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FACT
When passing you must keep a safe
distance of no less than 3 feet between your
vehicle and the bicycle or other nonmotorized vehicle.
Section 316.083, Florida Statutes CHAPTER 2
▶ Scan the road ahead before making a turn to look for
pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles that may cross into
your intended path.
▶ When approaching a crosswalk, drive slowly, and be
prepared to stop.
▶ Always stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk. Stop far
enough in advance so that drivers in the other lanes
can also see the pedestrian in time to stop.
▶ Do not pass other vehicles that are stopped for
pedestrians.
▶ Always look out for pedestrians in parking lots and be
extra careful when backing out of a parking space.
▶ Always give yourself extra time to respond to what
is happening on the roadway. Leave at least a six-
second distance between your car and a motorcycle
in front of you.
▶ When passing a motorcycle, give a full lane to the
motorcycle. Do not share lanes!
▶ Always stop for any pedestrian who is blind or visually
impaired and stepping into the road, regardless of
their location. This is known as the White Cane Law.
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