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Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/26If you ignore a stop sign in a neighborhood
Running a stop sign is a moving violation. In Montana, this leads to demerit points and potential fines. Officers monitor residential zones closely.
When you do not obey a police officers traffic command
Officers override traffic signals when directing traffic. Failing to follow their command may lead to serious enforcement action.
While speeding in a school zone during school hours
Montana enforces increased fines in school zones. These areas require extra caution to protect crossing children.
If you fail to yield to a pedestrian at a crosswalk
Drivers must yield at marked crossings. Violations carry fines and add demerit points to your driving record.
At a red light, you turn right without stopping
Even for a right turn, you must stop fully before proceeding. Failing to do so is treated as running a red light.
If you drive with a suspended license
Driving with a suspended license is a major offense. Police may seize your vehicle and issue further penalties.
While using a mobile phone without hands free mode
Handheld phone use is illegal while driving in Montana. It is considered distracted driving and is strictly enforced.
When caught with open alcohol in the front seat
Montana law forbids open containers in accessible areas. This offense is enforced even if the driver is sober.
If you drive over 20 mph above the speed limit
Excessive speeding beyond 20 mph is treated as reckless driving. It can lead to arrest or license suspension.
While refusing to take a chemical DUI test
Refusal violates Montana is implied consent rule. Even without a DUI conviction, your license will be suspended.
When pulled over and you do not have your license with you
All drivers must carry their license when driving. Not having it can result in a fine and required court appearance.
If you drive through flashing red lights at a rural crossing
Flashing reds mean a full stop is required. Driving through without stopping is a moving violation and fined.
When passing a stopped school bus with flashing red lights
Drivers must stop in both directions unless separated by a median. Ignoring this risks license suspension and fines.
While driving intoxicated with children in the vehicle
DUI with minors is a serious offense. It triggers additional penalties like felony charges and higher fines.
If caught speeding in a construction zone with workers present
Speeding in active work zones endangers lives. Montana applies increased penalties to protect road workers.
If your vehicle is not registered or insurance is lapsed
Driving without valid registration or insurance is illegal. Law enforcement may issue citations and impound the car.
While evading a lawful police stop
Refusing to stop when signaled by police is considered evasion. It results in arrest, court summons, and license suspension.
When tailgating another driver on the highway
Following too closely is unsafe and illegal. Police may charge you with aggressive or reckless driving.
At railroad crossings with flashing lights and no gate
Regardless of gates, flashing lights require stopping. Proceeding too early may cause a crash or penalty.
If your license accumulates too many demerit points
Repeat violations add points to your record. Once the limit is reached, Montana DMV suspends the license.
If you are arrested for DUI with BAC over 0.08%
Montana law enforces strict DUI limits. Exceeding 0.08% BAC results in license suspension and mandatory classes.
Ignoring temporary traffic signals during roadwork
Temporary signals have legal standing. Ignoring them during construction invites fines and increased enforcement.
If you are caught racing another car on a public road
Street racing is treated as felony reckless driving. Penalties include arrest, license revocation, and car seizure.
At a traffic signal outage with no officer present
When signals fail, intersections become 4 way stops. Not yielding properly here is a traffic violation.
While transporting a passenger not wearing a seatbelt
In Montana, the driver is responsible for unbelted passengers under 16. Police may cite the driver for non compliance.
If your vehicle headlights or brake lights do not function
Functional lights are mandatory at all times. Broken lights make your car unsafe and subject to a violation.