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Land Transportation - Driving Offences and Crimes

Here you will learn some English words related to driving offenses and crimes such as "speeding", "careless driving", and "carjacking."

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driving under the influence

the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that it impairs the person's ability to drive safely

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DWI

a term used in some jurisdictions to refer to the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs

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drunk driving

the act of driving a vehicle such as a car while being drunk

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hit and run

an accident in which the driver who is responsible for the accident runs away instead of stopping to help

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speeding

the traffic offence of driving faster than is legally allowed

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racing

the offense of driving a vehicle at high speeds in competition with others on public roads

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careless driving

the act of operating a vehicle without paying enough attention to safety and traffic rules

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reckless driving

the act of driving a vehicle dangerously and without regard for safety

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aggressive driving

the act of operating a vehicle in a forceful and reckless manner that endangers others on the road

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driving whilst unfit

the act of operating a vehicle despite being physically or mentally incapable of doing so safely

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driving without insurance

the act of operating a vehicle without the necessary insurance coverage

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distracted driving

the act of operating a vehicle while being unfocused due to other activities or stimuli

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wrong-way concurrency

the phenomenon where vehicles travel in the opposite direction of traffic flow on roads, posing a significant risk to safety

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carjacking

the act of violently stealing a car while someone is inside it

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to hot-wire

to start a car's engine without the key by using the wires attached to it

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to joyride

to take a vehicle, typically a car or motorcycle, for a ride without the owner's permission or for enjoyment

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ticket

a fine issued by law enforcement for violating traffic laws or regulations

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parking ticket

an official notice issued in case a car is parked illegally, typically put on the windshield

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