Category: Laws

  Perhaps a frazzled mom ran through a stop sign, and T-boned your bicycle on a quiet Bay Area street; or maybe a careless motorist doored you while you were biking across town to see a friend. In either case, you’re probably confused and upset about what happened. You want appropriate medical care, as well…

Riding a bicycle under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicants is a violation of California Vehicle Code Section 21200.5 and is a crime punishable by a fine of not more than two hundred fifty dollars ($250): “Notwithstanding Section 21200, it is unlawful for any person to ride a bicycle upon a highway while under…