Are bicyclists required to obey traffic laws and signs?
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Yes.
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Yes, but only if they are riding in a bicycle lane.
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No, bicyclists are considered pedestrians when it comes to the rules of the road.
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Yes, but only if they are licensed bicyclists.
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Explanation
By law, bicyclists and motorcyclists are required to obey the same traffic laws as drivers. They must follow all traffic signs and signals they encounter.
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