The Traffic Laws for Montpelier, Ohio
- Driving over 100 miles per hour is considered reckless driving in Montpelier, Ohio.red sport hatchback car racing drive high speed image by alma_sacra from Fotolia.com
In addition to enforcing all Ohio state driving statutes, Montpelier, Ohio, sets its own standards for driving behavior. Montpelier allows drivers to dispose of minor traffic offenses by paying the citation without going to court; more serious offenses require court appearances and possible jail time or loss of license. In addition, Montpelier requires all drivers to carry proof of insurance and show it to officers during a traffic stop. - Bryan Municipal Court in Montpelier allows drivers to pay certain traffic tickets without appearing in court. To qualify, a citation must not be for a felony or indictable offense, a DUI, a suspended license violation or a repeat offender violation. Repeat offenders are drivers who have received three moving violations within 12 months. In addition, offenders must have either presented proof of insurance to the citing officer or be able to present proof of insurance to the Department of Motor Vehicles prior to paying the citation. Citations may be paid online, in person or by mail.
- Montpelier law requires drivers to carry proof of insurance when driving. If a driver cannot provide proof of insurance, the Montpelier branch of the Ohio Department of Motor Vehicles may suspend the driver's license until he complies with the law.
- Montpelier law considers driving in speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour or drag racing to be reckless driving. Reckless driving violations may not be disposed of without a court appearance. For a first offense, reckless driving is a minor misdemeanor carrying a fine of up to $150. If a driver has been convicted of reckless driving or any other traffic offense within the past year, reckless driving is a fourth-degree misdemeanor, carrying a sentence of up to 30 days in jail and a fine of up to $250. The Department of Motor Vehicles reserves the right to suspend the driver's license if he is convicted of reckless driving.
