Utah driver handbook

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   have two amber lights on the front and one on each side. Two red lights are required on the rear and one on each side at the rear. Lights must be visible from 500 feet at night. FIRE EXTINGUISHER —Although fire extinguishers are not required for all vehicles, it is recom - mended that all drivers carry at least one. Stopping a fire in

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   hours after sunset) with a parent or legal guardian. COMPLETION OF DRIVER EDUCATION AGE 19+ Applicants 19 years of age or older who have never been licensed to drive a motor vehicle may be licensed without completing a driver education course if they hold a learner permit for 90 days and complete at least 40 hours of driving (10 hours after sunset.) OR applicants

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   with a private provider. A student must also complete 40 hours of driving (10 hours after sunset) with a parent or legal guardian. COMPLETION OF DRIVER EDUCATION AGE 19+ Applicants 19 years of age or older who have never been licensed to drive a motor vehicle may be licensed without completing a driver education course if they hold a learner permit for 90 days

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   months and entitles you to drive a regular motor vehicle if: • You have reached a minimum age of 15. • The person sitting next to you is a licensed parent, stepparent, foster parent, legal guardian, approved driving instructor, or responsible adult, age 21 or older (passengers may be in the vehicle.) • Learner permit must be in your immediate possession. 6-MONTH LEARNER PERMIT

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   by visiting our website at dld.utah. gov , provide required documentation, pay the applicable fee, successfully pass the written knowledge test and an eye test. The written knowledge test scores for an entry-level learner permit are valid for 18 months. If you renew or let your permit expire, you must retake the written knowledge test. The entry-level learner permit is valid for 18 months

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   are valid for 18 months. If you renew or let your permit expire, you must retake the written knowledge test. The entry-level learner permit is valid for 18 months and entitles you to drive a regular motor vehicle if: • You have reached a minimum age of 15. • The person sitting next to you is a licensed parent, stepparent, foster parent, legal guardian,

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   fos - ter parent, legal guardian, approved driving instructor, or responsible adult 21 or over None N/A 16 If you have a driver license (not permit) 12 am - 5 am Accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years of age in the front seat, on agri - cultural assignment, driving to and from work, driving to and from a school spon - sored activity,

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   a licensed parent, stepparent, fos - ter parent, legal guardian, approved driving instructor, or responsible adult 21 or over If you have a driver license (not permit) immediate fam - ily members only in vehicle until six months from issue date Accompanied by a licensed driver 21 years of age in the front seat, on agricultural assignment, emergency situations 17 None N/A Front seat

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   9 C. DRIVER LICENSE FEES Provisional Class D license (under 21) $39.00 Extension of license by mail $42.00 CDL knowledge test $52.00 Regular Class D License (21 & over) $52.00 Extension of license by mail (65+) $22.00 CDL skills test $78.00 Learner permit $19.00 Duplicate $23.00 CDL endorsement

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    D DRIVER LICENSE To obtain an original regular Class D license, you must be at least 16 years of age. If you are young - er than 19, you must have completed an approved driver education course or have proof of a license from another state or country. This driver license allows you to drive all personal vehicles (up to 26,000 pounds.) Applicants younger

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    obey the rules of the road and have the same rights and duties as the operator of a motor vehicle or other vehicle. For additional driver license information, forms, and to test your knowledge with our online written knowledge practice test, visit our website at dld.utah.gov . Please be aware of imitator sites that do not end in .gov. Driver License Division (DLD) Services:

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    driving and safety. The guidelines require you to have 20/40 vision in at least one eye and a visual field of at least 90° to drive a Class D (regular) vehicle. When visiting a field office or if you are older than 65 at the time of your driver license application, you will be re - quired to pass a vision test. If unable

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    written knowledge tests per day, provided the division can facilitate the testing. If you need to return to the office after a failed attempt, a written retest appointment will need to be scheduled. The fee allows for not more than three attempts to pass the written knowledge test within 12 months. After three failed attempts at the written knowledge test, you may pay another

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    tempts to pass the written knowledge test. B. TRAFFIC SAFETY AND TRENDS EXAM All first-time applicants (learner permit holder) obtaining a Class D license will be required to pass an additional test and receive 100% score on this test. This exam is only offered on the Driver License Division website and may be taken as often as necessary before licensing. 50% of the questions

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    understanding of Utah laws and safe driving practices. The questions are based on the infor - mation provided in this handbook. The written knowledge test is not timed, but it generally takes 30 to 45 minutes to finish, and you must pass with a score of 80% or better. You can take two written knowledge tests per day, provided the division can facilitate the

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    pass the written knowledge test. B. TRAFFIC SAFETY AND TRENDS EXAM All first-time applicants (learner permit holder) obtaining a Class D license will be required to pass an additional test and receive 100% score on this test. This exam is only offered on the Driver License Division website and may be taken as often as necessary before licensing. 50% of the questions will relate

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    have a basic understanding of Utah laws and safe driving practices. The questions are based on the infor - mation provided in this handbook. The written knowledge test is not timed, but it generally takes 30 to 45 minutes to finish, and you must pass with a score of 80% or better. You can take two written knowledge tests per day, provided the division

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    • Be sure your vehicle is in the correct gear. Don’t grind the gears. Don’t coast to a stop. • Always obey the posted speed limits. If needed, reduce your speed to adjust for weather, road, and other traffic conditions. • Follow at a safe distance. Use the two-second rule. Increase your following distance in bad weather or poor visibility. • Know what the

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    NEW 2026 LAWS Effective May 6, 2026 HB 59 Identification Verification Amendments • When a court designates an individual as an interdicted person, the court may require the indi - vidual to surrender their Utah driver license or identification card.

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    white line. Merge like a zipper. The ZIPPER METHOD is the idea of alternating when merging at a congested merge point (i.e., construction zone.) Use both lanes of traffic until the vehicles reach the merge point, and once the vehicles reach the merge point, alternate, yielding the right-of-way into the sin - gle-traffic lane. A violation of this section is an infraction. REGULAR TRAFFIC

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    not stop over a marked stop line, pedestrian crosswalk, sidewalk, or other markers when stopping at a stop sign or traffic signal. Do not stop the vehicle in the intersection. When stopping behind an - other vehicle, ensure you can see the rear wheels of the vehicle in front of you. USE OF TURN SIGNALS Use turn signals when required. Do not signal too

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    front of a public or private driveway. • In an intersection. • Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. • On a crosswalk, or within 20 feet of a crosswalk. • Within 20 feet of the driveway entrance to any fire station, if signs are posted, you may not park on the opposite side of the road if you are within 75 feet of

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    edges of that area. • On any railroad track or within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing. • Alongside or opposite any street excavation or obstruction when stopping or parking would block traffic. • On the roadway side of any vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street (no dou - ble parking.) • On any

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    if signs are posted, you may not park on the opposite side of the road if you are within 75 feet of the fire station entrance. • Within 30 feet of any flashing beacon, stop sign, yield sign, or traffic control signal. • In an area posted for pedestrian use or within 30 feet of the edges of that area. • On any railroad

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    (no dou - ble parking.) • On any bridge or other elevated highway structure or in a highway tunnel. • At any place where official signs prohibit stopping. • On the shoulder of any interstate highway—these areas may be used only if your vehicle breaks down or you are in physical distress. • Red-painted curbs or red zones. HILL PARKING To downhill park: •

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    a crosswalk. • Within 20 feet of the driveway entrance to any fire station, if signs are posted, you may not park on the opposite side of the road if you are within 75 feet of the fire station entrance. • Within 30 feet of any flashing beacon, stop sign, yield sign, or traffic control signal. • In an area posted for pedestrian use

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    your vehicle breaks down or you are in physical distress. • Red-painted curbs or red zones. HILL PARKING To downhill park: • Signal to the right as you approach the curb. • Perform a head check over your right shoulder and pull parallel to the curb. • Turn your wheel toward the curb, ensuring your front tire touches the curb to secure the vehi

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    parking area. When parking along the road, park your vehicle as far from traffic as possible. If there is a curb, park close to it. In the interest of public safety, there are several places where you are not al - lowed to park: • On a sidewalk. • In front of a public or private driveway. • In an intersection. • Within 15

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    In the interest of public safety, there are several places where you are not al - lowed to park: • On a sidewalk. • In front of a public or private driveway. • In an intersection. • Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. • On a crosswalk, or within 20 feet of a crosswalk. • Within 20 feet of the driveway entrance to

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    • Alongside or opposite any street excavation or obstruction when stopping or parking would block traffic. • On the roadway side of any vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street (no dou - ble parking.) • On any bridge or other elevated highway structure or in a highway tunnel. • At any place where official signs prohibit stopping. •

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    set the parking brake. When leaving your vehicle stop the motor, set the parking brake, and lock your doors. Pull as far off the road as reasonable to park. If parking next to a curb, the back wheel of your car must be no further than 12 inches away from the curb. If your parking would block the flow of traffic, find another place

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    curb turn the wheel to the right.) • Put the vehicle in park and set the parking brake. When leaving your vehicle stop the motor, set the parking brake, and lock your doors. Pull as far off the road as reasonable to park. If parking next to a curb, the back wheel of your car must be no further than 12 inches away from

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    when stopped at a crosswalk. • Before a railroad crossing or bridge. • In a no-passing zone. • Slow down when passing bicyclists to give them as much space as possible. If a snowplow displays flashing yellow lights, an individual operating a vehicle near the snowplow may not pass or overtake a snowplow on the side of the snowplow where a plow blade is

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    a complete stop: • Steady (non-flashing) red light or at a flashing red light. • All stop signs. • Railroad crossings are controlled by flashing signals, gates, a watchman, or stop signs. Stop more than 15 feet (but not more than 50 feet) away from the nearest rail until it is safe to con - tinue. If there is a gate, wait for it

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    required to stop. The following situa - tions are times when you must make a complete stop: • Steady (non-flashing) red light or at a flashing red light. • All stop signs. • Railroad crossings are controlled by flashing signals, gates, a watchman, or stop signs. Stop more than 15 feet (but not more than 50 feet) away from the nearest rail until it

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    36 SCHOOL BUS STOPPING: • If a school bus displays alternating flashing red light signals visible from the front or rear. Stop immediately before reaching the bus. Do not proceed until the flashing red light or signal has stopped. • Traveling on a two-lane roadway, traffic in both directions must stop. • If traveling on a divided highway with four or more lanes with

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    school bus displays alternating flashing red light signals visible from the front or rear. Stop immediately before reaching the bus. Do not proceed until the flashing red light or signal has stopped. • Traveling on a two-lane roadway, traffic in both directions must stop. • If traveling on a divided highway with four or more lanes with a median separating the traffic, it is

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    issuing a commercial driver license in 1989. • The Driver License Division began offering more online services including MVRs and appoint - ments in 2005. • January 2010, the citizens of Utah started a 5-year process that required all Utah drivers to bring in their identification documents once again. This process was a beginning step to meet the licensing practices for the Federal REAL

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    test on an enclosed range. All driving skills tests are performed on public roads. • March 2017, tablets were implemented to score driving skills tests rather than paper. • December 2018, Utah is the first state in the country to have a blood alcohol concentrate of .05. • January 2020, driver license renewals extend from a 5-year renewal to an 8-year renewal. • July

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    40 CARPOOL (EXPRESS) LANE Express lanes are travel lanes on I-15 dedicated for high-occupancy vehicles. The express lanes may be used as a carpool lane for those vehicles with two or more persons for free. Motorcycles, buses, and vehicles with registered clean fuel vehicle decal (C decal) may also use the express lane free of charge. It is illegal to cross a double white

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    enter the on-ramp or take an alternate route and avoid having to stop for the ramp meter. RUNAWAY VEHICLE RAMPS You may NOT use a runaway vehicle ramp unless you are in an emergency requiring the use of the ramp to stop your vehicle. You are prohibited from stopping, standing, or parking on a runaway vehi - cle ramp or in the pathway of

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    of highway interchange is one in which two direc - tions of traffic on the non-freeway road cross to the opposite side of the bridge over or under the freeway. It requires traffic on the freeway overpass (or underpass) to briefly drive on the opposite side of the road from what they are accustomed to. Eliminating many of the left-turn conflicts at the ramps,

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    to proceed is shown. RED ARROW LIGHT (LEFT TURN) —left turns are prohibited. Stop and remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown. If, for some reason, the light does not change and you have been stranded by the red arrow light (left turn), and it is safe to do so, you may make a left turn from a one- way street onto

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    46 FLASHING YELLOW ARROW LIGHT —turns are permitted, but first you must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Oncoming traffic has a green light. Proceed with caution. RED TRAFFIC LIGHT —you must stop before entering the intersection. You must wait behind the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection until the light turns green. You may turn right on a red light after coming to a

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    go straight and an officer indicates that you must turn, you are required to turn. If you approach an intersection where the traffic lights are not working, you must first come to a com - plete stop before entering the intersection and yield the right-of-way to any vehicle on the right unless otherwise directed by a peace officer. A driver turning left may see

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    of the arrow. Do not turn in the opposite direction of the arrow. Never drive the wrong way on a one-way street. WORK ZONE SIGNS Diamond or rectangular and orange with black letters or symbols. These signs warn you of work zones and people working on or near the road. The warnings include: workers ahead, reduced speed, detours, slow-moving road machinery, or surface changes.

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    drive the wrong way on a one-way street. WORK ZONE SIGNS Diamond or rectangular and orange with black letters or symbols. These signs warn you of work zones and people working on or near the road. The warnings include: workers ahead, reduced speed, detours, slow-moving road machinery, or surface changes. Barriers keep you from entering closed roads or other areas with danger. If there

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    changes. Barriers keep you from entering closed roads or other areas with danger. If there is a short-term sig - nal, stop at the white line (if there is one.) Slow down in work zones and be ready to stop quickly. Do not tailgate. Fines for speeding in a work zone are doubled. Flagger Ahead Workers Ahead Road Construction One Lane Detour Ahead Road

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    there is a short-term sig - nal, stop at the white line (if there is one.) Slow down in work zones and be ready to stop quickly. Do not tailgate. Fines for speeding in a work zone are doubled. Flagger Ahead Workers Ahead Road Construction One Lane Detour Ahead Road Ahead A flagger may direct traffic in a work zone. You must do as

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    of 16, the suspension time will begin on the date of conviction and extend for one to two years from the 16th birthday. Not-a-Drop Act provides that a person under 21 years of age driving with any measurable amount of alcohol in their body will have all driving privileges denied for six months for a first offense. A second or subsequent offense within 10

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    unsafe to operate a vehicle, even if you are under the legal limit. On the first conviction of a DUI for a driver 21 and older, the driver license will be suspended for 120 days and two years for a second or subsequent offense. Utah’s law allows the division to suspend the license beginning on the 45th-60th day after the date of arrest. A

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    ALCOHOL AND THE LAW If you are over 0.05 BAC (0.04 for CDL), you violate the law. Utah law also states that driving is a violation if you are impaired to the degree that it is unsafe to operate a vehicle, even if you are under the legal limit. On the first conviction of a DUI for a driver 21 and older, the driver

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    If you are under the age of 21, it is illegal to purchase, possess, and drink alcoholic beverages. Al - cohol and other impairing drugs affect people’s ability to perceive their surroundings, react to emer - gencies, and skillfully operate a motor vehicle. For new drivers learning complex skills, the effects of alcohol and other impairing drugs are greater. All states have “zero tolerance”

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    thousands are injured as a re - sult of crashes in highway work zones. Some of these are highway workers, flaggers, or law enforce - ment officials. However, over 80% of the fatalities and injuries are suffered by drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Many of these work zone crashes are preventable. Highway workers are trained to set up safe work zones with directional traffic signs

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    wireless communication device. Utah law allows drivers over 18 years of age to talk on an HWC device while driving as long as voice commands are used to connect to a call. When using hands-free and voice-activated technology, the law allows using GPS functions, reporting safety hazards, criminal activity, and medical emergencies. Drivers under the age of 18 may only use an HWC device

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    how to read and react to these directions. Paying attention and driving cautiously and courteously are the most critical steps in preventing crashes while driving through highway work zones. Work zones may involve lane closings, detours, and heavy equipment moving on or near the road. Watch out for signs, cones, barrels, large vehicles, and workers in work zones. Work zone signs have an orange

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    Always slow down even if there are no workers. Narrow lanes and rough pavement can be dangerous. The courts are required to fine a driver who speeds in a highway construction zone at least twice the amount of the regular fine for speeding. Slow down in a work zone, increase your following distance, and be prepared to stop. Be careful when driving through a

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    can be dangerous. The courts are required to fine a driver who speeds in a highway construction zone at least twice the amount of the regular fine for speeding. Slow down in a work zone, increase your following distance, and be prepared to stop. Be careful when driving through a work zone at night, even if no workers are there. Stay well away from

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    to fine a driver who speeds in a highway construction zone at least twice the amount of the regular fine for speeding. Slow down in a work zone, increase your following distance, and be prepared to stop. Be careful when driving through a work zone at night, even if no workers are there. Stay well away from work - ers and construction vehicles. Obey

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    the amount of the regular fine for speeding. Slow down in a work zone, increase your following distance, and be prepared to stop. Be careful when driving through a work zone at night, even if no workers are there. Stay well away from work - ers and construction vehicles. Obey the posted work zone signs until you see “end road work.” Ex - pect

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    increase your following distance, and be prepared to stop. Be careful when driving through a work zone at night, even if no workers are there. Stay well away from work - ers and construction vehicles. Obey the posted work zone signs until you see “end road work.” Ex - pect delays, plan to leave early, and finish your trip on time. If possible, use

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    dangerous than driving in daylight. The distance you can see is limited: • Ensure the headlights and taillights of the vehicle are illuminated. • If your vehicle is being operated on a highway at any time from sunset to sunrise, or when per - sons and vehicles on the highway are not clearly discernible at a distance of 1,000 feet ahead due to insufficient

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    you, dim your lights before you get within 500 feet of the oncoming car. • Dim your high beams for oncoming traffic. If an oncoming vehicle does not dim, look at the right side of the road. This helps avoid being blinded by the headlights. • If you are following a car, dim your lights when you are within 300 feet of the vehicle

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    if you drive the posted speed limit, it may be too fast. K. RURAL ROADS Driving on rural roads can be dangerous. Stay alert, watch for warning signs, and obey the speed limit. Some problems and driving hazards are unique to rural roads. GRAVEL OR DIRT —there is less traction on gravel or dirt roads. Slow down and increase your fol - lowing distance.

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    traction on gravel or dirt roads. Slow down and increase your fol - lowing distance. You may skid when stopping your vehicle. NARROW ROADS —rural roads are narrower and may have ditches or drop-offs instead of shoul - ders. Slow down and center your vehicle in your lane. Look out for oncoming traffic that may be in your lane. NARROW BRIDGES AND SINGLE-LANE BRIDGES

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    vehicle. NARROW ROADS —rural roads are narrower and may have ditches or drop-offs instead of shoul - ders. Slow down and center your vehicle in your lane. Look out for oncoming traffic that may be in your lane. NARROW BRIDGES AND SINGLE-LANE BRIDGES —the first driver to the bridge has the right- of-way. Take turns crossing the bridge. OPEN BRIDGE GRATINGS OR STEEL BRIDGES

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    in your lane. NARROW BRIDGES AND SINGLE-LANE BRIDGES —the first driver to the bridge has the right- of-way. Take turns crossing the bridge. OPEN BRIDGE GRATINGS OR STEEL BRIDGES —reduce your speed, increase your following distance, and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. LIMITED VIEW —wooded areas, crops growing in fields, and steep hills can block your view. In these areas, slow

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    BRIDGES —reduce your speed, increase your following distance, and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. LIMITED VIEW —wooded areas, crops growing in fields, and steep hills can block your view. In these areas, slow down and be ready to stop. UNCONTROLLED INTERSECTIONS —these intersections can be very dangerous. Approach them with caution. Slow down and be ready to stop for crossing or

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    distance, and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. LIMITED VIEW —wooded areas, crops growing in fields, and steep hills can block your view. In these areas, slow down and be ready to stop. UNCONTROLLED INTERSECTIONS —these intersections can be very dangerous. Approach them with caution. Slow down and be ready to stop for crossing or oncoming traffic. L. SKIDDING Most of us

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    and be ready to stop for crossing or oncoming traffic. L. SKIDDING Most of us think of ice and snow when we think of skidding. Remember that skidding can also hap - pen on wet roads. Your car may start to hydroplane at speeds over 35 mph. Hydroplaning occurs when your front tires ride on water instead of the road. As you go faster,

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    for pedestrians and other vehicles. • Yield right-of-way when a bicycle path or bike lane intersects a road. Do not stop, park, or drive on a designated bicycle path or lane unless you are entering or leaving an alley or drive - way, performing official duties directed by a police officer, or an emergency exists. Dedicated bicycle lanes are marked with solid white lines.

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    bicyclist may swerve unpredictably, ignore traffic signs and signals, and ride without a light at night. If you see an unskillful bicyclist, be ready for any sudden movements. As a driver, you must: • Yield to bicyclists in intersections as you would for pedestrians and other vehicles. • Yield right-of-way when a bicycle path or bike lane intersects a road. Do not stop, park,

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    animal, and a person operating any of the following on a highway: farm tractor or implement of husbandry without an enclosed shell, skateboard, roller skates, in-line skates, bicycle, electric-assisted bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, moped, motor-driven cycle, motorized scooter, motorcycle, and

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    traffic citation. If con - victed in court, this type of traffic citation will appear on a person’s driving record, and points will be assessed. People walking, jogging, riding bicycles, or operating pedestrian vehicles on the roadway can cause special problems for drivers. Besides being hard to see, they sometimes do the unexpected. As a driver, you must always have your car under control

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    of a highway, a person riding an animal, and a person operating any of the following on a highway: farm tractor or implement of husbandry without an enclosed shell, skateboard, roller skates, in-line skates, bicycle, electric-assisted bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device,

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    75 your horn to alert your presence may startle bicyclists and cause them to steer into your path and crash. • Watch carefully for bicyclists entering your lane. Be especially careful if you see children riding bikes on the sidewalk. They may come onto the road, and they cannot see things out of the corner of their eyes as well as adults can. Therefore,

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    two-way movement of traffic. • Dim your headlights within 500 feet when approaching or overtaking bicyclists at night. • Be careful around bicyclists when the roadway is wet or covered with sand or gravel. These conditions affect bicycles much more than vehicles. • When parking on the street, check to the sides and rear for bicyclists before opening your vehi - cle door. •

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    lane is on a roadway divided into three or more lanes that provide for two-way movement of traffic. • Dim your headlights within 500 feet when approaching or overtaking bicyclists at night. • Be careful around bicyclists when the roadway is wet or covered with sand or gravel. These conditions affect bicycles much more than vehicles. • When parking on the street, check to

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    curve in the highway where the operator’s view is obstructed. • When approaching within 100 feet of, or traversing, any intersection or railroad grade crossing unless otherwise indicated by an official traffic control device. • When the view is obstructed upon approaching within 100 feet of any bridge, viaduct, or tunnel. • When the pass cannot be made in accordance with Section 41-6a-706.5 and

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    a bicycle or moped under Subsection (1)(c), a person operating a ve - hicle may not pass a bicycle or moped proceeding in the same direction if the pass cannot be made safely, including under any of the following conditions: • When approaching or upon the crest of a grade or a curve in the highway where the operator’s view is obstructed. • When

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    intersection or railroad grade crossing unless otherwise indicated by an official traffic control device. • When the view is obstructed upon approaching within 100 feet of any bridge, viaduct, or tunnel. • When the pass cannot be made in accordance with Section 41-6a-706.5 and shall move the vehicle to the left of the lane the vehicle is traveling in if there is at least

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    left of the vehicle that is proceeding in the same direction and the movement can be made in accor - dance by UCA 41-6a-804.1. As a bicyclist, you must: • Never attempt to ride a bicycle while impaired. Alcohol can affect your balance and judgment. • Keep at least one hand on the handlebars at all times. Never carry any package, bundle, or

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    with Section 41-6a-706.5 and shall move the vehicle to the left of the lane the vehicle is traveling in if there is at least one lane to the left of the vehicle that is proceeding in the same direction and the movement can be made in accor - dance by UCA 41-6a-804.1. As a bicyclist, you must: • Never attempt to ride a bicycle

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    handlebars. Look for other clues of a bicyclist’s intent, such as turning their head or looking over their shoulder before changing lane position. Note: When turning left, a bicyclist can use the left-turn or two-way left-turn lanes in the same manner required of motor vehicles. When overtaking and passing a bicycle or moped under Subsection (1)(c), a person operating a ve - hicle may

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    at the time of the original manufacture. • Is fully operable as a bicycle without the use of an electric motor. • Is listed as one of the following: • CLASS 1 —equipped with a motor or electronics that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 MPH. • CLASS 2

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    • You cannot have a siren or whistle on your bicycle. • Ride no more than two abreast and only if you would not impede traffic. • A bicycle may not carry more persons than the number it is designed or equipped for, except that an adult rider may carry a child securely attached to their person in a backpack or sling. ELECTRIC-ASSISTED BICYCLE

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    of the original manufacture. • Is fully operable as a bicycle without the use of an electric motor. • Is listed as one of the following: • CLASS 1 —equipped with a motor or electronics that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 MPH. • CLASS 2 —equipped with a

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    losing balance or swerving left. Some riders use rear-view mirrors. • Make eye contact with drivers; you must assume they do not see you and may pull out in front of you. • When riding a bicycle on a sidewalk or crosswalk, bicyclists must ride slowly, yield the right-of- way to any pedestrian, and give an audible signal before overtaking and passing any pedestri

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    to any vehicles moving on the highway. • You cannot have a siren or whistle on your bicycle. • Ride no more than two abreast and only if you would not impede traffic. • A bicycle may not carry more persons than the number it is designed or equipped for, except that an adult rider may carry a child securely attached to their person

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    76 article, which prevents using both hands in the control and operation of the bicycle. • Every bicycle must have a brake or brake system that enables the rider to stop the bicycle within 25 feet from a speed of 10 mph.

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    more than two abreast and only if you would not impede traffic. • A bicycle may not carry more persons than the number it is designed or equipped for, except that an adult rider may carry a child securely attached to their person in a backpack or sling. ELECTRIC-ASSISTED BICYCLE This is a bicycle with an electric motor that: • Has a power output

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    drive or park on the same block where the fire vehicle has stopped to answer an alarm. MOVE OVER LAW The incidents of law enforcement officers, emergency medical services, and fire department person - nel being struck while performing roadside duties are increasing frighteningly. Move over laws have been enacted to lessen the problem, requiring drivers to slow down and change lanes when ap

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    other warning devices, you MUST YIELD the right-of-way. DRIVE AT ONCE TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP until the emergency vehicle has passed. Unless you are on official business, do not follow within 500 feet of any fire vehicle responding to an alarm. You may not drive or park on the same block where the fire vehicle has stopped to answer

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    is equipped with a speedometer. Age restrictions: • An individual under eight years old may not operate an electric-assisted bicycle on any public property, highway, path, or sidewalk. • An inidividual under 14 years old may not operate an electric-assisted bicycle on any public property, highway, path, or sidewalk unless under the direct supervision of the individual’s par - ent or guardian. • An

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    may not operate an electric-assisted bicycle on any public property, highway, path, or sidewalk. • An inidividual under 14 years old may not operate an electric-assisted bicycle on any public property, highway, path, or sidewalk unless under the direct supervision of the individual’s par - ent or guardian. • An individual under 16 years old may not operate a Class 3 electric-assisted bicycle. B.

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    77 • CLASS 3 —equipped with a motor or electronics that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 MPH. This class is equipped with a speedometer. Age restrictions: • An individual under eight years old may not operate an electric-assisted bicycle on any public property, highway, path, or sidewalk. •

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    a public parking structure. • On public property posted as an area prohibiting skateboards. • On a highway with four or more lanes. • On a highway with a posted speed limit greater than 15 mph. F. MOTORCYCLES To operate a motorcycle on Utah highways, your driver license must have a motorcycle endorsement. The requirements for this endorsement are the same as for obtaining

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    Public Safety governs the authority to operate pedestrian vehicles. E. MOTOR-ASSISTED SCOOTERS Follow the same rules as a bicycle, moped, or motorcycle. A person under the age of 15 can ride only with parent supervision or a course certificate. A person 16 and older may operate without supervi - sion. A person of any age may not operate a motor-assisted scooter: • In a

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    sion. A person of any age may not operate a motor-assisted scooter: • In a public parking structure. • On public property posted as an area prohibiting skateboards. • On a highway with four or more lanes. • On a highway with a posted speed limit greater than 15 mph. F. MOTORCYCLES To operate a motorcycle on Utah highways, your driver license must have

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     safely: • Give motorcycles an entire lane. Do not share the lane. Motorcycles need space to react to other traffic. • Motorcycles are small and can be challenging to see. Always check your mirrors and blind spots for them. • Before turning left, be alert for motorcycles. Look carefully at the front and sides. • Do not believe a motorcycle is turning when it

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     rider may have forgotten to cancel the signal. • When following a motorcycle, stay at least two seconds back. When it is wet on the roadway increase this distance. Riders may suddenly change speed or lane position to avoid potholes, gravel, wet, or slick places. They may also change speed or direction because of pavement seams, railroad crossings, and grooved paving. All of these

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     Do not share the lane. Motorcycles need space to react to other traffic. • Motorcycles are small and can be challenging to see. Always check your mirrors and blind spots for them. • Before turning left, be alert for motorcycles. Look carefully at the front and sides. • Do not believe a motorcycle is turning when it has a turn signal flashing. Many motorcycle

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     blind spots for them. • Before turning left, be alert for motorcycles. Look carefully at the front and sides. • Do not believe a motorcycle is turning when it has a turn signal flashing. Many motorcycle turn signals do not self-cancel. The rider may have forgotten to cancel the signal. • When following a motorcycle, stay at least two seconds back. When it is

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     signal. • When following a motorcycle, stay at least two seconds back. When it is wet on the roadway increase this distance. Riders may suddenly change speed or lane position to avoid potholes, gravel, wet, or slick places. They may also change speed or direction because of pavement seams, railroad crossings, and grooved paving. All of these can be deadly to a motorcyclist.

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     of pedestrians crossing at mid-block crosswalks. They may not be marked by warning signs and road markings. Al - ways yield to the visually impaired. When a pedestrian is crossing a street with a guide dog or carrying a white cane, you must come to a complete stop. If the traffic light is green, you must yield to pedestrians. Watch for pedestrians when driving

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     movement may be made safely. • For more information on lane filtering, visit: dld.utah.gov/motorcycle/ Note: An operator of a motorcycle, moped, or bicycle who is 16 years of age or older may proceed through an intersection after coming to a complete stop at a stop line or intersection and waiting at least 90 seconds, if the traffic-control signal fails to detect their presence and

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     82 • Remember that scooters and mopeds travel at a much lower speed than motorcycles. LANE FILTERING/SPLITTING Motorcycle operators may pass another vehicle stopped in the same direc - tion of travel in the same lane. Lane splitting is riding between cars moving at higher speeds and is illegal in Utah and considered dangerous. However, lane filtering in Utah is legal under specific conditions,

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     at least the driver’s half of the road even if they are not in a marked or unmarked crosswalk. Be aware of pedestrians crossing at mid-block crosswalks. They may not be marked by warning signs and road markings. Al - ways yield to the visually impaired. When a pedestrian is crossing a street with a guide dog or carrying a white cane, you must

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     dog or carrying a white cane, you must come to a complete stop. If the traffic light is green, you must yield to pedestrians. Watch for pedestrians when driving next to parked or stopped vehicles and check for pedestrians before back - ing up. Slow down near playgrounds and in residential areas. Children can run out from between parked vehicles, be ready to stop

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     are flashing in a school zone; you must obey a slower speed limit. Stop and yield as signaled at school crossings where there is a traffic patrol. Pedestrians should remember—if there are sidewalks, you must use them. If there are no sidewalks, walk or jog on the left shoulder as far away as possible from the edge of the roadway. Where neither a sidewalk

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     bicyclists or when visibility is reduced, such as in bad weather or when it’s dark. Un - derstand that higher speeds lead to greater injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists. Recognize that you are driving through our community, and your choices can significantly impact other people’s lives. When you are driving: • Look out for pedestrians everywhere, at all times. Safety is a shared responsibility.

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     the wheel and reach slowly for the doc - uments. Answer the officer’s questions and never try to run from the law; many fatal crashes result from police chases. J. SLOW MOVING VEHICLES Watch for slow-moving vehicles, especially in rural areas. A fluorescent or reflective orange and red triangle displayed on the rear means the vehicle is moving less than 25 mph. Use caution

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     not park closer than 50 feet from a railroad crossing unless signs indicate that you may or it is allowed by local law. • When you stop at a railroad crossing, you must be between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail. • Trains sound their horns as they approach a crossing; therefore, turning down the car radio is a good safety measure.

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     crossings, and always slow down. • Never pass a car that is going your direction at a railroad crossing. • Do not park closer than 50 feet from a railroad crossing unless signs indicate that you may or it is allowed by local law. • When you stop at a railroad crossing, you must be between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail.

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     light, one or more red reflectors on the rear, one or more stop lamps on the rear, amber or red electric turn sig - nals on each side front and rear, a braking system other than a parking brake, a horn or other warn - ing device, a muffler and emission control system which complies with Utah requirements, rear view mirrors on the left

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     making the safety zone for pedestrians well beyond the rails. Trains cannot stop quickly. It is a simple law of physics: the considerable weight and size of the train and the speed of the train dictate how quickly it can stop under ideal conditions. Once the train is set into emergency braking, a 100-car freight train traveling at 55 mph will need more than