QandAs: Autos

What are the Delaware State Driving Laws?

Answer:
Delaware operates under a points system. Points

accumulate for up to 24 months, and 14 points results in a suspension of the driver’s license. Some common infractions and the points they earn are:

·                    Speeding – 2-5 points, depending on the speed
·                    Aggressive driving – 6 points
·                    Running stop sign or stop light – 3 points
·                    Passing a stopped school bus – 6 points

Delaware also has a safety belt law, and all people in a vehicle must be properly restrained. Children must be in the proper safety seats until they are seven years old or over 65 pounds, and adults must be buckled in with seatbelts. Children under 12 must sit in the rear of any vehicle that has air bags. The fine for failing to follow this law is $25, plus court costs. All people 18 or younger who are on a motorcycle must wear a helmet.

Delaware only restricts the use of cell phones on those drivers holding learner’s permits or intermediate licenses. Fully licensed drivers may use cell phones with caution.

Delaware drivers must follow all posted speed limits. Common speed limits are as follows:

·                    School zones – 20 mph
·                    Business and residential districts – 25 mph
·                    Two-lane roads – 50 mph
·                    Divided roads – 55 mph
·                    Highways – 55 mph
·                    Interstate – 65 mph

Speeding will earn your points on your record and a fine, which will be determined based on how high over the posted speed limit you were going. You must always yield the right of way to emergency vehicles. If you can, you should pull to the right hand side of the road to allow the emergency vehicle to pass. If you are in an intersection, you should pull through the intersection before pulling over.


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