When you approach a stop sign, Pennsylvania law requires you to come to a complete stop at the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection, whichever you encounter first. You must then yield to any oncoming traffic or pedestrians before proceeding.
When a school bus has its red lights flashing and the stop sign extended, you must stop your vehicle regardless of the direction you are coming from. This rule ensures the safety of children boarding or alighting from the bus. You can proceed only when the lights are no longer flashing and the stop sign is retracted.
A solid yellow line on your side of the road indicates that passing other vehicles is not allowed. It is a warning that overtaking and passing are prohibited due to safety concerns.
In Pennsylvania, the legal BAC limit for drivers aged 21 and over is 0.08%. Driving with a BAC at or above this level is considered driving under the influence (DUI) and can result in legal penalties.
If you are involved in a minor accident and the vehicles are causing a hazard or blocking traffic, you should move them to a safe location if possible. After ensuring safety, you should exchange insurance information and then contact the police if required.
