Three Feet for Safety Act
CA law requires motorists to give bicyclists AT LEAST three feet for safety
2024 Update: In addition to California having a Three Feet for Safety law since 2014, since 2023 CA Vehicle Code Section 21760 now further requirse drivers of motor vehicles to change lanes when passing someone on a bicycle whenever feasible, just as they would if passing a car. See details, as well as other bike-related…
Three Feet for Safety Act is CA law
Governor Jerry Brown signed the bill passed by California legislators. And in Monterey County, the CHP is immediately getting the word out about this new bill, which takes effect 9/16/14, and will help people who bike and motor vehicle drivers share the road more safely. Learn how.