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    Default Unsafe Turn and Careless Driving

    Hello folks,
    I was pulled over today for doing an unsafe right turn (squealing tires). I was not accelerating harshly and made the turn and continued at a reasonable speed. I did not have my license on my as I explained to the officer, but he wrote me up for Careless Driving, no license, and no proof of insurance. He had not asked for insurance after I told him I did not have license on me. I in fact did have insurance on me and offered to show it to him and he said just do it in court. I was wondering if squealing tires constituted an unsafe turn as I did not feel I was speeding through it. I have not had any previous tickets or infractions. I am curious as to what would be my best bet on resolving this with as few points as possible in Michigan. I would appreciate any and all advice.

    Thanks!

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    Default Re: Unsafe Turn - Careless Driving

    Squealing tires suggest excessive acceleration, and can suggest a loss of control of the vehicle. If you go to a formal hearing, you can try to negotiate a lesser charge or dismissal with the prosecutor, or hope that the officer doesn't show up.

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