Tailgating, or following too closely

How close is too close to drive your vehicle behind another? The law gives police officers a lot of discretion on that question, and if you’ve been given a tailgating ticket then it means that in the officer’s judgment, you weren’t being safe about it. Since this is a four-point violation, that discretion makes a big difference, especially if you decide to plead guilty.

If you receive a ticket for following to closely, it’s important to call Selby Legal as soon as it’s safe to use the phone. The best time to get your free consultation is when the circumstances are fresh in your mind. That will improve chances of mounting a vigorous defense against a charge that can be really ambiguous.