Bicyclists should dismount and walk their bikes when in a crosswalk or on the sidewalk to ensure pedestrian safety and follow traffic laws.
No
It is unlawful every place that I know of, to park a vehicle on a public sidewalk. yes
Concerning California law:No. To park at a corner would be blocking a crosswalk which is illegal. Note that a crosswalk does not have to be marked as such for it to be a crosswalk. A crosswalk is basically defined as the gap between two sidewalk corners.Blocking a crosswalk prohibited: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d11/vc21970.htmDefinition of crosswalk: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d01/vc275.htmAlso, it is illegal to park within three feet of a sidewalk access ramp which is often placed at sidewalk corners.http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d11/vc22522.htm
Stop just before you enter the intersection.
If you are the first vehicle approaching an intersection with a red light or stop sign, stop behind the stop line if it is marked on the pavement. If there is no stop line, stop at the crosswalk, marked or not. If there is no crosswalk, stop at the edge of the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, stop at the edge of the intersection.
The answer depends somewhat on the state you are in and the law in that state. In California you could get a ticket for not stopping for a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
I recall this from Drivers Ed. Technically a stop sign is not a stop position. You should use the crosswalk, sidewalk or edge of the road as your stop position - not the sign itself.
It's called a crosswalk, and it serves as a designated area for pedestrians to cross the roadway.
When approaching a bicyclist from behind, you should slow down, give them plenty of space, and pass them only when it is safe to do so. This helps ensure the safety of the bicyclist and prevents accidents.
When passing a bicyclist, it is recommended to leave at least 3 feet of distance between your vehicle and the bicyclist to ensure their safety.
Riding a bicycle on the sidewalk is more dangerous than on the street because drivers at intersections and driveways may not see the cyclist, increasing the risk of collisions. Additionally, pedestrians on the sidewalk may not expect a fast-moving cyclist, leading to potential accidents.
Yes, in certain situations, bikers are considered pedestrians. This typically occurs when they are walking their bikes instead of riding them, such as on a sidewalk or in a crosswalk.