Florida § 316.084 - When overtaking on the right is permitted.
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§ 316.084. When overtaking on the right is permitted.
(1) The driver of a vehicle may overtake and pass on the right of another vehicle only under the following conditions: (a) When the vehicle overtaken is making or about to make a left turn; (b) Upon a street or highway with unobstructed pavement not occupied by parked vehicles of sufficient width for two or more lines of moving traffic in each direction; (c) Upon a one-way street, or upon any roadway on which traffic is restricted to one direction of movement, where the roadway is free from obstructions and of sufficient width for two or more lines of moving vehicles. (2) The driver of a vehicle may overtake and pass another vehicle on the right only under conditions permitting such movement in safety. In no event shall such movement be made by driving off the pavement or main-traveled portion of the roadway. (3) A violation of this section is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable as a moving violation as provided in chapter 318.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 316.084
What does Florida Statutes § 316.084 cover?
Section 316.084 ("When overtaking on the right is permitted.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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