Illegal Driving Violations

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When driving we are always at risk,risk of making a wrong turn or being caught in the wrong moment.This being said, irresponsible drivers continue to make violations and heighten the risk by performing violations to the safety of others.Distractions such as looking at a cell phone,driving while drunk,and speeding can all lead to horrible consequences. Although all of these violations can cause serious damage,the worst violation is aggressive driving. Aggressive not only is speeding and tailgating,it also is the gateway to road rage which leads to homicides and serious complications.

Aggressive driving not only are a huge risk to drivers and a violation of a responsible driver but it is also a traffic violation. Racing and tailing gating are

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