Legal Question in Traffic Law in New Jersey

Re: what constitutes careless driving?

I don't have my statute book in front of me, but to put it simply, just about anything. If that's all that you have, the prosecutor should be able to give you a no-point ticket aka unsafe driving. Careless driving is so broad that if a cop says you were driving careless, there aren't many municipal court judges that are going to say otherwise unless there is a video showing that you were driving perfectly. This is unlikely as the video only goes on when the lights go on.

However, if you have a criminal charge that came out of the stop or some other serious traffic charge, then you should get an attorney. My consultations are always free so call me at 732/247/3340 and we'll discuss your situation.

Re: what constitutes careless driving?

I have read what the other attorneys have said.

If you have to ask the question, then you got a ticket and have a problem.

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Re: what constitutes careless driving?

Careless driving is a failure to exercise due caution and care in operating a motor vehicle. Due caution and care is that which a reasonably prudent person would exercise.

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Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

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