Florida § 316.152 - Turning on curve or crest of grade prohibited.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 316.152 — Turning on curve or crest of grade prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 316.152. Turning on curve or crest of grade prohibited.
No vehicle shall be turned so as to proceed in the opposite direction upon any curve, or upon the approach to, or near, the crest of a grade, where such vehicle cannot be seen by the driver of any other vehicle approaching from either direction within 500 feet. 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 § 316.152
What does Florida Statutes § 316.152 cover?
Section 316.152 ("Turning on curve or crest of grade prohibited.") 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.
How do I cite Florida § 316.152?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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