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Is failure to secure a load a moving violation?
Last week, I was transporting some debris in the back of my truck, and an officer pulled me over and gave me a “failure to secure load” ticket. Is this a moving violation?
Melanie Johnson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Oh no, that’s a bummer! What constitutes a moving violation ultimately depends on the state but failure to secure a load can be considered a moving violation. It is a serious offense that will go on your driving record and can come with a hefty fine.
Here’s more on that:
A moving violation is generally defined as a breach of the law by the driver of a vehicle while the vehicle is in motion. Since your truck was in motion at the time the law was breached, you will likely be charged with a moving violation.
The penalties for failure to secure a load vary from state to state. In some states, you may be charged with a misdemeanor offense and face fines of up to $1,000.
It’s extremely dangerous to operate a vehicle without properly securing its load. Brush up on some other
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