Traffic Violation Terms and Definitions

Changing Lanes Shift from one traffic lane to another traffic lane moving in the same direction. Centerline, Broken A broken centerline indicates that passing is permitted. Authorized Speed Limit Authorized speed limit for the motor vehicle at the time of the crash. The authorization may be indicated by the posted speed limit, blinking sign at construction zones, etc. Hit and Run Crashes where the vehicle, or the driver of the vehicle, in transport is a contact vehicle in the crash, and departs the scene without stopping to render aid. Deployed-Side Air Bag Air bag on side of motor vehicle is deployed out of its cover and protruding into occupant compartment. Bag is fully or partially deflated or inflated. Backing A start from a parked or stopped position in the direction of the rear of the motor vehicle. AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Area(s) of Impact The areas of damage to the motor vehicle caused by the crash. These areas should include the area of the motor vehicle that received the initial impact and the area that was most damaged. AAMVA American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators Curb A raised edge or border to a roadway. Curbs may be constructed of concrete, asphalt, or wood and typically have a face height of less than 9 inches (225 mm).

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	Swerving or Avoiding (due to wind, slippery surface, vehicle, object, non-motorist in roadway, etc.) is defined Defensive driver action to defend against an apparent danger in, on, or due to the condition of the roadway or the presence of a motor vehicle or object or non-motorist in the roadway in order to avoid a crash.