Alabama Right of Way & Turn Rules

On an Alabama two-lane rural highway, passing is prohibited when:

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against Ala. Code §32-5A-83
A

Approaching within 100 feet of an intersection, railroad crossing, bridge, or tunnel.

Correct answer

B

The driver ahead is under 21.

Age of the driver ahead is irrelevant.

C

Only at night.

No-pass zones apply day and night.

D

Never — passing is always allowed.

Alabama has statutory no-pass zones.

Detailed Explanation

Alabama prohibits passing within 100 feet of an intersection, railroad grade crossing, bridge, tunnel, viaduct, or on a curve where sight distance is limited. Solid yellow center lines also mark no-pass zones. These rules apply to all two-lane roads and are frequently tested.

Source: Ala. Code §32-5A-83

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