It’s summertime, which means there are more cars on the road than usual. Whether you’re travelling to the cottage, visiting family, or any reason at all, stay safe on the roads by avoiding this list of four common ways drivers can be pulled over by police:
1. Speeding
Maybe the most obvious way to get pulled over on this list; speeding is a dangerous violation of road safety and will result in fines from police, and possibly even jail time depending on how fast you are travelling. Driving above the mandated speed limit puts your life and many others’ around you at risk, including fellow drivers and pedestrians. Always follow the speed limit to avoid an encounter with police, or even more major repercussions.
2. Distracted Driving
In a world filled with electronic devices and advanced technology, distracted driving is at an all-time high. It is important to know the dangers of distracted driving, as a quick text message or social media scroll could mark the end of your life and other drivers or pedestrians around you as well. For more context, when travelling at 90 kilometres per hour, sending or reading a text message is the equivalent of driving the length of a football field with your eyes closed. Always remember to keep your eyes on the road while driving.
3. Equipment Violations
There are many ways you can be pulled over by police for equipment violations, including burned-out headlights, expired tags, broken windshields and more. Before taking your vehicle out on the road, always ensure that it is fully operational and does not violate any legal requirements. Driving without a fully-functioning vehicle or without the proper licensing can land you in trouble with the law.
4. Hazardous Driving
While there are many forms of hazardous driving, all of them will get you pulled over by the police and force you to pay fines or serve jail time. From ignoring road signage including traffic lights, to illegal U-turns, to improper lane changes, there are many ways you can put your life and others’ in danger with recklessness behind the wheel. Always follow the rules of the road to ensure you are driving safely and arrive at your destination alive, and without confrontation from police officers.
