Denham Springs, LA asked in Traffic Tickets for Louisiana

Q: what is the worse traffic violation? careless operation or failure to maintain control?

had an accident in which i hit standing water & started hrdroplaning in my truck. hit/bumped another driver & the state trooper cited me with careless operation. on reflection, i dont feel i was careless in any way, i was very careful actually. i’am at fault but wouldn’t failure to maintain control be more appropriate? just wondering

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Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
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  • Traffic Tickets Lawyer
  • Covington, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: They are both moving violations that will increase your insurance for 5 years. Hire a traffic court attorney.

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