Which option is NOT a serious traffic offense for CMVs?

• A. Parking violations
• B. Excessive speeding 15 mph over the posted limit or more
• C. Reckless driving
• D. Following too closely

Answer: (A)

In CMV safety rules, only certain traffic violations are labeled as serious because they reflect unsafe vehicle operation. Excessive speeding (15 mph or more over the limit), reckless driving, and following too closely are considered serious violations that can lead to CDL disqualification. Parking violations, on the other hand, relate to where or when a vehicle is parked and do not involve operating a CMV in a way that directly risks traffic safety, so they are not counted as serious traffic offenses for CMVs. That’s why parking violations are the best choice for “not a serious traffic offense.”