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What is a moving violation in Massachusetts?

I got a speeding ticket outside of Salem recently and my grandma said my insurance was going to go up because I got a “moving violation.” I don’t know what that is!

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Cassandra Hamilton · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A moving violation in
Massachusetts
is any traffic violation committed while the vehicle is in motion. This is an umbrella term that can include a lot of infractions, including:
There are many more traffic violations that count as moving violations. If you’ve been convicted of a moving violation, you can expect fines, potential
license suspension
(depending on the infraction), and increased
car insurance
rates.
Not to mention, the violation will go on your
driving record
, signalling you as a
high-risk driver
to providers. However, there are strategies to lower your rising rates, such as
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