California Driving Laws Vocabulary

A set of vocabulary flashcards based on California driving regulations, covering BAC limits, speed laws, and bike lane restrictions.

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit (21 or older)

It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a BAC that is $0.08\%$ (eight-hundredths of one percent) or higher.

California's "Basic Speed Law"

A law stating you must never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the posted speed limit.

Driving under the influence of medication

A practice that is permitted under no circumstances if the medication (prescription, over-the-counter, or illegal) impairs your driving.

Motor vehicle use in a bike lane

Permitted only when making a right turn, and for no more than $200\text{ feet}$ before the corner or driveway.