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Is running a red light a moving violation in Texas?
Is it still considered a moving violation if you run a red light in Texas, or do you get charged with something else? It feels like a more serious problem than speeding, but I don’t know how it shows up on your record.
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Yes, running a red light is a moving violation in Texas. It will add two points to your driving record and cost you about $150 to $275, depending on the exact circumstances under which you received the ticket. It will also cause your
Texas car insurance rates
to increase due to the points on your record.However, it is also a criminal offense to run a red light in Texas. While some traffic citations are charged as civil offenses, this particular infraction is charged as a Class C misdemeanor. This means that it will appear on your criminal record as well as your driving record.
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