North Carolina Bicycle Reflector Law
A frequent issue in North Carolina bicycle accidents involves the type of lighting and reflectors that is required for a bicycle.
North Carolina General Statute 20-129(e) now states that:
Lamps on Bicycles. – Every bicycle shall be equipped with a reflex mirror on the rear and both of the following when operated at night on any public street, public vehicular area, or public greenway:
(1) A lighted lamp on the front thereof, visible under normal atmospheric conditions from a distance of at least 300 feet in front of such bicycle.
(2) A lamp on the rear, exhibiting a red light visible under like conditions from a distance of at least 300 feet to the rear of such bicycle, or the operator must wear clothing or a vest that is bright and visible from a distance of at least 300 feet to the rear of the bicycle.
What does this mean? If means you should have a light for the front of your bicycle and a light for the rear of your bicycle if your operating the bicycle at night. The previous law that only required a reflector on the rear of a bicycle operated at night. Read more about this change in the law.
If you have a question about a bicycle wreck that occurred at night, contact the lawyers at Hendren Redwine & Malone for a free consultation.
