



Bicyclists must ride in the same direction as the flow of traffic, even in bike lanes.Bicyclists are required to ride as near to the right of the roadway as practicable and safe, when riding below the speed limit, except when overtaking vehicles, turning, avoiding hazards, or when riding in a substandard width lane.For any questions about this State’s bike laws, or about your rights to the road, contact Georgia’s Bike Law Attorney Bruce Hagenīicycles are defined as vehicles and generally have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers, with certain specified exceptions. To see them in their completion, please visit Georgia’s Department of Transportation. This is a general overview of Georgia’s bicycle laws. It is especially important after a bicycle accident (we call them bicycle “crashes” and explain why here). It’s important to know your legal rights (and duties) when bicycling in Georgia.
