It is a more serious offense than driving without due care and attention, which is defined as driving that “falls below what would be expected of a competent and careful driver.” This means that something like following too closely is quite ambiguous: it could fall into either category. Depending on the context, if it happens at a relatively low speed and is not that close, it would probably be considered careless driving, but if someone is driving 5cm from the car in front at 110 km/h, it is more likely to be considered dangerous driving. . .

The list of things that could be seen as careless or dangerous driving isn’t set in stone, because it all depends on the context, but other examples of driving that could fall into either category include racing, lane hogging, weaving, ignoring traffic signs or lights, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, using the phone, being distracted by something else in the car, driving an unfit car or like an unfit person, and much more.

You may see some of these examples every day; The best example is probably speeding; If you reported all speeding drivers, you would have a full-time job on your hands. But others are less common and the driver might be thought to pose a significant risk with their behavior, such as turning recklessly at high speed in traffic. This is an example where you may want to make an official report.

How to report dangerous driving

If you are driving dangerously now and will continue to do so, for example, if you see a road rage incident in which one car is terrorizing another, or if you see a car overtaking recklessly and weaving through traffic at high speed. speed, you can call 999 and speak to the police to report it. Make a mental note of the car type, color, and license plate, if possible, so you can relay that information to the operator. Only use a phone if you can do so safely and legally.