How Does CA Law AB 1371 Prevent Bicycle Accidents

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HOW DOES CA LAW AB 1371PREVENT BICYCLE ACCIDENTS?

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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,

in 2012 49,000 bicyclists were injured and 726

were killed in bicycle accidents



California bicycle accidentfatalities increased

7% that year



AB 1371“Three Feet for Safety Act”



California law nowrequires drivers to keep their vehicles three feet away from

bicyclists when passing them from behind



If road conditions or traffic prevent the 3 feet buffer zone,

drivers must “slow to a speed that is reasonable

and prudent” and pass only when it doesn’t endanger the bicyclist



What Can Bicyclists Do to Stay Safe?



Distracted driving is one of the main causes

of bicycle accidentsso bicyclists need to watch

out for motor vehicle drivers who aren’t watching out for them



To be safe, bicyclists should take

precautions andfollow the bicycle rules

in the California Vehicle Code



Always ride with the traffic

Obey traffic signals, signs and laws

Use a bike lane when available



Use hand signals when turningCheck local laws regarding riding on

sidewalksEquip bicycles with safety lights and equipment



Do not wear headphones over both earsDo not ride under the influence of alcohol,

drugs or certain medications

Always wear safety equipment



For more information about bicycle safety in California,

read “Sharing the Road” published by the California

Department of Motor Vehicles

http://apps.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures/fast_facts/ffdl37.pdf



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for a free consultation



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