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Where do the provisions of this chapter apply to the operation of vehicles and bicycles?
Where do the provisions of this chapter apply to the operation of vehicles and bicycles?
What is the consequence of violating subsection (2) of this chapter?
What is the consequence of violating subsection (2) of this chapter?
Who is exempt from obeying the lawful order or direction of a law enforcement officer at the scene of an emergency?
Who is exempt from obeying the lawful order or direction of a law enforcement officer at the scene of an emergency?
What is the penalty for willfully failing or refusing to comply with a lawful order or direction of a law enforcement officer?
What is the penalty for willfully failing or refusing to comply with a lawful order or direction of a law enforcement officer?
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What is required of the owner or person employing the driver of a vehicle?
What is required of the owner or person employing the driver of a vehicle?
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What type of violation is a failure to obey a traffic law?
What type of violation is a failure to obey a traffic law?
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Who is responsible for obeying traffic laws?
Who is responsible for obeying traffic laws?
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Which of the following officials can give lawful orders or directions at the scene of an emergency?
Which of the following officials can give lawful orders or directions at the scene of an emergency?
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What is the general rule for drivers of vehicles owned or operated by the United States, this state, or any county, city, town, district, or any other political subdivision of the state?
What is the general rule for drivers of vehicles owned or operated by the United States, this state, or any county, city, town, district, or any other political subdivision of the state?
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Which of the following vehicles is exempt from traffic laws when traveling to or from work?
Which of the following vehicles is exempt from traffic laws when traveling to or from work?
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Who is authorized to use red lights as authorized in s. 316.2398?
Who is authorized to use red lights as authorized in s. 316.2398?
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When is a driver of an authorized emergency vehicle exempt from following traffic laws?
When is a driver of an authorized emergency vehicle exempt from following traffic laws?
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What is a condition for the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle to exercise privileges?
What is a condition for the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle to exercise privileges?
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What is an exception to the provision that authorized emergency vehicles must follow traffic laws?
What is an exception to the provision that authorized emergency vehicles must follow traffic laws?
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What is the responsibility of the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle?
What is the responsibility of the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle?
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What is not a consequence of a driver's reckless disregard for the safety of others?
What is not a consequence of a driver's reckless disregard for the safety of others?
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Study Notes
Obedience to Traffic Laws
- Provisions of this chapter apply to vehicle operation, bicycles, and pedestrians on state-maintained highways, county-maintained highways, and municipal streets and alleys.
- It is unlawful for any person to disobey or fail to perform any act required in this chapter.
- A violation of this subsection is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable as a moving violation.
Obedience to Police and Fire Department Officials
- It is unlawful and a misdemeanor of the second degree to fail or refuse to comply with a lawful order or direction of a law enforcement officer, traffic crash investigation officer, or fire department official at the scene of an emergency.
- Exceptions include certified emergency medical technicians or paramedics responding to emergencies and providing medical treatment.
Public Officers and Employees to Obey Chapter
- Drivers of vehicles owned or operated by the United States, the state, or any county, city, town, district, or political subdivision must obey this chapter.
- Exceptions apply to persons, teams, or motor vehicles engaged in work on the highway surface, but not when traveling to or from work.
Authorized Emergency Vehicles
- Authorized emergency vehicles may exercise certain privileges when responding to emergencies, including:
- Parking or standing anywhere.
- Proceeding past red or stop signals or stop signs.
- Exceeding maximum speed limits.
- Disregarding regulations governing direction or movement.
- However, the driver must still drive with due regard for the safety of all persons and may not recklessly endanger others.
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Description
This quiz covers the provisions of traffic laws referring to vehicles and bicycles on highways, county roads, and municipal streets. It also discusses obedience to traffic laws and the consequences of disobedience.
