PU= Pick-up truck
TK= Truck
What does V.I.N stand for?
Vehicle Identification Number
What does PAN, CO, AP and OTHER stand for in a parking ticket?
PA= Passenger,
CO= Commercial,
AP= Apportioned and OTHER
