> Driving defensively is not just a class you go to to get out of a ticket, nor is it letting everyone else in their cars do what they want to do before you do what you want to do. It's knowing who has the right of way in what situation -- and taking it, if it's you. It's seeing a driver look in his rearview mirror and anticipating that means he's probably going to get over in front of you -- and allowing him room, if appropriate, or passing him, if appropriate. It's knowing when to yield the right of way, even if rightfully, it should be yours, because the other driver is obviously in more of a hurry than you.

Yep. Defensive driving is more about Stayin' Alive than getting out of tickets. In fact, what they told mom was basically, do what you can to stay alive, and pay the ticket if one comes to you*. It's a relatively small price to pay.

> Mou"driving for over half my life now"sie

*I can see it coming. OF COURSE drive legally whenever possible. But in those few situations where doing so could cost you, say, your LIFE, do what you have to and face the (lesser) consequences.