Education and Enforcement

The Bike & Pedestrian Program works to promote and enhance walking and biking in Prince George’s County. Knowing the rules of the road is important when biking in a congested area is important both for cars and bikes.

If a car is driving down the road and sees a bike ahead, but wants to pass, what distance must they keep between the car and the bike?

Answer: Drivers shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any bicycle being ridden by a person the driver of a vehicle must not pass any closer than three (3) feet to a bicycle if the bicycle is operated in a lawful manner.