Traffic stops
Getting pulled over, documents, searches, and what happens roadside.
24 sections
- Traffic StopsAla. Code § 15-5-30 — a stop on reasonable suspicion, a name and an address on demand, and the license shown
- A Traffic TicketAla. Code § 32-1-4 — a summons to appear, a hearing within 24 hours if wanted, and fines from $100 under the rules of the road
- Driving Without a LicenseAla. Code § 32-6-1 — a license before driving, 30 days for a new resident, and up to 180 days for driving while suspended
- The Learner's Permit and the Stage II LicenseAla. Code § 32-6-7.2 — a Stage I permit at 15, 6 months before Stage II, and limits on late nights, passengers and phones
- Reckless DrivingAla. Code § 32-5A-190 — willful or wanton disregard for safety, and up to 90 days on a first conviction
- Lanes and PassingAla. Code § 32-5A-80 — keep right, and no more than 1.5 miles in an interstate's left lane without passing
- Turn SignalsAla. Code § 32-5A-133 — a signal for the last 100 feet before a turn, and before stopping suddenly
- Traffic Lights and Right on RedAla. Code § 32-5A-32 — a turn on red after a full stop, unless a sign says otherwise
- Speed LimitsAla. Code § 32-5A-171 — 30 in an urban district, 55 on most highways, 70 on an interstate
- Passing a School BusAla. Code § 32-5A-154 — a full stop for a school or church bus, and a felony on a fourth conviction
- After a CrashAla. Code § 32-10-1 — stop, give a name and render aid; leaving a crash with an injury is a felony
- Pedestrians in the RoadAla. Code § 32-5A-211 — a driver yields to a pedestrian in a crosswalk; outside one, the pedestrian yields
- Seat Belts and Car SeatsAla. Code § 32-5B-4 — a belt for every occupant, and a child seat or booster until 6
- Sirens, and Moving OverAla. Code § 32-5A-58.2 — pull right and stop for a siren; move over, or slow by 15, for lights on the roadside
- Fleeing or Eluding an OfficerAla. Code § 13A-10-52 — eluding in a car is a felony, but driving at the limit to the nearest safe place is not
- The Insurance RequirementAla. Code § 32-7A-4 — liability coverage on every vehicle, proof on a phone, and a $200 fee to lift a suspension
- Open ContainerAla. Code § 32-5A-330 — no open alcohol in the passenger area, and a fine of no more than $25
- Stop Signs and Right of WayAla. Code § 32-5A-112 — a full stop at the line, then yield to traffic close enough to be a hazard
- Motorcycle HelmetsAla. Code § 32-5A-245 — a helmet and shoes for every rider and passenger
- Your Phone Behind the WheelAla. Code § 32-5A-350.1 — no holding a phone while driving distracted, and fines of $50, $100 and $150
- Railroad CrossingsAla. Code § 32-5A-150 — stop between 15 and 50 feet from the rail when a train signals, and never around a lowered gate
- Racing on the HighwayAla. Code § 32-5A-178 — a $500 fine and a suspension of up to six months the first time
- Window TintAla. Code § 32-5C-2 — side and rear glass at no less than 32 percent light, and none on the windshield
- Horses and Buggies on the RoadAla. Code § 32-5A-5 — a rider or a wagon driver has a driver's rights and duties
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