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§ 304.012 – Failure to Use Highest Degree of Care While Driving in Missouri

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Posted by Christopher Combs on July 18, 2025

304.012. Motorists to exercise highest degree of care — violation, penalty.

Drivers must be extra careful to avoid hurting others

All drivers in Missouri must be very careful and not drive in a way that puts people or property in danger. If they don’t, they can face criminal charges.

1. Drivers must operate their vehicles carefully and responsibly, keeping a safe speed and avoiding harm to people or property. They are required to use the highest level of care while driving.

2. If someone breaks this rule:



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