144
In forceKeeping a safe distance when overtaking
144 Keeping a safe distance when overtaking
Unless rule 144A applies, a driver overtaking a vehicle—
(a)
must pass the vehicle at a sufficient distance to avoid a collision with the vehicle or obstructing the path of the vehicle; and
(b)
must not return to the marked lane or line of traffic where the vehicle is travelling until the driver is a sufficient distance past the vehicle to avoid a collision with the vehicle or obstructing the path of the vehicle.
- 10 penalty units.
Note
Marked lane and overtake are defined in the dictionary.
Rule 144A (Heading) amended by S.R. No. 135/2021 rule 51(1).
Rule 144A inserted by S.R. No. 35/2021 rule 9.
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