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A driver can be disqualified for one year for a first time conviction of the following offenses while operating a commercial vehicle.
Penalties can include: Driving under the influence of alcohol or any drugs; Driving with an alcohol concentration of .04 or more; Leaving the scene of an accident; Using a commercial vehicle in the commission of a felony; or Refusing to take a blood alcohol test. If convicted of any of the above while operating a vehicle placarded for hazardous materials, the disqualification increases to three years.
Montana Traffic Violation lawyers specialize in the field of traffic laws and violations of traffic laws. From minor parking meter citations to major speeding tickets and DUI cases, our Traffic lawyers are willing to fight for you in court.
Speeding-Related Traffic Fatalities by R
*Of the total number of speeding-related fatalities in 2003, 6,015 occurred on roads with posted speed limits between 55 and 65 mph, and 898 occurred on roads with speed limits above 65 mph.The total column for speeding-related fatalities includes fatalities that occurred on roads for which the speed limit was unknown. in Montana
Total Traffic Fatalities
262
Total Speeding Fatalities
113
less then >55 mph on Interstate
18
unknown # 55 mph Interstate
0
55 mph Non-Interstate
3
50 mph Non-Interstate
2
45 mph Non-Interstate
6
40 mph Non-Interstate
1
35 mph Non-Interstate
14
<35 mph Non-Interstate
7
Source: National Center for Statistics and Analysis
Montana's traffic violation laws are like those in most other states. If you commit three speeding and/or misdemeanor traffic violations within 18 months, your license will be revoked for at least six months.
Naturally, there are many other consequences for traffic violations and driving violations such as DUI's.
The punishment in drunk driving cases is set forth by the state statutes and can be incredibly complex. The basic Montana statute determines the range of possible sentences, with modifications for such things as:
Having a prior conviction within seven years
Speeding 20 mph over the limit
Having a child under 14 in the car
Having a blood alcohol content reading over .20%
Refusing to submit to chemical testing
Some of the most common Traffic Violations include:
Child Restraint Law
Child Safety Seat
Cutting Corner
Disregard Traffic Control Device
Driver's License (DL) Violation
Failure to Fasten Seat Belt
Failure to Yield Right-of-Way
Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility (vehicle insurance)
High Court to Rule on Use of Dogs in Traffic Stops
Audio, RM, 44 Kbps, 3:53, 11/10/2004
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on whether police may bring in drug-sniffing dogs when stopping someone for a traffic violation. Source: National Public Radio
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Definition:
A pavement marking used to separate traffic traveling in opposite directions. A centerline need not be at the geometrical center of the pavement.
Hit and Run
Definition:
Crashes where the vehicle, or the driver of the vehicle, in transport is a contact vehicle in the crash, and departs the scene without stopping to render aid.
Authorized Speed Limit
Definition:
Authorized speed limit for the motor vehicle at the time of the crash. The authorization may be indicated by the posted speed limit, blinking sign at construction zones, etc.
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