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r Sometimes you have to wait for a gap in the traffic
before you can safely make a turn. Be aware that
during that time, pedestrians or bicyclists may cross
into your intended path.
r Stop before making a right turn on red. Pedestrians
and bicyclists using crosswalks at intersections rely
on this time to cross.
r Constantly look out for pedestrians in parking lots
and be extra careful when backing out of a parking
space.
r When passing a
bicyclist, according to
Florida law, you must
keep a safe distance of
3 feet between your
vehicle and the bicycle.
r Always give yourself extra time to respond, leave at
least a four-second distance between your car and a
motorcycle in front of you.
r When passing a motorcycle, give a full lane to the
motorcycle. Do not share lanes!
r Florida drivers are
required to move over
one lane or slow down
when approaching an
emergency vehicle
that is stopped on the
roadways. This is known
as the “Move Over
Law ”*.
*Definitions begin on page 81 of the Appendix 17
