{"id":374545,"date":"2016-04-04T11:04:34","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T16:04:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/state\/missouri-law\/missouri-traffic-laws.html"},"modified":"2023-11-21T13:27:26","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T18:27:26","slug":"missouri-traffic-laws","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/missouri-law\/missouri-traffic-laws.html","title":{"rendered":"Missouri Traffic Laws"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30\">\n    \n    <div class=\"fl-page-articles fl-section-main fl-section-main-full-width\">\n        <h1 class=\"fl-no-margin-top\">Missouri Traffic Laws<\/h1>\n<section class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline\">\n    <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-content\">\n                    By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/natalie-moritz\/\">Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by <a\n                href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/melissa-bender-esq\/\">Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n                | Last updated\n        <time>\n                            November 21, 2023\n                    <\/time>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-legally-reviewed\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Legally Reviewed\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy, clarity, and style by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team.html\">FindLaw\u2019s team of legal writers and attorneys<\/a> and in accordance with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/company-history\/editorial-policy.html\">our editorial standards<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-fast-checked\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Fact-Checked\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/contributing-authors.html\">contributing authors<\/a>. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p><br>\r\nBrushing up on Missouri&#8217;s rules of the road is a simple way to help keep yourself and other drivers safe. It may also help you&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets.html\"><u>avoid a ticket<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;from a police officer.<\/p>\r\n<p>In this article, you can learn more about Missouri traffic regulations, driving rules, and motor vehicle laws.<\/p>\r\n<p>Use the following driving manuals and vehicle codes:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dor.mo.gov\/driver-license\/guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Missouri Driver Guide<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneTitle.aspx?title=XIX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Title XIX. Motor Vehicles, Watercraft and Aviation<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>The driving manuals and vehicle codes in the bullets above cover several topics. The links at the end of this article also go in-depth about state-specific&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic.html\"><u>traffic laws<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;and safety regulations.<\/p>\r\n<p>Specifically, the linked materials will help you learn about:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Basic driving laws, like who has the right-of-way, left turns, one-way streets, and passing zones<\/li>\r\n<li>Special rules for construction zones, school zones, and railroad crossings<\/li>\r\n<li>Speed limits for varying roads, interstate highways, and residential areas<\/li>\r\n<li>Restrictions on where you can drive all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), golf carts, and other specialty motorized vehicles<\/li>\r\n<li>Crossing paths with an emergency vehicle or school bus<\/li>\r\n<li>Sharing the road with a funeral procession<\/li>\r\n<li>Meeting and overtaking approaching vehicles from the opposite direction<\/li>\r\n<li>Traffic-control signals and devices like stop lights, stop signs, crosswalk signals, and other traffic signs and signaling devices<\/li>\r\n<li>Restrictions on the use of cell phones, text messaging devices, and other wireless communication devices while driving<\/li>\r\n<li>Guidelines for towing vehicles<\/li>\r\n<li>Required vehicle equipment such as headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and license plates<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Types of Traffic Offenses in Missouri<\/h2>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/hirealawyer\/choosing-the-right-lawyer\/traffic-violations.html\">Traffic offenses&nbsp;<\/a>are categorized as either moving violations or non-moving violations. Moving violations occur when a vehicle is in motion, like speeding or an illegal lane change. Non-moving violations refer to offenses when a vehicle is not moving. These are most often issued for parking, equipment, or vehicle registration.<\/p>\r\n<p>Most traffic offenses are&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/criminal\/criminal-law-basics\/infractions.html\">infractions<\/a>. Infractions are less severe than misdemeanor or felony crimes and usually don&#8217;t go on your criminal record, but some traffic violations can have&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets\/misdemeanor-amp-felony-traffic-offenses.html\">more severe consequences<\/a>. These types of charges include:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/dui\/arrests.html\">Driving under the influence<\/a>&nbsp;of alcohol or drugs (DUI\/DWI)<\/li>\r\n<li>Leaving the scene of an accident (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets\/leaving-the-scene-of-an-accident-hit-and-run.html\">hit and run<\/a>)<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets\/reckless-driving.html\">Reckless driving<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/traffic\/traffic-tickets\/traffic-fines-punishment.html\">Penalties<\/a>&nbsp;vary for these types of crimes. Depending on the nature of the offense, you could face a steep fine, jail time, and revocation of your driving privileges.<\/p>\r\n<h2>Resources for Missouri Drivers<\/h2>\r\n<p>There are several online resources for Missouri drivers to find details on construction work, road conditions, driver licensing, and more.<\/p>\r\n<p>Motorists can visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/statepatrol.dps.mo.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Missouri State Highway Patrol<\/a>&nbsp;website for the following information:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Online traffic accident reports and car accident maps<\/li>\r\n<li>Current road conditions and closures<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.modot.org\/road-work-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Missouri Department of Transportation<\/a>&nbsp;provides updates on construction and work projects.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you need to know more about driver licensing or vehicle registration, visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dor.mo.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Missouri Department of Revenue<\/a>&nbsp;website.<\/p>\r\n<h2>Missouri Traffic Laws: Statutes and Links<\/h2>\r\n<p>Find useful Missouri traffic laws and links to their statutes in the table below.<\/p>\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Drinking &amp; Driving Violations<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=577.010\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Public Safety Offenses: Driving while intoxicated<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS 577.010 to 5770.54)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Driving Without a License \/ With a Suspended License<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=302.020#:~:text=Missouri%20Revisor%20of%20Statutes%20%2D%20Revised%20Statutes%20of%20Missouri%2C%20RSMo%20Section%20302.020&amp;text=302.020.,no%20points%20to%20be%20assessed.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Operation of motor vehicle without proper license prohibited<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS 302.020)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Driving Without Insurance \/ With Insufficient Insurance<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=303.030\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law<\/a>(MRS Chapter 303)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Driving Without Registration \/ With Expired Registration<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=301.020#:~:text=301.020.,of%20honor%20recipients%20fund%20permitted.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Application for registration of motor vehicles, &#8212; penalty for failure to comply<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS 301.020)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Illegal U-Turn<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=304.341#:~:text=It%20shall%20be%20unlawful%20for,without%20interfering%20with%20other%20traffic.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Turns at Intersection<\/a>(MRS 304.341)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Leaving the Scene of an Accident \/ Hit &amp; Run<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=577.060\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident<\/a>(MRS 577.060)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Mechanical Violations<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneChapter.aspx?chapter=307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vehicle Equipment Regulations<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS Chapter 307)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Reckless Driving<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=304.012#:~:text=Every%20person%20operating%20a%20motor,the%20highest%20degree%20of%20care.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Motorists to exercise highest degree of care<\/a>(MRS 304.012)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Running a Red Light \/ Stop Sign<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=304.271#:~:text=The%20driver%20of%20any%20vehicle,emergency%20vehicle%20in%20the%20law.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Observance of traffic-control devices<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS 304.271)<a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=304.281#:~:text=Missouri%20Revisor%20of%20Statutes%20%2D%20Revised%20Statutes%20of%20Missouri%2C%20RSMo%20Section%20304.281&amp;text=(a)%20Vehicular%20traffic%20facing%20a,place%20prohibits%20either%20such%20turn.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rules for traffic when controlled by light signals<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS 304.281)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Seat Belt \/ Child Restraint Violations<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=307.178#:~:text=307.178.,violation%20for%20failure%20to%20use.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seat belts required for passenger cars<\/a>(MRS 307.178)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Speeding<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneSection.aspx?section=304.010#:~:text=The%20maximum%20speed%20limit%20set,signs%20indicating%20such%20speed%20limit.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Definitions &#8212; maximum speed limits&#8230;&#8211; violations, penalty<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS 304.010)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Unlawful Vehicle Modifications<\/th>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/revisor.mo.gov\/main\/OneChapter.aspx?chapter=307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vehicle Equipment Regulations<\/a>&nbsp;(MRS Chapter 307)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n<h2>Ticketed for a Traffic Violation? Get Legal Help<\/h2>\r\n<p><br>\r\nIf you have been ticketed for a traffic offense in Missouri, you should contact a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/traffic-violations\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>traffic ticket attorney<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;in your area. An experienced attorney can review the circumstances of your citation and help you plan a strong defense. This could save you a costly fine, points on your driving record, and a spike in your auto insurance rates. 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