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Susan asked: The Women’s Association of my community is interested in hosting a bicycle class on a Sat. this coming fall. Can you assist us in finding a qualified leader? read more…
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Keuchenberg asked: I’ve called the Department of Motor vehicles here in Florida and they said that a gas bicycle is considered a “Motorized Bicycle” and does not require a license or registration. I have a Class E license, so does this mean I can operate my gas bicycle on public roads without the need for registration? read more…
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Richard asked: Is it a requirement for adults to wear a bicycle helmet when riding a bicycle? Do all law enforcement officers who ride a bicycle in the performance of their duties wear a bicycle helmet? Does the State of Florida recommend all bicycle riders wear a bicycle helmet? read more…
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Raymond asked: I asked at the Lee County Motor Vehicle Dept. and they gave me your web page. It is very difficult to follow rules if you don”t know what they are and can’t get a copy. read more…
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E. asked: If a bicyclist gets off his or her bike while crossing a four lane highway (U.S 1) to accompany a pedestrian, or just to cross the cement island, is it legal and less nerve-wreaking on car drivers? What if the “driver” stays on his bike and WITHIN the painted mark at the edge of the island? I’m thinking specifically of U.S 1 and Shores Blvd, the entrance to Publix and the banks of that region. read more…
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John asked: I live in a gated community. When I cycle to and from work, I will open the gate from on my bike and ride on the street through the gate. I am being told that I am not allowed to do that. Would there be any Florida statutes that prohibit this? Our HOA has nothing to prohibit this and I think I should be allowed to use the gate as any other vehicle entering the community. read more…
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David asked: A bicycle with a small electric motor that does not go over 20 mph does not require a driver’s license or any other type of license. Is this correct? read more…
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Kathy asked: I hit a bicyclist yesterday. I did not see him. He’s okay. His bike will need a new front wheel. Thankfully, it was a very slow/low impact accident as I had just put my vehicle in first gear. I was pulling out of the drive onto a 6 lane divided highway and turning to my right to join the westbound traffic. The cyclist was traveling due east on the sidewalk. This 6 lane divided highway has bicycle lanes and the cyclist was on the sidewalk riding against traffic instead of with traffic. I was cited for failure to yield. I was stunned. Isn’t there also a law for cyclists about riding with traffic? I’m confused. read more…
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Alison asked: Is it illegal to ride on a bicycle in a drive thru? Banks and restaurants said they will not serve us, due to safety issues, but will allow motorcycles. And, if it is legal, can they really impose a company policy banning the use of bikes? Please clarify. read more…
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Evan asked: On this page, http://flbikelaw.org/2012/05/walking-on-a-one-way-street/, you seem to agree that it is legal, but not recommended, to ride against traffic if on the shoulder. Does this include the paved portion outside the white line? read more…
