Washington Traffic Laws Flashcards
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Washington's Move Over law requires drivers to do what when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with lights on?
Answer: Move to the far lane if possible, or slow to a safe speed
Washington's Move Over law requires drivers to move to a non-adjacent lane or, if unable, slow to a safe and prudent speed below the posted limit.
In Washington State, drivers under 18 with an intermediate license may not drive between what hours unless with a licensed adult?
Answer: 10 PM and 5 AM
Washington teen drivers with an intermediate license are restricted from driving between 1 AM and 5 AM without a licensed adult 25 or older — the night restriction begins at 1 AM.
Washington's Distracted Driving law prohibits drivers from:
Answer: Holding and using a personal electronic device while driving
Washington's Driving Under the Influence of Electronics (DUIE) law prohibits holding or using a handheld device while driving.
What is the Washington State law regarding seat belts for passengers 16 and older?
Answer: Each individual over 16 is personally responsible for wearing a seat belt
In Washington, passengers 16 and older are personally responsible for wearing their own seat belt, while the driver is responsible for passengers under 16.
When is it legal to make a U-turn in Washington State?
Answer: Any time it can be done safely without interfering with traffic
U-turns are permitted in Washington when they can be made safely without interfering with other traffic, except where specifically prohibited by signs.
What must a Washington driver do when their vehicle registration expires?
Answer: Renew the registration before operating the vehicle on public roads
In Washington, it is illegal to operate a vehicle with an expired registration on public roads; renewal must occur before the vehicle is driven.
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