Full question:
What is the law relating to overtaking or passing bicycles in Illinois?
- Category: Automobiles
- Subcategory: Traffic Laws
- Date:
- State: Illinois
Answer:
In Illinois, the law regarding overtaking bicycles is known as the “Three Foot Passing Law” (625 ILCS 5/11-703). This law requires drivers of motor vehicles to maintain a safe distance of at least three feet when passing a bicycle or person traveling in the same direction on a highway. Drivers must also keep this distance until they have safely passed the bicycle or individual.
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