Are U Turns Legal In Michigan?
August 28, 2026
U-turns are legal in Michigan as long as they can be completed safely, do not block traffic, and do not violate local city ordinances. While the Michigan Vehicle Code does not explicitly address or prohibit the maneuver, the Michigan State Police (MSP) clarifies that traditional 180-degree turns are permitted provided the driver yields the right-of-way […]
Michigan Yield Laws: What You Need To Know
August 14, 2026
Under Michigan yield laws, drivers must give the right-of-way at intersections, when making left turns, when facing yield signs, and when entering a roadway from a driveway or alley. Drivers are also legally required to defer to pedestrians or bicyclists in crosswalks, when merging onto highways, and when encountering active emergency vehicles (MCL 257.649; MCL […]
Michigan School Zone Speed Limit Laws: What You Need To Know
August 13, 2026
The Michigan school zone speed limit is generally set 20 mph below the normally posted speed limit, but by law, it cannot be lower than 25 mph under MCL 257.627a. To learn more about our state’s school zone speed limit laws, check out WZZM TV 13’s interview with Michigan Auto Law attorney Brandon Hewitt: Michigan […]
Michigan Seat Belt Laws Overview
July 31, 2026
Michigan enforces a primary seat belt law for people riding in the front seat, allowing police officers to pull over and ticket drivers and passengers solely for a violation. (MCL 257.710e(3)) Under Michigan Vehicle Code, failing to properly buckle up results in a $25 fine and a $40 justice system assessment. (MCL 257.907(2)(o) and (12)) […]
Michigan Move Over Law: What You Need To Know
July 23, 2026
The Michigan Move Over Law requires drivers to slow down by 10 mph and move to a different traffic lane when approaching and passing police, fire, road service and emergency response vehicles, including ambulances, as well as solid waste collection, utility service and road maintenance vehicles when any of these vehicles are stationary and their […]
Registering An Out Of State Vehicle In Michigan: Here’s What To Know
July 7, 2026
If you are not a Michigan resident, but you drive your out-of-state vehicle for more than 90 days in Michigan, you are legally required to register your vehicle with the Michigan Secretary of State. And once this registration requirement is triggered, you are also legally required to purchase and maintain a valid Michigan No-Fault auto […]
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident In Michigan: Here’s What To Know
June 12, 2026
Michigan law prohibits leaving the scene of an accident before a driver fulfills legal obligations after a crash. Under MCL 257.619, drivers must stop and remain at the scene, exchange contact, vehicle, and insurance information with other parties, and provide reasonable assistance to anyone injured in the crash. Under Michigan law, leaving the scene of […]
How To Get A Police Report For A Car Accident In Michigan
May 15, 2026
In Michigan, to get a police report for a car accident you were involved in, you can request a copy of the UD-10 Traffic Crash Report from the state police or the local department that investigated the crash. You will need the date of the crash, your birthday, driver license number and possibly incident number. […]
Is It Illegal To Leave a Child In The Car Unattended?
May 6, 2026
Whether it is illegal to leave a child in the car unattended in Michigan will depend on the specific age of the child and whether the specific circumstances – such as the outside temperature – creates an “unreasonable risk of harm or injury” for the child. If serious physical harm or death results from a […]
Do You Have To Wear A Seatbelt In The Back Seat In Michigan?
April 30, 2026
In Michigan, you have to wear a seatbelt in the back seat if you are under 16 years of age. (MCL 257.710e(5)) You do not have to wear a seatbelt in the back of a vehicle if you are 16 years of age or older. Children under 8 must use a proper “child restraint system” […]
Michigan Road Rage Laws: Everything You Need To Know
April 21, 2026
Road rage is common and deadly. Aggressive driving combined with stress or anger can turn up emotions quickly allowing drivers to lose good judgment.
Michigan Moped Laws: What You Need To Know
March 25, 2026
Michigan moped laws have specific licensing, registration and insurance requirements that riders need to know about. Riders also need to know the rules of the road to safely operate a moped so they can avoid accidents with cars or pedestrians and what their legal rights are if they are involved in an accident with a […]
