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Driving on Right Side of Roadway

Operator shall drive on right half of roadway, and if driving more slowly you must move right

Driving Past Vehicle Moving in Opposite Direction

Operator moving in opposite direction, must move to the right and give at least half of the roadway to the oncoming traffic

Passing to the Left; Return; Being Passed

When Passing on one lane road, must pass on the left. When being passed, you may not accelerate until the other car has passed. Is used for when people cut back in after passing unsafely.

Passing to the Left: Safe Distance

When passing a vehicle, the left lane must be clearly visible and free of approaching traffic. Must return to lane before reaching 200 feet of oncoming traffic or as soon as practical.

Passing to the Left: Passing Zones

Vehicle may not pass on the left while in a no-passing zone. Enforced by signs or solid center lines.




Temporary signs do not count, they must be supported by a city ordinance. But, it is considered a warning sign, and a violation is "disregard a traffic control device"

Driving to the Left of Center of Roadway: Limitations Other Than Passing

A driver may not drive on the left side of the Roadway if within 100 feet of:



  • An Intersection
  • A Railroad crossing
  • A Bridge
  • While waiting for access to a Ferry

Passing to the Right

A vehicle may pass on the right of another vehicle if:



  • Other vehicle is about to make a left turn


Improved Shoulder

An operator may drive on an improved shoulder to the right of the roadway but only to:



  • stop
  • accelerate before entering highway
  • decelerate before making right turn
  • to pass another vehicle that is stopped or slowing turning left
  • to allow faster vehicle to pass
  • to avoid collision



Does Not apply to:



  • Police Patrol
  • Bicycle
  • A emergency vehicle responding to call

One Way Roadways and Rotary Traffic Islands

A driver shall only drive in the direction indicated. When driving around a Rotary, drive only to the right.

Driving on Roadway Laned for Traffic

An Operator on a roadway divided into two or more clearly marked lanes shall drive within a single marked lane and may not move from lane unless movement can be made safely. Other vehicle must be present to be considered hazardous.

Driving on Multiple-Lane Roadway

An operator entering a lane of traffic from a lane to the right shall yield to the vehicles entering the same lane from the left.

Following Distance

An operator shall maintain an assured clear distance and can safely stop without colliding. Trucks drawing vehicles must leave space between them to allow another vehicle passing to occupy the space between.




Doesn't Apply to:



  • caravan
  • motorcade
  • funeral procession

Driving on a Divided Highway

When a highway is separated by space or a physical barrier an Operator may not drive over, across, or in a dividing space except:



  • through an opening
  • At a crossover or intersection

Restricted Access

An operator may not drive on or from a limited-access or controlled-access roadway except at an entrance or exit that is established by public authority.

Passing a School Bus

An operator on a highway, when approaching from either direction a school bus stopped on the highway to receive or discharge students:



  • shall stop when visual signal given
  • may not proceed until bus resumes motion
  • both sides must stop if no physical median divider is present

Turning at Intersection

When turning right, turn as closely as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway. When turning left yield to oncoming traffic. On intersecting one-way roads, left turn must turn as closely as practical to the curb

Turning on Curve or Crest of Grade

May not pull a U-turn within 500 feet of the crest of a hill

Safely Turning

Turning must be made in a safe manner

Signaling Turns; Use of Turn Signals

Must use turn signals within 100 feet of turn.

Signaling Stops

May not stop or suddenly decrease speed without first giving a stop signal.

Signals by Hand and Arm or by Signal Lamp

An operator is required to give a stop or turn signal either by hand signals or lighting signal lamps. Arm signals mainly for bicycles or motorcycles.

Vehicle Approaching or Entering Intersection

An operator approaching an intersection shall stop, yield, and grant immediate use of the intersection in obedience to traffic control device.



  • If traffic control device not present or not working, treat as a stop.
  • Must yield to vehicles already in the intersection

Intersection Yielding

  • Smaller Roads yield to Larger Roads
  • Unpaved roads yield to paved roads
  • At a T-Intersection, must yield to through traffic

Vehicle Turning Left

When turning left, you must yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic

Vehicle Entering or Leaving Limited-Access or Controlled Access Highway

Must Yield to vehicles leaving or entering controlled access highway.

Vehicle Approached by Authorized Emergency Vehicle

Drivers must move to the right and stop

Passing Certain Vehicles

When a Police officer is using light signals on the side of the road, drivers must vacate the closest lane or reduce speed to 20 miles per hour under the posted speed limit.

Obedience to Signal Indicating Approach of Train

An operator approaching a railroad crossing shall stop no closer than 15 feet or no farther than 50 feet from the nearest rail.


Buses to Stop at all Railroad Grade Crossings

All buses shall stop within 15 to 50 feet nearest rail of the railroad. While stopped, shall listen and look in both directions along the track for approaching trains.


Vehicles Carrying Explosive Substances or Flammable Liquids

When approaching railroad crossing, these vehicles must stop when within city or slow to 20 miles per hour when outside of city

Moving Heavy Equipment at Railroad Grade Crossings

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Emerging from an Alley, Driveway, or Building

An operator emerging from an alley, driveway, or building must stop the vehicle before moving on a sidewalk to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian.

Stopping, Standing, or Parking Outside a Business or Residence District

A vehicle may not park a vehicle on a main traveled part of a highway outside a business unless:



  • parking off highway is not practicable;
  • width of highway beside the vehicle is unobstructed and open for passage; and
  • Vehicle is within clear view for at least 200 feet in each direction



Not applicable to disabled vehicles, vehicles used to transport waste, or tow trucks.

Stopping, Standing, or Parking Prohibited in Certain Places

Prohibited to Park:



  • in opposite direction of travel
  • on a sidewalk
  • in an intersection
  • on a crosswalk
  • between a safety zone
  • alongside street construction
  • on a bridge
  • in a tunnel
  • on a railroad track
  • where official signs prohibit

Prohibited Places

May not, except momentarily park:



  • in front of a driveway
  • within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
  • within 20 feet of crosswalk at intersection
  • within 30 feet of traffic-control signal
  • within 20 feet of fire station driveway and within 75 feet on opposite side of street
  • Where a sign prohibits

Additional Parking Regulations

Must park parallel to and within 18 inches of curb

Removal of Unlawfully Stopped Vehicle

A peace officer may tow a vehicle illegally parked anytime.


-Or-


If vehicle is abandoned:



  • on a controlled access highway for 24 hours
  • after 48 hours everywhere else

Overnight Parking of Commercial Motor Vehicle in or near residential Subdivision

A commercial motor vehicle may not park in residential subdivision overnight. May only park during the day if working there.

Speeding Over Limit

An operator may not drive at a speed greater then is reasonable and prudent under the circumstances then existing.

Unsafe Speed

May not drive a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions

Fail to Control Speed

Shall control speed of the vehicle as necessary to avoid colliding with another person or vehicle

Prima Facie Speed Limits

Default Speeds when not Posted




Urban Road Speed: 30 Miles Per hour


Alley or Beach Speed: 15 Miles Per hour


Numbered Highway: 70 Miles Per hour


Non-Urban Highway: 60 Miles Per hour



Authority to Alter

In order to post speed limit other than the Default Limits, a speed study must be conducted

Special Speed Limitations

545.361

Minimum Speed Regulations

545.363

Speed Limit Exception for Emergencies

Speed Limit Does Not apply to:



  • An authorized emergency vehicle responding to emergency
  • Police Patrol
  • A physician or Ambulance responding to emergency call

Reckless Driving; Offense

A person commits an offense if the person drives a vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property



  • misdemeanor punishable by:
  • Fine not to exceed $200
  • Confinement in county jail for not more than 30 days
  • both the fine and confinement

Special Speed Limitations


  • A Motor-Driven cycle may not drive faster than 35 miles per hour unless equipped with headlights that can reveal 300 feet ahead.
  • A vehicle with solid rubber tires may not drive more than 10 miles per hour
  • Farm Chemical dispenser may not drive more than 30 miles per hour

Moving A Parked Vehicle

545.402

Unattended Motor Vehicle

An Operator may not leave the vehicle unattended without:



  • stopping the engine
  • locking the ignition
  • removing the key from ignition
  • setting the paring brake
  • if on a hill, turn wheels toward curb

Following or Obstructing Fire Apparatus or Ambulance

A driver may not drive within 500 feet behind a fire truck or Ambulance

Crossing Fire Hose

A driver is not allowed to drive over a fire hose unless given consent

Drawbars and Trailer Hitches; Saddle-mount towing


  • A drawbar must be strong enough to pull the weight drawn and may not exceed 15 feet in length.
  • If using a chain, rope, or cable a 12 square inch white flag must be attached to the chain.

Towing Safety Chain

Operators of a passenger car or light truck may not tow without using safety chains

Use of Rest Area: Offense

An offense if the person remains at a rest area for more than 24 hours or erects a shelter at the area. Notice must be given to the offender and refuses to depart before an offense.

Child Passenger Safety Seat Systems; Offense

A child must be in a safety seat unless:



  • 8 or older
  • Taller than 4' 9"



Penalty is misdemeanor fine $25 - $250




Does not apply to someone transporting for hire

Safety Belts: Offense

A person commits an offense if:



  • if is a passenger that is at least 15 and sitting in passenger seat that is equipped with a belt and is not secured by a safety belt
  • If is the operator of a vehicle equipped and does not require persons 16 and younger to be secured.
  • Driver is responsible for persons younger than 17
  • Passengers 15 or older get their own tickets

Defense to Not using Safety Belts

  • Postal delivery
  • Newspaper delivery
  • Public Utilities operator
  • A commercial farm vehicle
  • Garbage Truck
  • Medical Reason

Riding in Open Beds: Offense

A person commits an offense if operates a open-bed truck occupied by a child younger than 18.


Unless:



  • Family vehicle with not enough seats
  • In parade
  • On beach
  • Hayride



Fine of $25 - $200

Riding in or on Boat or Personal Watercraft Drawn by Vehicle; Offense

A person commits an offense if driver allows child younger than 18 to ride on watercraft drawn by the motor vehicle.

Backing a Vehicle

An operator may not back the vehicle unless movement can be made safely. Also cannot backup on the shoulder or roadway of a limited access highway.

Riding on Motorcycle

A motorcycle operator shall ride on a permanent and regular seat attached to the motorcycle. May not carry passengers unless designed to carry more passengers. Passenger must be at least 5 years of age.




Fine of $100 - $200

Obstruction of Operator's View or Driving Mechanism

An operator may not drive a vehicle when more than 3 passengers are in the front seat such that



Opening Vehicle Doors

A person may not open a door on the side of moving traffic unless it is safe and doesn't interfere with traffic.

Riding in House Trailer

A person may not occupy a house trailer while it is being moved.

Person Riding in Trailer

A person may not operate a truck when another person occupies the trailer being drawn.


Unless:



  • hayride
  • in parade
  • designed for human habitation



Class B Misdemeanor

Racing on Highway

A person may not participate in any manner in:



  • a race
  • drag race
  • test of physical endurance of operator



Class B Misdemeanor


Class A if intoxicated/open container

Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police Officer; Offense

A person commits an offense if the person willfully fails to stop or flees a pursuing police vehicle when given a visual or audible signal to bring the vehicle to a stop. The police vehicle must be marked.



  • Class B Misdemeanor



Different from Evading (PC 38.04)

Crossing Sidewalk or Hike and Bike Trail

A person may not drive a motor vehicle on a sidewalk or a hike/bike trail except on a permanent driveway.

Crossing Property

An operator may not cross a parking lot or business entrance without stopping the vehicle or to avoid an intersection.



  • Used for people cutting through parking lots at traffic lights.

Use of Wireless Communication Device in a School Crossing Zone or while operating a bus with a minor passenger

An operator may not use use a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle within a school crossing zone that is in effect.


Unless:



  • Hands Free
  • Vehicle is stopped



Same rules for School Property

Operation of School Bus

A person may not operate a school bus if:



  • The bus door is open
  • Passengers exceed the limit
  • Passengers standing
  • Passengers sitting on floor or place not designated

Insufficient Undercarriage

An operator may not drive across a railroad crossing without sufficient undercarriage clearance

Permissible Conduct

When operating as an authorized Emergency Vehicle the operator may:



  • park wherever
  • roll and run stop signs and stop lights after slowing for safe procession through the stop
  • exceed speed limit as long as doesn't endanger life or property
  • Disregard a regulation governing the direction of movement or turn

Audible or Visual Signals Required

Operator shall use lights and sirens in accordance with policies when in emergency

Exceptions to Signal Requirement

A police Officer may operate emergency vehicle without audible or visual signals if the officer is:



  • pursuing violator and believes that the suspect will destroy evidence of a suspected felony
  • evading detection of the suspect
  • if signals increase collision risk

Duty of Care

This chapter does not relieve from the duty to operate the vehicle with appropriate regard for safety of all persons; or the consequences reckless disregard for the safety of others.

Closure of Road or Highway by Firefighter

A firefighter may close one or more lanes of a road to protect the safety of persons. Only close affect lane or one additional lane. The firefighter shall deploy one or more vehicles with both lights and sirens.

General Equipment Offenses

An operator commits a misdemeanor if:



  • is unsafe as to endanger a person
  • is not equipped to standards
  • equipped in a manner prohibited

Duty to Display Lights

A vehicle shall display each lighted lamp and illuminating device required:



  • At nighttime
  • when light is insufficient
  • visibility is less than 1,000 feet



A signaling device shall be lighted:



  • at least one lamp shall be displayed on each side of the front of the vehicle
  • Not more than 4 lamps shall be lighted at one time on the front of the vehicle

Color Requirments

Lighting or reflector on rear of vehicle:



  • lighted or reflected RED



Signaling Device on Rear of vehicle



  • RED, AMBER, or YELLOW

Restrictions on Use of Lights


547.305


  • Headlights cannot strike roadway farther than 75 feet
  • No one, other than police vehicle, shall have red lights to the front center
  • Cannot have a red, white, or blue beacon, flashing, or alternating light unless authorized

LED Ground Effect Lighting Equipment on Motorcycle

May operate a motorcycle with non-flashing Amber or White LED's directed to the ground.

Headlamps Required

Must have at least 2 headlamps mounted on each side of the front of the vehicle

Tail-lamps required

A motor vehicle or trailer made after 1960 shall have at least 2 tail-lamps. (other standards for before 1960)

Stop-lamps Required

Vehicles required to have at least 2 stop lamps.

Turn Signals Required

Turn signals are required on each corner of vehicle. May use White or Amber lamp on any corner. May also use a Red Lamp on the rear of the vehicle.

Reflectors Required

A Motor vehicle shall be equipped with 2 or more RED reflectors to the rear. Can include the tail-lamp.

Minimum Lighting Requirment

On a vehicle specifically not required to be equipped with lamps shall:



  • 1 WHITE light to the front
  • 2 RED light or 1 RED light/2 RED Reflectors to the rear



Includes Bicycles!

Spot Lamps Permitted

A motor vehicle may not be equipped with more than 2 spot lamps. Spot lamps shall not be aimed at mirrors or windshields

Fog Lamps Permitted

A vehicle may be equipped with not more than 2 fog lights mounted at the front of the vehicle between 12 to 30 inches.

Auxiliary Passing Lamps Permitted

A motor vehicle may be equipped with no more than 2 auxiliary passing lamps. May be used with headlights. Mounted at a height from 12-24 inches.

Auxiliary Driving Lamps Permitted

A vehicle may be equipped with no more than 2 auxiliary driving lamps. May be used with headlights.

Hazard Lamps Permitted

A vehicle may be equipped with lamps to warn others of a vehicular traffic hazard.



  • White or Amber in the front and
  • Red or Amber in the Rear

Multiple Beam Lighting Equipment Required

High beams shall reach 450 feet ahead


Low beams shall reach 150 feet ahead

Large Vehicle Lighting Requirments

A bus, truck , trailer, or semi-trailer shall be equipped with:



  • 2 front clearance lamps
  • 2 rear clearance lamps
  • 4 side marker lamps, one on each side
  • 4 reflectors, one on each side

Farm Tractor General Lighting

Farm Tractors and implements of husbandry shall have:



  • at least 2 headlights
  • at least 1 Red rear light
  • at least 2 Red rear reflectors
  • hazard lamps

Lighting Equipment on Projecting Loads

A vehicles transporting materials that extends at least 4 feet beyond the bed shall display on the extreme rear of the load:



  • 2 Red lamps
  • 2 Red reflectors that indicate width
  • 2 Red lamps that indicate length of overhang

-OR-


12 inch Red square flags that mark extremities

Lighting Requirements on Parked Vehicles



A vehicle, other than a motor-driven cycle, shall be equipped with at least one lamp that:



  • Emits White or Amber light from front
  • Emits Red light from Rear
  • Is mounted as near as practical to the edge of the vehicle

Brakes Required

All motor vehicles shall be equipped with brakes except:



  • trailer, semitrailer, or pole trailer that weighs less than 4,500 pounds

Parking Brakes Required

A vehicle, except motorcycles or motor-driven cycles, shall be equipped with parking brakes.

Brake warning devices required

A bus or truck that uses air brakes, shall have a warning device that shows when brakes are under 50%.

Audible Warning Devices (Horn)

A motor vehicle shall be equipped with a horn in good working condition that emits a sound audible from 200 feet

Display of Hazard Lamps

An operator of a vehicle that is stopped on a roadway or shoulder shall immediately display vehicle hazard warning lights

Display of Devices When view of Vehicle Obstructed

If insufficient lights exists to reveal a person or vehicle at a distance of 1,000 feet, the operator shall within 10 minutes:



  • Put up hazard warning devices from 100 to 500 feet before vehicle

Safety Belts Required

A vehicle shall be equipped with front safety belts

Mirrors Required

A motor vehicle shall have mirrors that reflect at least 200 feet to the rear

Windshield Wipers Required

A motor vehicle shall be equipped with a device that cleans moisture from windshield

Emission Systems Required

Emission System is Required. An offense if it is removed or a part is removed. An offense if vehicle emits visible smoke for 10 seconds or longer or the smoke is suspended in the air for 10 seconds or longer before dissipating.

Use of Certain Video Equipment and Television Receivers

Vehicle Television cannot be visible to operator unless vehicle's transmission is in park and the parking brake is applied. Unless it is built into the vehicle, such as a navigation system

Fire Extinguisher Required

A school bus or a motor vehicle that transports passengers for hire shall be equipped with a fire extinguisher.

Restrictions on Windows

Offense if the person operates a motor vehicle that has an object or material that obstructs or reduces the operators clear view

Radar Interference Devices; Offense

A person may not use or attempt to install or operate a radar interference device in a motor vehicle.

Motorcycle Footrests and Handholds Required

A motorcycle that is designed to carry more than one person must have the handlebars and footrests equipped for that person.

Additional Equipment Requirements for School Buses and Other Buses Used to Transport School Children

A School Bus shall be equipped with:



  • a convex mirror
  • signal lamps
  • rooftop warning lights
  • movable stop arm



When stopped, the school bus shall activate all flashing warning signal lights

Super Single Tire

Means a wide-based, single tire that may be used in place of two standard tires on the same axle

Restrictions on Airbags

A person commits an offense if the person knowingly:



  • installs a counterfeit airbag
  • makes or sells counterfeit airbags



A State Jail Felony

Requirements for Multifunction School School Activity Buses

A multifunction school activity bus may not be painted "National School Bus Glossy Yellow"

Additional Equipment Requirements for Authorized Emergency Vehicles

An authorized emergency vehicle may be equipped with a siren, exhaust whistle, or bell:



  • approved by department
  • emits sound heard at least 500 feet away



The Operator shall use siren to warn other vehicles or pedestrians of approach



Emergency Vehicle Signal Lamps

Signal Lamps shall be:



  • mounted as high and wide as possible
  • display 4 flashing Red lights, 2 front, 2 rear
  • emit light at least 500 feet away during day light



Volunteer firefighters may have signal lights

Motorcycle Lighting Requirements

Motorcycle Lighting Requirements:



  • no more than 2 headlights (multiple-beam)
  • at least 1 taillight
  • lamp to illuminate license plate
  • At least 1 Stop lamp
  • At least 1 rear red reflector

Application of Bicycle Rules

Applies only to a person operating a bicycle on:



  • a highway
  • path set aside for exclusive operation of bicycle

General Operation of a Bicycle

A person operating a Bicycle shall:



  • Ride only on a permanent and regular seat attached to the bicycle
  • May not carry more people than designed
  • May not carry object that keep operator from keeping at least one hand on the handlebars
  • May not attach person or bicycle to a streetcar or vehicle on a roadway

Bicycle Operation on Roadway

A person operating a bicycle shall move to the right when slower than vehicle traffic, unless:



  • passing
  • turning left
  • Lane is less than 14 feet in width
  • May ride 2 abreast in single lane

Bicycle Safety Equipment

Bicycle Safety Equipment Required:



  • Brake



May not Ride at Night unless:



  • White light on front
  • Red reflector on Rear
  • Red Light on Rear

Competitive Bicycle Racing

Only hold a competitive bicycle race on public roadway with approval appropriate local law enforcement agencies.

Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Devices

Means a two non-tandem wheeled device designed for transporting one person that is self-balancing and propelled by an electric propulsion system with an average power of 750 watts or 1 Horsepower

Neighborhood Electric Vehicles

Means a vehicle that cannot go faster than 35 miles per hour for use in a neighborhood



  • Cannot be on roads with posted speed limit of over 45 miles per hour
  • Cannot exceed 35 miles per hour
  • Must follow lesser speed limit
  • Operate in a Master Planned Community

Motor-Assisted Scooter

A vehicle self-propelled device with at least 2 wheels in contact with the ground and has a braking system. Has a gas or electric motor not exceeding 40cc. Has a deck to stand or sit on and able to be propelled by human alone.



  • May be operated on street with posted speed limit of 35 or less

Pocket Bike or Minimotorbike

A self-propelled vehicle that is equipped with an engine that is 50cc or less, has 2 wheels, has a saddle, and not for use on the highway.

Operation of Pocket Bike

Pocket Bikes are not Authorized on any:



  • highway, road, or street
  • bike path, or
  • a sidewalk

Operation of Motor-assisted Scooter

Operation of Motor-assisted scooter only if:



  • on street 35 miles per hour or less
  • may operate on bike path unless otherwise posted

Golf Carts and Utility Vehicles


  • May not register golf carts for use on highways regardless of alterations.
  • may operate in a master planned community
  • on a street posted 35 or less during the daytime
  • operate within 2 miles of where normally parked

Pedestrian; Traffic Control Signals

A pedestrian shall follow traffic control signals when crossing street:



  • Green, may cross
  • Red/Yellow, may not enter roadway



Unless directed by a special control signal

Pedestrian Right-of-Way if Control Signal Present

A pedestrian facing a "Walk" Signal may proceed and a operator a vehicle shall yield to the right-of-way to the pedestrian




A Pedestrian facing a "Don't Walk" Signal may not proceed. If already in the roadway, will proceed.

Pedestrian Right-Of-Way at Crosswalk

The operator of a vehicle shall yield to a pedestrian crossing a roadway in a crosswalk if:



  • no traffic control signal in place
  • the pedestrian is in the road
  • May not pass another vehicle stopped for a pedestrian at a crosswalk

Crossing at Point other than Crosswalk

A pedestrian shall yield to vehicles on the highway if crossing the roadway at a place:



  • other than in a marked crosswalk



Between adjacent intersections at which traffic control signals are in operation, a person may only cross in crosswalk




A pedestrian may only cross a intersection diagonally if authorized by a traffic control device

Use of Sidewalk

A pedestrian may not walk along and on a roadway if an adjacent sidewalk is provided and is accessible to the pedestrian. If no sidewalk is provided, the pedestrian shall walk on the left side of the roadway or on the shoulder facing oncoming traffic.

Safety Guards or Mud Flaps Required

Mud Flaps are required for:



  • A road tractor, truck, trailer, truck-tractor in Combination with a semitrailer
  • Towing Vehicle has at least 4 rear tires or at least 2 super single tires.

Promise to Appear

When in violation of a Traffic Offense, the offender must sign the Promise to Appear ticket in order to be released from the traffic stop. If the offender refuses, they are refusing to appear before a judge and shall be arrested.

2 Traffic Offenses where you don't Arrest

Officer shall issue a written notice to appear, or citation, for:



  • Speeding, or
  • Open Container



They must sign the citation though

Speeding Citation Must Include

Speeding Citation must include both:



  • the minimum and maximum posted speed limit
  • The speed the offender was allegedly going

Motor Cycle Protective Headgear

Must wear protective headgear if under 21 years of age.




If older than 21, it is an exception if:



  • Completed Motorcycle Safety Course
  • Covered by Health Insurance for motorcycle injuries



If not wearing a helmet, may not stop solely to determine if the driver has completed the course or has health insurance coverage

Autocycle

means a motor vehicle, other then a tractor, that is:



  • 3 wheels
  • equipped with steering wheel
  • seating other than saddle
  • considered to be a motorcycle, so same safety requirments

To Ride Motor Cycle without Helmet

If the operator is 21 or older and has completed the motorcycle safety course and has health insurance coverage.



Sport Bikes

factory built motorcycles that resembleprofessional racing motorcycles. Thisstyle of motorcycles generally attracts younger riders

Street Bikes

regular motorcycles that range from 250cc to 1100cc engines.

Cruiser Class Motor Cycle

"Top End" motorcycles that average1100cc to 1800cc in size and usually are equipped with windshields, saddlebags,and accessories. Due to their price,their riders are usually older

Motorcycle Club

A motorcycle club is a group of people that ridemotorcycles in organized activities. They may wear distinctive clothing to identify their club. Their primaryactivities involve the sport of motorcycling.

Criminal Street Gang

3 or more persons with a common symbol that regular associate in the commission of criminal activities.

All-Terrain Vehicle

Means a motor vehicle that is equipped with seats for the rider and a passenger. Has 3 or 4 tires and designed for off-highway use. Not more than 50 inches wide.

Beach

means a beach area that borders the seaward shore of the Gulf of Mexico

Operation of All-Terrain Vehicle Under 14

If operating all-terrain vehicle and younger than 14 years of age, they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

All Terrain Safety Certificate Required

A person must hold a safety certificate in order operate an all-terrain vehicle.

All Terrain Equipment Required Equipment

All Terrain Vehicles are required to have:



  • brake system
  • muffler
  • spark arrester
  • Headlights
  • Taillights

All Terrain Safety Equipment Required

Must use a helmet and eye protection when operating an all-terrain vehicle

All-Terrain Vehicle on Roadway

All Terrain vehicle prohibited on roadways unless:



  • Cross roadway at 90 degrees
  • headlights and taillights activated
  • At the intersection of a divided highway
  • Attach 8-foot pole with orange triangular flag on the back
  • cannot exceed 25 miles from point of origin

Disability

Disability means:



  • mobility problem that impair the persons to ambulate
  • vision of 20/200 in best eye or less with correcting lenses
  • visual field subtends an angle of 20 degrees or less

Mobility problem that substantially impairs a person's ability to ambulate

means that a person cannot:



  • walk 200 feet without resting
  • cannot walk without assistance device
  • needs wheelchair
  • restricted by lung disease
  • uses portable oxygen
  • cardiac condition
  • foot disorder
  • arthritis
  • any other debilitating condition

Disabled Parking Placard

The Disabled Parking Placard must have:



  • Identification number
  • expiration Date
  • White/Blue - Permanent
  • White/Red - Temporary

Handicap Parking Application

May use a Handicap Parking Spot if:



  • regularly transport disabled person

Parking Privileges: Persons with Disabilities


Parking Privileges of Disability


  • May park in Disability Spot If has plate or placard
  • Exempt from Parking Meter Fee (not at airport though)
  • Also included Disabled Vet Plate

Valid Disability Parking Space

Needs the Disability sign and the international sign on the ground. Not enforceable without the sign in front of the space.

Abandoned Motor Vehicle

A motor vehicle is abandoned if:



  • is inoperable, is more than 5 years old and has been unattended for more than 48 hours
  • Remained illegally parked for more than 48 hours
  • has been left on a Turnpike for 24 hours

Abdandoned Nuisance Vehicle

means a motor vehicle that is at least 10 years old and is of a condition only to be junked, crushed, or dismantled.

Junked Vehicle

means a vehicle that is wrecked, dismantled, or inoperable for more than:



  • 72 hours on public property
  • 30 days on private property

Vehicle Registration Required

Required to register new vehicle or new resident within 30 days

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Registration section


LP section


Insurance section


Temp Tag


follow traffic control devices


remove material from highway 600.001


implied consent 724.001



General Penalty for Traffic Violation

Unless otherwise stated, the general penalty is:



  • misdemeanor
  • fine $1 - $200

Who is responsible for removing debris in the roadway after an accident?

The Tow Truck Driver is responsible for removing the debris after an accident from which a vehicle was towed.

Implied Consent

If a person is arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated than the person is deemed to have consented to give a sample of their breath and blood. They are able to retract this consent at anytime though.

Dealer's Temporary Tag

A dealer may issue a temporary tag for use on an unregistered vehicle by the dealer or the dealer's employees to demonstrate a prospective buyer of a vehicle.

Operation of Vehicle without License Plate

A person commits an offense if operates on a public highway a motor vehicle that does not:



  • display 2 license plates
  • comply with placement standards

Wrong, fictitious, altered, or obscured License Plate

commits an offense if:



  • displays false plates
  • has blurring or reflective covering
  • has attached lighting, sticker, or decals not authorized by law
  • covering that distorts angular visibility
  • obscures over 1/2 of TEXAS

Obeying Warning Signs and Barricades

A person commits an offense if the person disobeys a warning sign or drives around a barricade.




Each violation is a separate offense




Misdemeanor $1 - $200

Vehicle Registration Offense

Vehicle Registration Violation if:



  • not registered
  • does not properly display sticker
  • wrong, fictitious, altered, or obscured

Requirement of Financial Responsibility

A person may not operate a motor vehicle unless financial responsibility is established



  • a motor vehicle liability insurance policy