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Q: entering road construction,traffic is reduced to 2 lanes.1 being bike lane .sign reads bike lane closed can you drive in

Can you drive inThe bike lane

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answered on Dec 21, 2023

In a situation where road construction reduces traffic to two lanes, with one lane designated as a bike lane and a sign indicating "bike lane closed," it is generally not permissible to drive in the bike lane. The sign indicating that the bike lane is closed is likely meant to inform... View More

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Q: I got hit by another person while driving a rental vehicle

I got hit by another person while driving a rental vehicle, as the accident took place in a parking lot, the police asked me to visit the police station and file a report, now the rental company is saying i am responsible to pay for damages as the other person's insurance is not paying for the... View More

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answered on Oct 5, 2023

In Nevada, when an accident occurs in a parking lot, it can be considered private property, so law enforcement may not complete a report at the scene. However, you did the right thing by going to the police station to file a report. Since you declined the rental company's coverage, your... View More

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Q: I have a running board light on both side of my truck that admits white light. Is that legal in state of nevada.

I also have wheel lights ring attached to dust cover that admits white light is that legal in state of nevada. I have valance lights circle shape size of a dime that on the front of the truck Bottom of bumper that admits white light is that legal in state of nevada?

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answered on Oct 4, 2023

In Nevada, vehicle lighting laws specify the type, color, and location of lights that vehicles can display while on the road. Generally:

White lights: White lights are typically restricted to headlights, backup lights, and license plate lights. They should not be visible from the side or...
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Q: I was driving on a one way street had no stop sign no yield sign no traffic light. Other car ran a stop sign

Later revived a ticket in the mail for careless driving. My insurance company found the other driver at fault. Judge still would not drop the ticket now it’s on my record costing me a huge monthly payment on my insurance

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answered on Aug 24, 2023

In Nevada, if you received a ticket for careless driving despite the circumstances indicating the other driver was at fault, you might want to consider contesting the ticket in court. Gather any evidence you have that supports your claim, such as witness statements, photographs, and the report from... View More

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Q: Is it considered a traffic violation if you did not chang your license soon enough after moving?
Janice Jacovino
Janice Jacovino
answered on Feb 18, 2023

You could get a ticket if you get pulled over and you have lived in the state for more than 30 days and have not changed the address or If you have moved and not changed your address on your license/ with the DMV.

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Q: what can i do about an collection of a insurance claim
Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Mar 27, 2022

If you could provide more details, that would assist in getting the best answer.

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Q: I have a traffic citation from yesterday, June 18, 2021, for permitting my unlicensed 15 1/2 year old minor daughter to

drive on a Clark County street. I was "compliant" per officer.

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Jun 19, 2021

Is your question what you should do? I would contact a traffic ticket lawyer in your area and ask him what he recommends. Depending on the circumstances of why your vehicle was pulled over, there could be some leniency on the prosecuting attorney's part.

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Q: Can my wife drive her vehicle for a few days after an attempted break-in and the side view mirror was broken off during?
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answered on Feb 12, 2021

Typically a vehicle has to have at least one working mirror under the Transportation code.

Sec. 547.602. MIRRORS REQUIRED. A motor vehicle, including a motor vehicle used to tow another vehicle, shall be equipped with a mirror located to reflect to the operator a view of the highway for...
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Q: What is the maximum penalty by Nevada law forNRS 848D 230
Patricia Warnock
Patricia Warnock
answered on Nov 20, 2019

Thar is an invalid NRS code. Additionally, fines vary by jurisdiction

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Q: Im i allowed to pass a big rig 10mph faster then the speed limit?

Got a speeding ticket for passing a triple trailer truck at 80mph in a 70mph zone

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 30, 2019

People must drive within the posted speed limit. Do millions of people do what you describe? Yes, because no one wants to linger for very long in a narrow slot between a large rig at highway speed and a concrete median. Your question remains open for a week - consider consulting a Nevada traffic... View More

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Q: An investigator is harassing me and my mother trying to get me to testify against my boyfriend in regards to a accident

He is trying to serve me to apper in court against my boyfriend in regards to a car accident we were involved in on private property he made sure everyone was ok talked to the other driver but when she said she was going to call the cops he decided to leave because at that time he had warrants for... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Dec 8, 2016

Tell the investigator you have said what you are willing to say and to not bother you.

He can if allowed by local rule serve a subpoena to appear in court , but not to ask questions--just to give it to youi.

You do have to accept subpoenas. You can always speak with the lawyer who...
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