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State Traffic Laws<\/h1>\n
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There are some basic rules of driving that all states enforce for traffic safety. For example, all states require that drivers drive on the right side of the road and obey the speed limits.<\/p>\r\n

However, there are differences among the states regarding the more detailed aspects of driving. You should know the driving laws of your home state and check the rules each time you move or decide to travel through another state.<\/p>\r\n

FindLaw’s State Traffic Laws section provides information about driving rules in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Some of the information in this section includes each state’s online vehicle code, statutes for traffic violations, and state-specific driving manuals.<\/p>\r\n

Traffic Laws Common to All States<\/h2>\r\n

Some driving laws are common to all states. For example, every state requires drivers to have a valid driver’s license and to register their vehicle<\/a>. However, the requirements and procedure for getting a license and registering your car can vary from state to state.<\/p>\r\n

A few rules of the road in all states include:<\/p>\r\n