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Pennsylvania Traffic Laws<\/h1>\n
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\n By Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Driving responsibly is more than just knowing basic driving rules. Safe drivers are familiar with state and local traffic laws<\/a> and are prepared to drive defensively if needed. You should also know any additional ordinances specific to certain municipalities. Driving in busy cities like Philadelphia<\/a> and Pittsburgh<\/a> comes with some extra rules.<\/p>\r\n

Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the laws and resources in this article will help keep you and other Pennsylvania motorists, passengers, and pedestrians safe. It can also help you avoid a traffic stop<\/a> by local law enforcement.<\/p>\r\n

Find a refresher on the state’s rules of the road with the Pennsylvania Driver’s Manual<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Title 75. Vehicles<\/a> of Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes (Pa.C.S) outlines the specifics of the state’s traffic laws.<\/p>\r\n

The manuals and vehicle code above go in-depth on several topics, including:<\/p>\r\n