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Mechanical Violations<\/h1>\n
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\n By Hannah Hilst<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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All states require motor vehicles to have specific equipment properly installed on a vehicle. That equipment also must be in working order while you drive.<\/p>\r\n

If your vehicle’s equipment is missing or broken, you can get a traffic ticket<\/a> for a mechanical violation. Too many infractions, including vehicle problems, can lead to penalties like driver’s license suspension or revocation<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Types of Mechanical Traffic Violations<\/h2>\r\n

Common reasons you might get a mechanical violation include:<\/p>\r\n