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What is rash driving?
I overheard some people talking about rash driving, but I don’t even know what that means. What behaviors are considered to be rash when driving?
Tiffany Leung · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We’re glad you’re asking this question!
Rash driving is another term for reckless driving, which is a significant traffic violation in most states. Reckless driving is defined as driving with willful disregard for the safety of people or property. When convicted of reckless driving, the driver can face severe penalties such as fines, license suspension, and even jail time.
Below are a few examples of rash driving:
Excessive speeding—going 25 mph or more over the posted speed limit
Not stopping at red lights or stop signs—can lead to a collision with a pedestrian or vehicle going through the intersection
Driving under the influence—drinking and driving greatly affects a driver’s judgment
Weaving through traffic—unpredictable behavior can increase the chances of an accident
Racing other cars—or provoking other drivers
Not yielding the right-of-way—could lead to a collision
Texting while driving—not paying attention to the road increases the chances of collision
Passing cars over a double yellow line—could lead to a collision with oncoming traffic
Evading police—leading to multiple violations mentioned above
Being convicted of reckless driving means expensive car insurance rates, as insurers flag reckless drivers as high risk. Fortunately,
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