Driving Offenses

Idaho Driving Offenses

 

Generally, driving/traffic offenses fall into two categories: Crimes and Infractions.

 

While infractions are typically punished by a mere fine, driving crimes can have severe consequences including the suspension of your driver's license, probation, and jail time. However, even the smallest infraction can have serious financial and personal consequences. Many people think it's best just to pay the fine and move on - this may not be the best decision in your case. In driving offenses, it is best to contact a qualified attorney to help you understand your case and options.

 

Driving Crimes

Below is a list of common driving or motor vehicle crimes in Idaho:

 

• Invalid License: Every Idaho driver must have a valid license while driving on an Idaho Highway or road.

 

• Driving Without Privileges: Actual physical control of a vehicle with knowledge that their driver’s license is suspended or revoked in Idaho or any other state.

 

 

• Inattentive Driving:  A person is guilty of inattentive driving by operating a motor vehicle in a careless or imprudent manner.

 

 

• Reckless Driving: A person is guilty of reckless driving by operating a motor vehicle carelessly, heedlessly, without due caution, or at a speed, or in a manner, as to endanger the public or property.

 

 

• Eluding or Evading:  A driver of a motor vehicle who willfully flees or attempts to elude a pursuing police vehicle when given a visual or audible signal to bring the vehicle to a stop. This crime can be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor and the differences between the two charges are subtle.

 

 

• Leaving The Scene of an Accident: Leaving the scene of an accident.

 

Vehicular Manslaughter 

Vehicular manslaughter is the unlawful killing of a human being in which the defendant’s operation of a motor vehicle is a significant cause contributing to the victims’ death.

 

Offenses Involving Commercial Drivers

Commercial drivers often have a lot more on the line when it comes to driving crimes or infractions. Even a simple speeding ticket can result in the loss of employment. We have successfully handled numerous cases for commercial drivers and we understand what is at risk. Call us to discuss your case.