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Safe Driving: The Do's and Don'ts<\/h1>\n
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\n By Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Whether you recently received your driver’s license<\/a> or have been driving for years, brushing up on defensive driving tips can help you stay safe on the road and avoid costly citations<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Defensive driving is a set of safe driving techniques<\/a> that reduce your risk of accidents and promote road safety and responsibility. Defensive driving focuses on anticipating and reacting to potential hazards, minimizing the chances of a collision. By incorporating these principles into your driving habits, you make the roads safer for yourself and others and reduce the risk of car accidents<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

This article reviews defensive driving and safety tips for behind-the-wheel practices that could save you from a traffic ticket or collision. For more information, see FindLaw’s Traffic Laws section<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

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