There is not a criminal offense called road rage in most states, but there are criminal offenses for the aggressive, reckless driving motivated by anger, rage, and frustration that often leads to motor vehicle accidents and dangerous or deadly confrontations between drivers in road rage incidents. Aggressive driving behavior may also lead to traffic tickets and driver’s license suspensions for related offenses such as speeding, reckless driving, tailgating, lane blocking, illegal passing, racing, and assault with a deadly weapon (motor vehicle). And some states have passed laws that include significant fines and potential jail or prison time for such reckless driving.

In Missouri, while there is no specific criminal offense termed 'road rage,' behaviors typically associated with road rage can lead to criminal charges under various statutes. Aggressive driving actions such as speeding, reckless driving, tailgating, and illegal passing are traffic offenses that can result in citations, fines, and points on a driver's license, potentially leading to suspension. More severe conduct, such as using a vehicle to assault someone, could be charged under assault statutes, which may include the use of a vehicle as a deadly weapon. Missouri law stipulates that reckless driving, which could encompass road rage behaviors, is a misdemeanor offense. Penalties for these offenses can range from fines to imprisonment, depending on the severity of the incident and whether it resulted in injury, death, or property damage. It is important for individuals to understand that while 'road rage' is not a standalone offense, the associated actions can have serious legal consequences.