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Wrong Way = Serious Consequences

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Aug 20, 2026 | 0 Comments

โš ๏ธ  Driving on the wrong side of the road isn't a minor slip-up in the eyes of the law โ€” it's treated as a serious traffic violation. ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ’ฅ

๐Ÿšจ Here's what you should know:
๐Ÿ“ It's often cited after a near-miss, accident, or a swerve to avoid an obstacle
๐Ÿš” Officers frequently use it as probable cause for a traffic stop
๐Ÿ’ต Depending on the circumstances, it can come with steep fines and points on your license
โš–๏ธ If it results in a collision, the legal exposure can increase significantly โ€” especially if injuries are involved

Sometimes these citations happen because of confusing road markings, construction detours, or an emergency maneuver โ€” not reckless driving. The details matter. ๐Ÿ”

Cited for driving on the wrong side of the road, or facing charges after an accident? Don't just accept the ticket at face value. ๐Ÿ“ž Call us today for a free consultation โ€” we'll dig into the facts and fight for the best possible outcome.

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Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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