driving uninsured
Motoring without protection
Driving uninsured means operating a motor vehicle without the legally required liability insurance.
Most jurisdictions mandate that drivers carry minimum coverage to protect others in case of accidents.
Penalties for driving uninsured typically include fines, license suspension, and vehicle impoundment: He got pulled over and cited for driving uninsured.
The phrase sometimes appears as a noun: Driving uninsured is a misdemeanor in most states.
- unlicensedWithout official permit
- recklessCarelessly ignoring danger
- liabilityLegal or financial obligation
- personal liabilityOne's own legal responsibility
- financial responsibilityDuty to manage money wisely
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