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Connecticut Traffic Laws<\/h1>\n
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\r\nDriving in the state of Connecticut might seem the same as driving in any other state, but all states set their own specific traffic laws. Many of Connecticut’s driving rules are unique.<\/p>\r\n

Failing to follow these laws can risk an encounter with a police officer \u2014 and an expensive ticket or harsh penalties. Learn about vehicles, driver’s licenses, and traffic violations in this article.<\/p>\r\n

You can also read the Connecticut Driver’s Manual<\/a> or visit the Department of Motor Vehicles<\/a> (DMV) website for more highway safety tips.<\/p>\r\n

Connecticut’s Vehicle and Driving Laws<\/h2>\r\n

Section 14 of the Connecticut General Statutes sets the state laws for traffic control and vehicles. Use the chart below to find specific traffic laws for common driving topics.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Drinking & Driving Violations<\/th>\r\nOperation while under the influence<\/a> (GSC section 14-227a)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Driving Without a License \/ With a Suspended License<\/th>\r\nMotor vehicle operator’s license<\/a> (GSC section 14-36)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Driving Without Insurance \/ With Insufficient Insurance<\/th>\r\nProof of financial responsibility<\/a> (GSC section 14-112)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Driving Without Registration \/ With Expired Registration<\/th>\r\nMotor vehicle registration<\/a> (GSC section 14-12)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Illegal U-Turn<\/th>\r\nTurns restricted…U-turns<\/a> (GSC section 14-242)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Leaving the Scene of an Accident \/ Hit & Run<\/th>\r\nEvasion of responsibility<\/a> (GSC sections 14-224 to 14-226)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Mechanical Violations<\/th>\r\nMotor Vehicles: Equipment<\/a> (GSC <\/i>section 14-80 to 14-106)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Seat Belt \/ Child Restraint Violations<\/th>\r\nSeat safety belts. Child restraint systems<\/a> (GSC section 14-100a)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Speeding<\/th>\r\nSpeeding<\/a> (GSC section 14-219)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Reckless Driving<\/th>\r\nReckless driving<\/a> (GSC section 14-222)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Running a Red Light \/ Stop Sign<\/th>\r\nTraffic control signals<\/a> (GSC section 14-299)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Unlawful Vehicle Modifications<\/th>\r\nMotor Vehicles: Equipment<\/a> (GSC <\/i>sections 14-80 to 14-106)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

Traffic Safety Rules in Connecticut<\/h2>\r\n

Know a few key guidelines about driving on public roadways, including:<\/p>\r\n