Right of Way at Intersections
Question Mike asked: On a bike trail intersection with a (marked crosswalk} plus a small stop sign for the trail users and a full size stop sign for the road users, is the trail user {cyclist} required to stop for …
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Changing Lanes
Question Kathy asked: Vehicle traveling on 3 lane busy road in rush hour traffic. 2 way with turn lane in the middle for intersection with stoplight. Vehicle stopped at light and needs to get into turn lane (approximately 5 cars …
Electric Trike
Question K A asked: I just bought an electric trike. Max speed is 15 mph. I spent a lot of money on this. I do not have a drivers’ license. I ride it back and forth to work. It does …
Four-Wheeled Bicycle
Question Maria asked: My husband just brought home a two-seater four wheel bicycle and we would like to know if we can ride it on the streets of Miami, Florida. I have searched for local ordinances and have found nothing …
Which Side of the Road?
Question Rachel asked: I was riding north on the southbound side of the bridge. I feel safer because I can see the cars coming towards me. I got stopped and was told I had to ride on the northbound. What …
Bike Lanes
Question Is there a law that requires a bicyclist to use a marked and signed bicycle lane? Are there any exceptions?
Right Turn Lanes
Question Frank asked: 1. If I’m riding on the road (no bicycle lane and as far to the right as practicable) and a right hand turn lane comes up. Do I ride on the left of the solid line of …
Drive-Through Windows
Question Robin asked: What are the Florida laws concerning using your bike at a drive through at banks and fast food places? I went through the drive through at BOA yesterday and they served me as surprised as they were, …
Bicycles Prohibited
Question David asked: Can a city prohibit bicycles from city streets?
Pedestrians on Shared Use Paths
Question There are an amazing number of conflictual responses to this dilemma. On the “shared path” on Pine Island in Lee County there are no lines marking the path or in any way designating flow of traffic for cyclists or …