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Concerning laws concerning bicycling, and their enforcement.

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Can you be ticketed for breaking the speed limit on a bike?

Given that bikes aren't required to have a speed indicator, can you be arrested or ticketed for breaking the speed limit on a bike?
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Why are license plates for bicycles no longer used?

Bicycle license plates were quite common in many countries before, during, and, depending on the region, also after WWII. In Poland, for instance, it was obligatory until the late 60s. I've found that in Switzerland some kind of license plates…
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Can cyclists legally ride on the sidewalk?

Can cyclists ride on the sidewalk? What if the road in question has no bike lane? If cyclists can ride on the sidewalk, does it matter which side of the road the sidewalk is on? I live in California - would the law vary by state or locality? Are…
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Why are bicycles considered vehicles and not "walking aid"?

The Bicycles.SE blog states "Cyclists are vehicles, not pedestrians.". I think most of this community, plus most of the laws agree with that. However, a cyclist has the speed, mass and maneuverability of a sprinting person (who is, of course, a…
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Cycle law: definition of Dismounting

Some area requires you to dismount your bicycle. So what is the exact definition of dismounting your bicycle? Can you just simply dismount from your bike seat, but keep one foot on the pedal to propel the bike forward? Or do you have to completely…
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Why does the Uniform Vehicle Code take away a cyclist's right to use most of the roadway?

Why does the Uniform Vehicle Code take away a cyclist's right to use most of the roadway, restricting him or her to the far right? Considering (1) the numerous exceptions to the 'keep far right' law, (2) how often a cyclist encounters these…
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Velomobiles and UK Window Tinting Laws?

Are Velomobiles exempt from UK Window Tinting laws ? I know they are Exempt from speed limits, as speed limits only apply to Motor Vehicles. Is it the same with the Window tinting laws ?
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Cycling too Fast

Update: I'm not really looking for any legal advice here, more looking for pointers to articles or whatever covering these topics. Last year I was involved in a road crash whilst riding to work (linky). I'm mostly OK now. I am, however, hitting a…
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What is the difference between a sidewalk and a mixed use path?

First off, I am normally the type to take a lane on my normal bike. However, I commute by train, and can only take a small folding bike with me. And on that thing, I am pretty slow (that also helps with not sweating!). But there is one mile section…
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Is it legal for me to ride facing traffic on the sidewalk in California?

I'm just wondering. I live in the OC by the way. I like to ride against traffic because it makes me nervous otherwise. I grew up in Brooklyn and there they tell us to ride facing traffic.
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Is it legal to ride on sidewalks in Georgia?

The title says all of it. A friend and I were trying to determine if it is legal to ride on sidewalks. Georgia has clear law explaining what cyclists should do on the road (basically obey all the rules cars do), but I can't find any direction…
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