CHP California Traffic Laws

Question 1

What is the basic speed law in California?

Accepted Answer

No person shall drive at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent for conditions

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There is no speed law beyond posted limits

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You can drive any speed on highways

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Speed laws only apply in cities

Question 2

When is it legal to make a U-turn in California?

Accepted Answer

At intersections unless prohibited by signs, and in residential districts if no vehicle is within 200 feet

Answer

U-turns are never legal

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Only at traffic lights

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Only on highways

Question 3

What is California's move-over law?

Accepted Answer

Drivers must move over a lane or slow down when passing stopped emergency vehicles with flashing lights

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It only applies to police cars

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It is optional

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It only applies on highways

Question 4

What is the maximum speed limit in a school zone in California?

Accepted Answer

25 mph when children are present

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15 mph

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35 mph

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20 mph

Question 5

What are the rules for passing a stopped school bus in California?

Accepted Answer

All traffic from both directions must stop when the bus displays flashing red lights

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Only cars behind the bus must stop

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You may pass slowly on the left

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Stopping is optional if no children are visible

Question 6

What is California's open container law?

Accepted Answer

No open alcoholic beverage containers are allowed anywhere in a motor vehicle

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Open containers are allowed if the driver is not drinking

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Only the driver cannot have open containers

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Open containers are allowed in the trunk only