Traffic Violation Terms and Definitions

Centerline A pavement marking used to separate traffic traveling in opposite directions. A centerline need not be at the geometrical center of the pavement. Air Bag Deployed Deployment status of an air bag relative to the position in the vehicle for this occupant. Booster Seat A "belt-positioning seat" that positions a child on a vehicle seat to improve the fit of the lap and shoulder seat belt system. This seat is recommended for children who weigh 40 pounds or more. Backing A start from a parked or stopped position in the direction of the rear of the motor vehicle. Centerline, Broken A broken centerline indicates that passing is permitted. Collision A motor vehicle crash, other than an overturning crash, in which the first harmful event is a collision of a motor vehicle in transport with another motor vehicle, other property, animal or pedestrian. Area(s) of Impact The areas of damage to the motor vehicle caused by the crash. These areas should include the area of the motor vehicle that received the initial impact and the area that was most damaged. Deployed-Side Air Bag Air bag on side of motor vehicle is deployed out of its cover and protruding into occupant compartment. Bag is fully or partially deflated or inflated. AAMVA American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators Advance Warning Area Located after the first warning sign but before the work area.

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