Motor Vehicle Law Exam Six

Question 1

Operating to Endanger MGL 90 s. 24(2)(a)

Answer 1

Reckless: driver consciously ignores or is indifferent to the fact that their driving will likely result in someone’s death or serious injury
- Harder to prove and should only be charged in extreme cases
Negligent: driver fails to operate the vehicle as a reasonable person would

Question 2

Motorized Bicycles MGL 90 s. 18

Answer 2

1. Operator must be 16 y/o or older and possess a valid drivers license
2. Cannot go faster than 25 mph on any way
3. Operators/passengers must wear a helmet
4. May be operated on public way except limited access or express state highways where prohibited
5. May operate in bike lanes on public way but excluded from recreational bike paths

• May keep right when passing a motor vehicle that is moving in travel lane
• Operator shall signla by hand an intention to stop or turn

Question 3

Operation on Public Ways - Recreational Vehicles MGL 90B s.25

Answer 3

Absent specific exceptions, operation is prohibited on any state, county, city or town way.

Question 4

MGL 90 s. 17 (High Priority Violation)

Answer 4

Speeding 10 mph over the speed limit

Question 5

MGL 89 s. 9 (High Priority Violation)

Answer 5

Failure to stop for Stop Sign
Failure to stop for Red Light

Question 6

MGL 90 s. 14

Answer 6

Failure to Stop for School Bus

Question 7

MGL 89 s. 11

Answer 7

Failure to Yield to Pedestrians in the Crosswalk

Question 8

Violation by Cyclists MGL 85 s. 11B

Answer 8

1. Riding on sidewalks (prohibited only by bylaws
2. Lane Usage
3. Turns
4. Racing
5. Parent Responsibilities

Question 9

Impounding of Bicycles MGL 85 s. 11B

Answer 9

A bicycle operated by a person under 18 years old and in violation of MGL 85 s. 11B, may be impounded by the police department for a period not to exceed 15 days

Question 10

Failure to Provide Name MGL 85 s. 11E

Answer 10

1. Officers may stop cyclists that violate MV law
2. Cyclists cannot refuse to provide a name or address, or give officers a false name
3. Failure to provide a name is the only bicyclist violation that allows officers to arrest.

Question 11

Transportation Network Companies MGL 159A 1/2 s. 7

Answer 11

1. Removable decals must be applied to the front and back vehicle panels while providing transportation.
2. Proof of background check clearance certificate and certification must be posted in the vehicle and visible to the rider
3. Drivers must always carry proof of insurance. This information must be provided to interested parties in the event of personal injury or property damage.
4. Drivers cannot provide their driver certificate identity to another
5. Ride requests must come through the application. No street hails, cruising, or soliciting can occur
6. Failure to produce proof of certificate or background check clearance