Speeding And Insurance Coverage

Summary

Speeding in Tennessee is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $50 and court costs. Operating a vehicle without minimum liability insurance is illegal. Insurance generally follows the vehicle, so you may still be covered under your fiancé’s policy. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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today I got pulled over in my fiancé’s truck under his insurance, which I am not on well effective insurance if I was going * and *
Hello Kendra, it seems like you were speeding and are concerned about insurance coverage. Could you please specify in which state this happened? The rules can vary.
Tennessee
Hello Kendra,
In Tennessee:
- Speeding is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $* and court costs.
- It's illegal to operate a vehicle without the minimum liability insurance.
- Insurance follows the vehicle, not the driver. So, you may still be covered under your fiancé’s policy.