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Traffic LawCalifornia, USA

California Lane Splitting Law

Summary

California law defines lane splitting as a motorcycle operating between rows of stopped or moving vehicles and grants the Highway Patrol authority to develop safety guidelines.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right of motorcyclists to legally split lanes in traffic congestion
  • 02.
    Right to be free from harassment by other drivers while lane splitting

Penalties

  • 01.
    Citations for unsafe lane changes if split improperly
  • 02.
    Potential reckless driving charges for excessive speed while splitting

Verified Citations

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