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According to RSA 265:75, what constitutes a prohibited activity on a highway?
According to RSA 265:75, what constitutes a prohibited activity on a highway?
- Participating in a race or speed competition. (correct)
- Driving a vehicle to test its fuel efficiency over a long distance.
- Operating a vehicle that has modified exhaust system.
- Driving a vehicle with the intent of performing stunts for entertainment.
What specific driving behavior is prohibited under RSA 265:75 regarding competitive attempts with vehicles?
What specific driving behavior is prohibited under RSA 265:75 regarding competitive attempts with vehicles?
- Driving a vehicle that is much faster than other vehicles around it causing unsafe conditions.
- Driving two or more vehicles from a standstill in a competitive attempt to outdistance each other. (correct)
- Driving a vehicle to test its braking capabilities on a designated course.
- Driving two vehicles side-by-side at constant speeds to maintain traffic flow.
According to RSA 265:75, which activity involving multiple vehicles on a highway is prohibited?
According to RSA 265:75, which activity involving multiple vehicles on a highway is prohibited?
- Using multiple vehicles to transport oversized cargo with proper permits.
- Using one or more vehicles in an attempt to outgain another vehicle to arrive at a destination ahead of it. (correct)
- Using multiple vehicles in an attempt to coordinate traffic flow during peak hours.
- Using multiple vehicles to assist a broken down vehicle.
What is the penalty for violating RSA 265:75?
What is the penalty for violating RSA 265:75?
Under what circumstances does RSA 265:76 allow for an exception to the prohibitions outlined in RSA 265:75?
Under what circumstances does RSA 265:76 allow for an exception to the prohibitions outlined in RSA 265:75?
Besides town selectmen, which other entity can permit the holding of time trials according to RSA 265:76?
Besides town selectmen, which other entity can permit the holding of time trials according to RSA 265:76?
What condition must be met for time trials to be permitted under RSA 265:76?
What condition must be met for time trials to be permitted under RSA 265:76?
Who must sponsor and supervise the time trials for them to be permissible under RSA 265:76?
Who must sponsor and supervise the time trials for them to be permissible under RSA 265:76?
What is the primary distinction between RSA 265:75 and RSA 265:76?
What is the primary distinction between RSA 265:75 and RSA 265:76?
A group of car enthusiasts wants to organize a timed speed trial on a Class VI highway. What steps must they take to ensure they are in compliance with state law?
A group of car enthusiasts wants to organize a timed speed trial on a Class VI highway. What steps must they take to ensure they are in compliance with state law?
A person is caught participating in an illegal drag race on a public highway. According to RSA 265:75, what is the likely legal consequence?
A person is caught participating in an illegal drag race on a public highway. According to RSA 265:75, what is the likely legal consequence?
A race organizer is planning a time trial event. They have secured permission from the town selectmen, but have not closed the road to public traffic. Are they in compliance with RSA 265:76?
A race organizer is planning a time trial event. They have secured permission from the town selectmen, but have not closed the road to public traffic. Are they in compliance with RSA 265:76?
A driver attempts to prevent another vehicle from passing them on the highway, with the intent of delaying their arrival at a destination. Which part of the text applies to their action?
A driver attempts to prevent another vehicle from passing them on the highway, with the intent of delaying their arrival at a destination. Which part of the text applies to their action?
What is the role of a duly organized corporation or association in the context of RSA 265:76?
What is the role of a duly organized corporation or association in the context of RSA 265:76?
A group is testing the physical endurance of drivers by having them drive continuously for 24 hours on a public highway. Which section of the text prohibits this activity?
A group is testing the physical endurance of drivers by having them drive continuously for 24 hours on a public highway. Which section of the text prohibits this activity?
If a town selectmen wants to allow time trials on a Class IV highway, is this permissible within the confines of RSA 265:76, and why?
If a town selectmen wants to allow time trials on a Class IV highway, is this permissible within the confines of RSA 265:76, and why?
A person wishes to compare the speed of their vehicle against another by driving over a course where the starting and finishing points are the same. Is this activity legal according to the content?
A person wishes to compare the speed of their vehicle against another by driving over a course where the starting and finishing points are the same. Is this activity legal according to the content?
What action should an organized association take to legally hold a time trial event on a Class III highway?
What action should an organized association take to legally hold a time trial event on a Class III highway?
If a large group of vehicles spontaneously start racing each other on a public highway, which section of the law is being violated?
If a large group of vehicles spontaneously start racing each other on a public highway, which section of the law is being violated?
A driver is trying to impress other drivers to show off the speeds attainable by their vehicles. Which section of the law is being violated?
A driver is trying to impress other drivers to show off the speeds attainable by their vehicles. Which section of the law is being violated?
Flashcards
Racing on Highways
Racing on Highways
Operating a vehicle in a race, speed competition, drag race, acceleration contest, endurance test, or exhibition of speed on a highway is illegal. Participating in any way in such activities is also prohibited.
Competitive Speeding
Competitive Speeding
Driving two or more vehicles side-by-side at accelerating speeds to outdistance each other, or driving over a common course to compare speeds or acceleration within a set distance or time is illegal.
Aggressive Driving Tactics
Aggressive Driving Tactics
Using a vehicle to prevent another from passing, outgain/outdistance another vehicle, or testing driver stamina over long distances on a highway is prohibited.
Organized Time Trials
Organized Time Trials
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Time Trial Requirements
Time Trial Requirements
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Study Notes
- Racing on highways is illegal, including speed competitions, drag races, endurance tests, and speed exhibitions.
- Participating in any kind of race, competition, contest, test, or exhibition is not allowed.
- Driving vehicles side-by-side to outdistance each other or comparing speeds over a course with the same start and finish points is illegal.
- Attempts to prevent another vehicle from passing, outgain another vehicle to arrive before the other, or testing driver endurance over long distances are prohibited.
- Violating these rules results in a guilty verdict.
Organized Time Trials
- Selectmen of a town can permit time trials on Class V and VI highways under specified conditions.
- The director of parks and recreation can allow time trials on Class III highways within the town under specified conditions.
- Roads must be closed to other traffic during trials.
- Trials must be sponsored and supervised by a registered corporation or association.
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