TCOLE Traffic Law and Enforcement 3

Question 1

Under Texas Transportation Code, a driver must signal a turn or lane change for at least how many feet before the maneuver?

Accepted Answer

100 feet

Answer

Texas Transportation Code §545.104 requires a continuous turn signal for at least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a valid exception to the Texas law requiring seat belt use?

Accepted Answer

A driver operating a vehicle in reverse

Answer

Operating in reverse is not a recognized exception; seat belt requirements apply regardless of direction of travel under Texas Transportation Code §545.413.

Question 3

Under Texas law, the maximum speed limit on a numbered highway outside an urban district is:

Accepted Answer

65 mph unless posted otherwise

Answer

Texas Transportation Code §545.352 establishes a prima facie limit of 65 mph on numbered highways outside urban districts unless a different limit is posted.

Question 4

A driver is cited for passing a school bus with flashing red lights. Under Texas law, the fine for a first offense is up to:

Accepted Answer

$1,250

Answer

Texas Transportation Code §545.066(c) sets the fine for a first offense of passing a stopped school bus at $500 to $1,250.

Question 5

When investigating a traffic crash, a Texas officer is required to submit a written crash report to TxDOT when the crash results in:

Accepted Answer

Injury, death, or property damage of $1,000 or more

Answer

Texas Transportation Code §550.062 mandates officer crash reports for crashes involving injury, death, or apparent property damage of $1,000 or more.

TCOLE - Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Practice Test

TCOLE - Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Practice Test

TCOLE Traffic Law and Enforcement 3