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What is a minor moving violation in DC?

My partner and I are headed to D.C. for some new work opportunities so I’ve been reading up on the local driving laws. I keep seeing things about minor moving violations, but I don’t know what that means.

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Pat Roache · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Good on you for taking the time to learn everything there is to know about
driving in Washington D.C.
! A minor moving violation in D.C. is a traffic infraction of low severity committed while actively driving your car.
In most states, a moving violation is any traffic infraction committed while driving, but Washington D.C. differentiates between major and minor moving violations. Minor moving violations in D.C. include the following:
  • Mild speeding offenses
  • Running a red light or stop sign
  • Failing to stay in your lane
  • Following another vehicle too closely (tailgating)
Minor moving violations won’t have as serious consequences as major moving violations, like a DUI or reckless driving. But getting charged with multiple minor violations can quickly add up to
higher insurance rates
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