Bicycle Rules of the Road

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These resources help bicyclists understand how to ride safely and legally on public roads in California.

California Vehicle Code: Sections relating to bicycles are 21200 through 21212, et.al. and sections 39001 through 30012, et.al.. This link will direct you to the table of contents for the Vehicle Code, once there you can click on the section of your interest.

California Streets and Highways Code: Sections relating to bicycles are 890 through 894.2. This link will direct you to the table of contents for the Streets and Highways Code, once there you can click on the section of your interest.

California Department of Motor Vehicles: California Driver Handbook has sections relating to bicycles.

SF Bike Coalition's Rules of the Road - Bike Law 101, Traffic Ticket FAQ, Bike lane rules, etc.