Charles Burgess
USBogus info Bogus info: "Why Do People Brake Check? [What & Why Complete Guide]" Author has little knowledge on the subject. "Is brake checking illegal or not? ... To answer your question, it’s highly illegal and an unethical thing to do on the roads. There are specific punishments stated in the constitution of the United States of America." The fact is that the US Constitution, written in 1789 (before the automobile was invented), does not address the topic at all. Totally bogus. Yes, "brake checking" is dangerous. Is it illegal? There are numerous valid reasons for suddenly applying brakes. The duty to maintain safe distance (normally 2 car lengths) falls completely on the driver of the fallowing car, thus if a car in front suddenly brakes, the safe distance allows for the car behind to stop in time to avoid collision. Tailgating is illegal, not braking.