25 Most Important California Vehicle Codes Flashcards

25 Most Important California Vehicle Codes Flashcards

CVC 20002(a)Hit and Run (Property Damage)Elements**: Leaving the

scene of an accident without providing information after

causing property damage.Penalty**: Misdemeanor; fines up

to $1,000 and up to 6 months in jail.

**CVC 14601(a)Driving on a Suspended LicenseElements**: Driving with

the knowledge that one's license is suspended or

revoked.Penalty**: Misdemeanor; fines up to $1,000 and

possible jail time.

CVC 24400Headlights During DarknessElements**: Failing to use

headlights during darkness or inclement weather.Penalty**:

Fine of $197.

CVC 21460(a)Driving Over Double Yellow LinesElements**: Crossing a

double yellow line except where permitted.Penalty**: Fine

of $238.

**CVC 23153(a)DUI with InjuryElements**: Driving under the influence and

causing bodily injury to another person.Penalty**: Felony or

misdemeanor; fines, license suspension, and up to 16 months in prison.

**CVC 22108Failure to SignalElements**: Failing to signal for at least

100 feet before turning or changing lanes.Penalty**: Fine of

$238.

**CVC 12500(a)Unlicensed DriverElements**: Driving without a valid

driver's license.Penalty**: Infraction or misdemeanor; fines

up to $250.

**CVC 2800.1Evading a Peace OfficerElements**: Willfully fleeing or

attempting to elude a pursuing peace officer in a motor

vehicle.Penalty**: Misdemeanor; up to 1 year in county jail

and/or a fine up to $1,000.

CVC 20001(a)Hit and Run (Injury or Death)Elements**: Driving with willful

or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or

property.Penalty**: Misdemeanor; fines up to $1,000 and

up to 90 days in jail.

CVC 22100(a)Improper Right TurnElements**: Failing to make a right turn

as close as practicable to the curb.Penalty**: Fine of $238.

CVC 22450(a)Failure to Stop at a Stop SignElements**: Failing to stop at

a clearly marked stop line or before entering an

intersection.Penalty**: Fine of $238.

CVC 23103(a)Reckless DrivingElements**: Driving with willful or wanton

disregard for the safety of persons or property.Penalty**:

Misdemeanor; fines up to $1,000 and up to 90 days in jail.

CVC 23152(b)DUI w/ BAC (blood alcohol concentration) of 0.08% or

higherElements**: Driving w/ a Blood Alcohol concentration

of 0.08% or more.Penalty**: Up to 6 months in jail, fines up

to $1,000, license suspension, and DUI school, w/ BAC evidence used in court.

*CVC 4000(a)(1)Expired Vehicle RegistrationElements**: Driving a vehicle

without current registration.Penalty**: Fine of approximately

$200.

CVC 23123(a)Handheld Cell Phone Use While DrivingElements**: Using

a handheld cell phone while driving unless

hands-free.Penalty**: Fine of $162.

CVC 27315(d)(1)Seatbelt ViolationElements**: Driver or passenger failing to

wear a seatbelt.Penalty**: Fine of $162.

CVC 21658(a)Unsafe Lane ChangeElements**: Failing to drive within a

single lane or making an unsafe lane change.Penalty**:

Fine of $238.

**CVC 21453(a)Failure to Stop at a Red LightElements**: Driver fails to

stop at a steady circular red signal before the

intersection.Penalty**: Fine of approximately $500, plus

traffic school eligibility.

CVC 24603(b)Brake Light OutElements**: Operating a vehicle with a

non-functioning brake light.Penalty**: Fix-it ticket or a fine

of $197.

**CVC 23152(a)Driving Under the Influence (DUI)Elements**: Driving a

vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.Penalty**: Misdemeanor; fines, license suspension,

DUI classes, and possible jail time.

CVC 23152(a)Driving Under the Influence (DUI)Elements**: Operating a

vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.Penalty**: Up to

• months in jail, fines up to $1,000, license suspension,

and DUI school

CVC 23123.5(a)Texting While DrivingElements**: Using a wireless device

to text or email while driving.Penalty**: Fine of $162.

CVC 26708(a)(1)Window Tint ViolationElements**: Installing or maintaining

window tinting that obstructs the driver's view.Penalty**:

Fine of $197.

**CVC 22350Basic Speed LawElements**: Driving at a speed greater

than is reasonable or prudent given the

conditions.Penalty**: Fine of $35-$500 depending on speed

and location.

**CVC 16028(a)Proof of InsuranceElements**: Failure to provide proof of

financial responsibility when requested by an

officer.Penalty**: Fine of $900 for first offense; vehicle

impoundment possible.

CVC 22101(d)Disobeying a Turn SignElements**: Failing to obey posted

signs prohibiting or requiring certain turns.Penalty**: Fine of

$238.

CVC 26710Cracked WindshieldElements**: Operating a vehicle with a

windshield impairing the driver's vision.Penalty**: Fix-it

ticket or a fine of $197.

CVC 23153(a)DUI Causing InjuryElements**: DUI and causing injury to

another person.Penalty**: Can include up to 3 years in

state prison and additional time for great bodily injury.