Moving Violation
/ˈmuːvɪŋ vaɪəˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A breach of traffic laws involving the operation of a vehicle while it is in motion, such as speeding or running a red light.
He was cited for a moving violation after running a stop sign.
Forms
- moving violation
- moving violations
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Commentary
Typically used in the context of traffic law to distinguish offenses committed while the vehicle is moving from those committed when stationary.
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