Reader’s Question:

I received a DUI and increased my insurance. I want to know what other offenses are considered a major offense in DMV?

Ben

Thank you for asking Ben.

Insurance providers differ on what they consider to be a major traffic violation on your driving record. Generally there are several infractions that states’ DMV and insurance companies consider to be major when you are convicted of them.

Some of the offenses that may be considered as major offenses are the following

* Operating the vehicle under the influence of alcohol or narcotics (DUI or DWI)
* Reckless driving or negligent driving
* Driving with a suspended, revoked or invalid license
* 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

You may contact your insurance company or you state’s Department of Motor Vehicle to get more information what falls on the category for major offenses.

Goodluck!

MariCAR