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 Mississippi, while there is no specific criminal offense termed 'road rage,' behaviors typically associated with road rage can fall under various traffic and criminal statutes. Aggressive driving actions such as speeding, reckless driving, tailgating, improper lane usage, and unlawful passing are covered under Mississippi's traffic laws and can result in citations, fines, and points on a driver's license. More severe conduct, such as using a vehicle to assault someone or engaging in behavior that could be classified as reckless endangerment, may lead to criminal charges, which can carry significant penalties including fines, driver's license suspension, and even imprisonment. Mississippi law enforcement takes aggressive driving seriously, and individuals exhibiting such behaviors on the road may face legal consequences that reflect the potential danger they pose to public safety.