Traffic Violation Terms and Definitions

Backing A start from a parked or stopped position in the direction of the rear of the motor vehicle. Advance Warning Area Located after the first warning sign but before the work area. Area(s) of Impact The areas of damage to the motor vehicle caused by the crash. These areas should include the area of the motor vehicle that received the initial impact and the area that was most damaged. Air Bag Deployed Deployment status of an air bag relative to the position in the vehicle for this occupant. BAC Test Result Blood Alcohol Concentration. Commercial Driver License Class (CDLC) The type of commercial motor vehicle that a licensed driver has been examined on and/or approved to operate. This information is obtained by linkage to the driver license file. Authorized Speed Limit Authorized speed limit for the motor vehicle at the time of the crash. The authorization may be indicated by the posted speed limit, blinking sign at construction zones, etc. AAMVA American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators Collision A motor vehicle crash, other than an overturning crash, in which the first harmful event is a collision of a motor vehicle in transport with another motor vehicle, other property, animal or pedestrian. Curb A raised edge or border to a roadway. Curbs may be constructed of concrete, asphalt, or wood and typically have a face height of less than 9 inches (225 mm).

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