Traffic Violation Terms and Definitions

Centerline A pavement marking used to separate traffic traveling in opposite directions. A centerline need not be at the geometrical center of the pavement. Collision With Object Not Fixed A motor vehicle in transport strikes a pedestrian, pedalcycle, railway vehicle, animal, motor vehicle in transport, parked motor vehicle, falling, work zone/maintenance equipment, other moveable object or is struck by falling, shifting cargo or anything set in motion by a motor vehicle. Alignment The geometric characteristics or layout of a roadway. Alignment is usually subdivided into horizontal alignment. Includes straight, curve left, curve right. 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). AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Advance Warning Area Located after the first warning sign but before the work area. 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. Changing Lanes Shift from one traffic lane to another traffic lane moving in the same direction. BAC Test Result Blood Alcohol Concentration. Centerline, Solid and Broken Line A centerline that is both solid and broken indicates that passing is permitted in one direction.

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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.