Michigan Moped Laws: What You Need To Know
March 12, 2025
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 […]
Michigan Electric Scooter Laws: What You Need To Know
March 7, 2025
As electric scooters began rolling into cities across Michigan in late 2017 and early 2018, lawmakers enacted the Michigan electric scooter laws.
Can You Drive A Golf Cart On The Road?
March 6, 2025
Whether you can drive a golf cart on the road will depend on: (1) where the road is located; (2) what type of road it is; (3) how fast you’re planning to drive; (4) your age; (5) whether you have a valid driver’s license; and (6) whether the state you are in requires insurance for […]
Is It Illegal To Leave a Child In The Car Unattended?
March 4, 2025
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 […]
Slow Left Lane Drivers In Michigan: The Law Explained And Why It’s Dangerous
February 28, 2025
Slow left lane drivers who use the left lane for general travel rather than for the limited purpose of overtaking and passing slower vehicles in the right lane may be violating the Michigan Vehicle Code Law. These so-called “left lane squatters” are required to drive in the right lane unless they are passing. Enforcing these […]
How To Report A Reckless Driver In Michigan
February 27, 2025
The best way for you to report a reckless driver in Michigan is to call 9-1-1. With the information about the vehicle that you provide, the 9-1-1 dispatcher will be able to direct the nearest police officer to make an emergency response. By reporting the driver, you are helping to prevent serious, avoidable crashes. As […]
Michigan Move Over Law: What You Need To Know
February 7, 2025
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 […]
What To Do When Traffic Lights Are Out In Michigan
February 6, 2025
It is important to know what to do when traffic lights are out at an intersection in Michigan. State law requires that drivers treat it as a 4-way stop, which means stopping before entering the intersection, following the right-of-way rules and exercising “ordinary care” as you drive through the intersection. Do you know what to […]
Michigan Speed Limit Laws: Everything You Need To Know
February 5, 2025
Every driver needs to know about Michigan speed limit laws. There are specific maximum speed restrictions that apply to residential areas, work zones, freeways, trunk line highways and dirt or gravel roads. Some speeds must be posted, while others require no signs. The penalties for speeding are significant. Drivers also need to be aware of […]
16 Year Old Driving Curfew In Michigan Explained
January 27, 2025
The 16 year old driving curfew in Michigan is 10 pm to 5 am for 16-year-old teen drivers with a Level 2 graduated licensing status. The only exceptions are when driving with a parent, legal guardian or driver over 21, driving for work (including to and from) or to and from an authorized activity. What […]
Merging In Traffic Laws: Who Has The Right Of Way in Michigan?
January 23, 2025
Learn about Michigan merging traffic laws and who has the right of way when merging onto the freeway. It’s merging traffic etiquette – not Russian Roulette.
Can You Turn Left On A Red Light In Michigan?
January 6, 2025
In Michigan, you can turn left on a red light if you are turning left from a 1-way or 2-way street onto a 1-way street if the traffic is traveling in the direction of your left turn. While you can turn left on a red light, bicyclists, pedestrians, and all traffic using the street have […]
