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Important Texas Bicycle Laws Every Cyclist Should Know

Every road user motorist, pedestrian, and cyclist alike need to know the rules of the road. If you do not know the Texas bicycle laws, you may put yourself at risk of injury on the road. The legislation is always changing but more than half of the states already have a similar law in place. If you are a cyclist and want to know more about laws in Texas, contact a Dallas bicycle accident attorney Julie Johnson at the Law Office Of Julie Johnson and schedule a free consultation today.

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Important Texas Bicycle Laws Every Cyclist Should Know

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  1. Important Texas Bicycle Laws Every Cyclist Should Know

  2. Every road user — motorist, pedestrian, and cyclist alike need to know the rules of the road. If you do not know the Texas bicycle laws, you may put yourself at risk of injury on the road, as well as for receiving a citation or fine for violations.

  3. You can find the majority of the traffic laws that apply to bicycles in Texas Transportation Code Chapter 551. According to § 551.101(a), the law considers a bicycle a vehicle, and as such, a cyclist has the same rights and obligations as a motorist. Which Traffic Laws Apply To Cyclists? “Unless a specific statutory right or duty is “Unless a specific statutory right or duty is altered by Tex” altered by Tex”

  4. What Are Some General Texas Bicycle Laws Of Which You Should Be Aware?

  5. Cyclists can ride on Texas highways, although riding on the highway might not be such a great idea. If cyclists are riding on a one-way road, they should ride to the far left not right. Cyclists can not ride more than two abreast. 02 04 01 03 05 Cyclists must use hand signals when turning. Cyclists must yield to pedestrians.

  6. How Do I Keep Up-to-date With Cycling Traffic Laws InTexas? The legislation is always changing. For example, there was recently a new bill, HB 2459, under consideration in Texas that would have required drivers to allow a minimum of three feet of space when passing a cyclist on the road. More than half of the states already have a similar law in place.

  7. Hire An Attorney If you are a cyclist and want to know more about laws in Texas, contact a Dallas bicycle accident attorney Julie Johnson at the Law Office Of Julie Johnson today.

  8. Contact Details 12222 Merit Drive, Suite 1202 Dallas, Texas 75251 214-290-8001 https://www.juliejohnsonlaw. com/contact-us/

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