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 Oklahoma, while there is no specific criminal offense termed 'road rage,' behaviors typically associated with road rage can lead to criminal charges under various traffic and criminal 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. More serious offenses, such as assault with a deadly weapon (which can include the use of a motor vehicle), can lead to felony charges with the possibility of significant fines and incarceration. Oklahoma law defines reckless driving as driving carelessly in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property, and it is punishable by fines, imprisonment, or both. Additionally, repeat offenses can lead to driver's license suspensions. It is important for individuals to understand that aggressive driving behaviors can have serious legal consequences and to consult with an attorney if they are facing charges related to such incidents.