Must I signal a turn in both directions at once? How could that be done?

Must I signal a turn in both directions at once? How could that be done?

	3/14/2004 2:13:31 PM
Florida law states that a turn must be signalled continuously for at least 100 feet before it is made. But what if I would like to turn left then turn right 50 feet after that? Can I signal both ways at once by using my hazards? Or would the left turn signal count as "signalling" even though it is in the wrong direction? The relevant statute is chapter 316 section 155 which is entitled "When signal required". The relevant sections are: (1)No person may turn a vehicle from a direct course upon a highway unless and until such movement can be made with reasonable safety, and then only after giving an appropriate signal in the manner hereinafter provided, in the event any other vehicle may be affected by the movement. (2)A signal of intention to turn right or left must be given continuously during not less than the last 100 feet traveled by the vehicle before turning, except that such a signal by hand or arm need not be given continuously by a bicicle if the hand is needed in the control or operation of the vehicle I am not a lawyer. I do not even see email sent to this address, due to past DOS attacks. If you wish to respond, do so through this newsgroup.



"Richard"	3/14/2004 2:49:36 PM
thisisme-no-spam@cotse.net wrote: Florida law states that a turn must be signalled continuously for at least 100 feet before it is made. But what if I would like to turn left then turn right 50 feet after that? Can I signal both ways at once by using my hazards? Or would the left turn signal count as "signalling" even though it is in the wrong direction? You must make your turn as prescribed by law, to the letter. That is, you must carry a tape measure with you, stop, get out, measure the distance. If it is not 100 feet, you must either find a place to turn at that is farther than or equal to the 100 feet prescribed. If that is not possible, then you must back up, which gives you another citation, until you have obtained the prescribed 100 feet. Assuming of course, that the prescribed 100 feet keeps you on dry land and does not put you into the ocean. In lieu of using the hazard flashers, which may get you yet another citation, is to signal your intent by first flipping the switch to the left, allowing the light to blink once, then flipping the switch to the right, allowing the light to blink once. This action will totally confuse drivers behind you and will not pass you because they have no damned idea as to what your intent is. Dude, if I were you, I would just signal the damn turn with the right turn signal and make the frickin turn. If cited, you can always point out to the seated jury, that the law assumed there would always be a minimum of 100 feet between turns. If a cop ever cited you for that violation, ask him how he's doing with his quota for the day.

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