Do You Know About the Recent California Driving Legislation?

It is widely acknowledged among residents of California that the state imposes stringent regulations pertaining to driving. However, it may come as a surprise to many that new driving statutes were recently enforced as of July 1st. These updated laws aim to adapt to the dynamic landscape of the contemporary era and promote road safety for all motorists. Such measures resonate with the collective objective of ensuring a secure driving environment. While these legislations may not seem pertinent to every individual, their impact extends to fellow drivers, ultimately fostering a positive outcome for the community at large.

First, there is SB 20, which is a law that applies to buses. This law basically states that anyone riding on a bus that has seat belts has to use them. It is no longer optional. Furthermore, anyone between the ages of 8 and 16 must wear a seatbelt while riding on a bus. Anyone who breaks this law will face a fine. While this may be a bit bothersome to regular bus riders, it is a better alternative than getting flung around within the vehicle in an accident.

Next is AB 2657, which is directed at the drivers of vehicles transporting paying passengers. This includes Lyft and Uber drivers. This law makes it illegal for a driver of a for-hire vehicle to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .04%, which is higher than the normal average for normal drivers, who are allowed a BAC of .08%. Punishment for breaking this law will result in a suspension of the person’s driver’s license and a disqualification of the person’s ability to get a commercial driver’s license.

Both of these new driving laws are aimed at keeping people safe, whether they are the passengers on a bus or within an Uber or Lyft.

Furthermore, by reducing the permitted BAC of vehicle-for-hire drivers, these laws should help keep the roads that much safer.