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Under Florida's passing law, how much space must a driver give when passing a bike in the same lane?
At least 3 feet.
- At least 1 foot
- At least 3 feet ✔
- At least 10 feet
Why: Florida drivers must leave at least 3 feet when passing a bike. If they can't do that safely, they must wait behind the rider. Many states have similar 3-foot laws.
Huh, didn't know that: Florida's rule also covers passing a rider who is in a bike lane.
My bike needs three feet of space. Funny, since it only has two wheels.
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Answer: At least 3 feet. Florida drivers must leave at least 3 feet when passing a bike. If they can't do that safely, they must wait behind the rider. Many states have similar 3-foot laws.
- Florida Statutes 316.083 Overtaking and passing www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0316/Sections/0316.083.html
must pass the bicycle or other nonmotorized vehicle or electric bicycle at a safe distance of not less than 3 feet
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