• Traffic Tickets

     
    Sponsored By
    Enter your Zip Code below to get a Free Quote. We suggest getting quotes from both companies to ensure you get the best rate. There is no obligation to purchase.
    • You could save hundreds!
    • Get a FREE quote
    • 24/7 live support

    • Get fast, free quotes in minutes
    • Buy your policy instantly online
    • Print your ID cards right away

    Driving infractions are recorded on your driving record according to the state's point system as a way of controlling unsafe and reckless drivers in Tennessee.

    Your driver's license can actually be suspended once you have accumulated a certain number of points (12 points within two years), and some driving violations go beyond just earning you a ticket and points―they could cause immediate suspension or revocation of your license.

    Top Moving Violations and Non-moving Violations

    Whether intentional or accidental, there are several mistakes drivers make that often result in costly consequences―tickets and accidents. These include both moving and non-moving traffic violations. If you need to research down to the level of the letter of the law, you can read Title 55, the section of the TN legal code that defines the laws for Motor and Other Vehicles.

    Moving violations include those traffic infractions that occur when a vehicle is in motion, and non-moving violations include traffic infractions that occur when a vehicle is not in motion.

    Moving Violation Examples

    • Driving too fast or too slow
    • Ignoring or failing to notice road signs and changes in traffic lights
    • Not using your turn signals or failing to notice another driver's turn signals
    • Driving too close to other vehicles
    • Failing to correctly pass or attempting to prevent another driver from passing you

    Non-moving Violation Examples

    • Parking in front of a fire hydrant
    • Parking in a no-parking zone
    • Parking in front of an expired meter

    Receiving traffic tickets can result in a big increase in your insurance premiums, even if you take care of the tickets through standard channels. The best way to avoid unnecessary rate increases is simply to be a safe driver and follow the rules of the road at all times.

    Top Defensive Driving School

    A Tennessee Defensive Driving School (DDS) can help you lower the points accumulated on your driver license and possibly satisfy a citation.
    The option of attending a DDS is determined by your judge.

    Top Non-resident Violator Compact

    The Non-resident Violator Compact states that regardless of where you receive a ticket, you must meet all requirements to satisfy the ticket, including court appearances. If you do not, you risk having your license suspended or revoked until the ticket has been satisfied and all fines have been paid.

    This compact applies to Tennessee residents who receive tickets other states, as well as non-residents who receive tickets in Tennessee.

    For more information about the Non-Resident Violator Compact, refer to Chapter Five of the Tennessee Driver Handbook.

     
    Sponsored Links
    www.progressive.com
    Enjoy average savings of $550. Get your free auto insurance quote now.
    www.progressive.com
    www.GEICO.com
    $300? $400? $500? See how much you could save on auto insurance.
    www.GEICO.com
    www.esurance.com
    Esurance drivers save an average of $451. Compare quotes instantly.
    www.esurance.com

    Our content is updated based on input from users like you. Help make it better!

    Give your input
    Products & Services Products & Services
    • Traffic School

      Traffic School

      Improve your driving skills and possibly get a ticket dismissed or your insurance premium reduced.

    • Changing Your Name

      Changing Your Name

      After tying the knot, update your name with the state on your driver's license, registration and title.

    • Buying & Selling

      Buying & Selling

      Get the right price whether you are buying a new or used vehicle or selling your old set of wheels.

    • Auto Insurance

      Auto Insurance

      Quickly shop online for the insurance policy that best suits your needs and your wallet.

    • Motorcycle Insurance

      Motorcycle Insurance

      Quickly shop online to find a coverage plan that meets state requirements and your budget.

    Find Traffic Ticket Attorneys

    Fight your traffic ticket now!
    Free consultation from a local traffic ticket attorney. No office visits necessary. No court visits, either.

    State: Tennessee
    County:

    Traffic Attorneys for:
    DUI, Speeding, Disregarding a Red Light, Stop Sign Violation, Failure to Yield, Drivers License Violations, Failure to Appear in Court and more.


    TixNix

    Fight your traffic ticket now.