Road safety - Legislation

Learn about driving laws in BC and the fines you could have to pay.

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Drivers must make sure that all children are restrained appropriately.

BC law prohibits the use of hand-held devices and cellular phones while driving.

In B.C. it is illegal to consume alcohol in a vehicle.

A law designed to help protect emergency services personnel on or next to roadways in British Columbia.

Posted speed limits on BC roadways are maximum speeds during ideal conditions.

Why do we have school zone speed limits and when is it safe to increase our speed?

A refresher on the rules surrounding roundabouts.

Who gets the ticket and which parts of the seatbelt are mandatory to wear?

Do you really need winter tires? The answer is a resounding yes.