Can a driver overtake a bicycle in Indiana?

Full question:

Can a driver of a vehicle overtake a bicycle in Indiana?

  • Category: Automobiles
  • Subcategory: Traffic Laws
  • Date:
  • State: Indiana

Answer:

Indiana does not have a specific law addressing overtaking bicycles. However, the general overtaking law, IC 9-21-8-5, states that when a driver overtakes another vehicle traveling in the same direction, they must pass to the left at a safe distance. The driver cannot return to the right side of the roadway until they are safely clear of the vehicle being overtaken.

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FAQs

Yes, you can overtake bike riders in Indiana, but you must do so safely. Indiana law requires drivers to pass cyclists at a safe distance, typically at least three feet. Always ensure that you have enough space to maneuver safely without endangering the cyclist.