Traffic Violations Information Center
Traffic Violations Resource Links
Summary of State Speed Laws (.pdf)
This publication is distributed by the US Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and includes a Summary Table on Aggressive Driving Laws, a Summary Table of State Speed Laws, a Summary Table of Special Sanctions for Exceeding the Speed Limit in Either a Construction or School Zone, a State by State Analysis of statutes (or regulations) concerning speed limit or speed related violations, and an Appendix summarizing the Uniform Vehicle Code’s (UVC) provisions related to speed.
American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA): Information for the Public
The American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) serves as an information clearinghouse and develops model programs in motor vehicle administration, law enforcement, and highway safety. The AAMVA’s Information for the Public Web site contains links to information identified by its staff as relevant to the general public.
State Transportation Web Sites (DOTs and DMVs)
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s mission is to identify problems, foster research that seeks solutions, and disseminate information and educational materials that promote good traffic safety practices.
State Statutes on Motor Vehicles
This Web page provides links to state statutes on motor vehicles. The Web page is provided by Wex, a product of the Legal Information Institute (LII) at the Cornell Law School.
What Happens if I’m Stopped by an Officer of the Law?
This Web page is provided by the US Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and includes information intended to help drivers who are stopped by police officers.
Rules on Search and Seizure
This Web page from the American Bar Association (ABA) Division of Public Education considers what can police search, when can police search, and what evidence obtained during a police search can be introduced at trial.
Highway Safety Deskbook: Speed Enforcement
Part Six of the Highway Safety Deskbook contains information about speed enforcement programs, the national maximum speed limit, speed measurement devices, and other speed enforcement topics.
Highway Safety Deskbook: US Supreme Court Decisions Concerning the US Constitution and Traffic Laws
Part Sixteen of the Highway Safety Deskbook discusses US Supreme Court decisions concerning DWIs, hit and run accidents, parking violations, police stops, roadblocks, Miranda warnings, and other traffic-related legal issues arising under the US Constitution.
The Police & Your Rights
This Web site from the American Bar Association (ABA) Division of Public Education provides useful information concerning the rights of criminal defendants guaranteed by the US Constitution.
DISCLAIMER: This site and any information contained herein are intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Seek competent legal counsel for advice on any legal matter.
