- Theoretical Driving Course Violations and Penalties Flashcards

What is the penalty for illegal modification of a vehicle's exhaust system to produce excessive noise?

Answer: A fine and possible impoundment until restored to legal specifications

Modifying the exhaust beyond legal noise limits results in fines and possible impoundment.

What violation is committed when using plates from a different registration district?

Answer: Misuse of plates or unregistered vehicle violation

Using plates from a different district constitutes misuse of plates or improper registration.

What is the consequence of tampering with a vehicle's odometer reading?

Answer: Fraud charges with criminal and administrative penalties

Odometer tampering is fraud and can result in criminal charges.

What penalty does a motorcycle rider face for lane splitting?

Answer: A fine for reckless driving or improper lane usage

Lane splitting is not explicitly legalized and can be cited as reckless driving.

What happens to a driver with three or more unresolved traffic violation tickets?

Answer: The LTO may issue an alarm preventing license renewal until violations are settled

Multiple unresolved violations trigger an LTO alarm preventing license renewal.

What is the penalty for overloading a vehicle beyond its registered capacity?

Answer: Fines, prohibition from proceeding until excess load is removed, and possible license suspension

Overloading results in fines and the vehicle may be detained until the excess load is removed.