1. Do Now Questions
In addition to a possible fine, what else will a motorist receive when they operate a vehicle on a public or private property to avoid a traffic control signal or sign?
What is the potential fine for failing to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk?
What happens if your driving privilege is suspended for a motor vehicle violation or any other violation?
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident that causes injury to another person while your driving privileges are suspended, you are subject to what?

2. Do Now Answers 2 point moving violation
$500, up to 25 days in jail, 6 months suspension, 2 points and community service
You may not drive for any reason until the period of suspension ends and your license is restored
A fine, continued suspension and potential jail time

3. CH 8: Sharing the Road with Others

4. Pedestrians
In most cases, pedestrians have the right away at every intersection
Unmarked Cross walks – there are cross walks at every intersection, even if they aren’t painted on the ground
At 20 mph pedestrian fatality rate is 5%
At 40 mph pedestrian fatality rate is 85%

5. Pedestrians
If you are walking or jogging, always face on coming traffic.
When driving, always look for pedestrians when making turns, in parking lots, and exiting/entering drive ways.

6. Visually Challenged Pedestrians
Always give the right away to a person if you notice a white or metallic cane or a guide dog.
Why are blind pedestrians so dangerous?
You can see them, but they can’t see you

7. Tractor Trailers Always know the limitations of trucks regarding:
Visibility
Stopping distance
Maneuverability
During bad weather:
A truck can take as much as 25 percent longer to stop

8. No Zones
Trucks have several blind spots or no zones which other motorists should never stay in:
Avoid driving in the black areas

9. Rear No Zone
Because of their width, trailers completely hide objects in the rear no zone
The driver cannot see you here
Other motorist cannot see the truck driver here or other traffic around the truck
Rules to follow:
Increase following distance so truck drivers can see you in their mirrors
Leave space when stopping behind a truck, they tend to roll backwards when starting again

10. Turning Tractor Trailers
Trucks need more room to make turns, they make wide turns. Give them more space.

11. Front No Zone
There is about 20 feet in front of a truck where the driver can’t see.
Maintain a consistent speed when passing a truck, do not pull in front of the truck until you are well ahead.

12. Mopeds
Moped drivers have the same rights and responsibilities as other motorists.
Moped drivers may not exceed 25 mph