Georgia Bicycles, Motorcycles & Pedestrians

Under Georgia's Three Feet Law, when passing a bicyclist, motor vehicle drivers must provide:

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against O.C.G.A. §40-6-56
A

No minimum clearance.

GA has a statutory minimum.

B

At least 3 feet of clearance, slowing down if space is limited.

Correct answer

C

12 inches of clearance.

12 inches is far below the legal minimum.

D

10 feet of clearance.

10 feet would make most two-lane roads unpassable.

Detailed Explanation

Georgia's Three Feet Law (O.C.G.A. §40-6-56) requires drivers to provide at least 3 feet of clearance when passing a bicyclist on a roadway. If 3 feet isn't possible due to road width or oncoming traffic, the driver must slow to an appropriate speed (often 10 mph below the limit) and pass only when safe.

Source: O.C.G.A. §40-6-56

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