A gesture is a form of non-verbal communication or non-vocal communication in which visible bodily actions communicate particular messages, either in place of, or in conjunction with, speech. Gestures include movement of the hands, face, or other parts of the body.

Verbal communication is the use of sounds and words to express yourself, especially in contrast to using gestures or mannerisms (non-verbal communication). An example of verbal communication is saying “No” when someone asks you to do something you don’t want to do.

Verbal communication is about language, both written and spoken. In general, verbal communication refers to our use of words while nonverbal communication refers to communication that occurs through means other than words, such as body language, gestures, and silence.

In Western culture, “the finger” or the middle finger (as in giving someone the (middle) finger or the bird or flipping someone off) is an obscene hand gesture. The gesture is usually used to express contempt but can also be used humorously or playfully.

Nothing legally. If done at school or work you could be reprimanded by an adminstrator or employer, but it is not illegal to flip someone the bird.

Yes. Unless you have an employment agreement, you can be fired for a good reason, bad reason, or no reason at all. Flipping a person off can be misconduct, so be careful that when you are terminated, that…

Not just the police, it’s illegal to do it to anyone, though the police have the authority to write the ticket. Not just the police, it’s illegal to do it to anyone, though the police have the authority to write the ticket. I know a few people who have been charged with stunting for doing the single finger salute.

Criminal harassment, more commonly known as stalking, can be defined as harassing behaviour including repeatedly following, communicating with or watching over one’s dwelling home. This sort of behaviour is against the law.

No, it’s not illegal to drive with your interior lights on as there’s no legislation mandating whether people can, or cannot, legally drive with interior lighting. These lights are designed to illuminate the entire cabin to make it easier and safer to enter or exit the vehicle at night, or in low-light conditions.

Are you allowed to warn other drivers about the “speed trap”? Warning other drivers is not illegal, said Caledon OPP Const. Ian Michel. He said it actually assists police in reducing the speeds and correcting the behaviours of drivers, which makes for safer roads — the main goal.

Common modifications that are illegal

• Tinted windows / window glazing.
• Headlamps.
• Tail lamps.
• Colour.
• Mufflers.
• License plates.

Canada. Underglow or ground effects lightings are illegal in the province of Alberta, Canada. The use of these lightings are prohibited under section 4 subsection (4) of Alberta’s Vehicle Equipment Regulation.

Per California Vehicle Code Section 25102 VC, LED lights mounted in the wheel well are illegal. The light source in each of the lamps shall not exceed two candlepower and shall emit diffused light of any color, except that the color red is permitted only on authorized emergency vehicles.”

Alaska administrative code requires that headlights emit white light and be mounted no more than 54 inches high. Drivers within 500 feet of oncoming traffic must ensure “the glaring or high-intensity portion of the light is not projected into the eyes of the oncoming driver.”

RCMP Alberta on Twitter: “. @Kieran_Weber LED light bars are not legal for use on public roads.”

A: It is illegal to drive a pickup on our roads with the tailgate down unless you are carrying a load that does not allow the tailgate to close. Also be aware that the driver is responsible to make sure the load is properly secured.