QandAs: Autos

What are the Louisiana State Driving Laws?

Answer:
If you are driving in Louisiana and an emergency

vehicle is approaching with its lights flashing or sirens sounding, you need to pull over to the right hand side of the road. You also need to allow the vehicle to pass before proceeding. Emergency vehicles with their lights flashing always have the right of way on the road.

You also must always follow the posted speed limit when driving in Louisiana. On interstates, you can travel 70 mph. State multi-lane highways have a limit of 65 mph, and other highways have a 55 mph speed limit. Roads in town have lower speed limits, and you must always follow what is posted. Failure to do so will earn you a fine and a ticket. There is no law that regulates the use of cell phones while driving in Louisiana.

All passengers in the front seat of a vehicle must have their safety belts secured. Also, children must have a safety belt fastened if they are 13 years of age or younger. Children under six and under 60 pounds must be in a safety seat appropriate for their age and weight. Failure to follow the seatbelt law brings a fine of $25, and subsequent offenses bring higher fines. All people on motorcycles are required to wear helmets.


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