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Is negligent driving a crime?
Would negligent driving be considered a crime, and would it show up on a criminal record? I’m wondering if I’ll have to list when I’m asked if I’ve ever been convicted of a crime.
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Negligent driving is typically not considered a criminal offense. Instead, it’s considered a civil traffic violation, and therefore it won’t show up on your criminal record.
However, getting charged with negligent driving will still result in
points on your driving record
. Too many points on your driving record can result in a suspended license for a 12-, 24- or even 36-month period. Points will stay on your record for a different amount of time in different states, so check your state laws to learn more about the points on your record.Negligent driving can also cause higher insurance prices. Luckily, the
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