CVC 21664Eligible for written declaration

Entering or Exiting a Freeway Away From a Ramp

Entering or exiting a freeway that has full control of access and no crossings at grade anywhere other than a designated on ramp or off ramp.

Reviewed by the TicketClear teamLast reviewed October 10, 2026

Fine: check your notice or your court's bail scheduleDMV Points: 1🏫 Traffic School Eligible

Insurance: insurers must weigh your driving safety record first (Insurance Code 1861.02(a)), and more than one point in the previous three years ends Good Driver Discount eligibility (Insurance Code 1861.025(b)(1)).

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What is a Entering or Exiting a Freeway Away From a Ramp ticket?

CVC 21664 says it is unlawful for the driver of any vehicle to enter or exit any freeway which has full control of access and no crossings at grade, except upon a designated on ramp when entering the freeway or a designated off ramp when exiting the freeway.

Ask your insurer how a conviction affects your policy.

What the Law Says

It is unlawful for the driver of any vehicle to enter or exit any freeway which has full control of access and no crossings at grade, except upon a designated on ramp with respect to entering the freeway or a designated off ramp with respect to exiting the freeway.

What the Officer Must Prove

1You were driving a vehicle
2You entered or exited a freeway
3The freeway has full control of access and no crossings at grade
4You did not enter on a designated on ramp, or did not exit on a designated off ramp

Arguments Commonly Raised for Entering or Exiting a Freeway Away From a Ramp

General information: arguments drivers commonly raise for this code section. Whether any applies depends on your own facts.

Designated ramp

CVC 21664 allows entering upon a designated on ramp and exiting upon a designated off ramp. Describe where you entered or left the freeway.

Type of road

CVC 21664 applies to a freeway which has full control of access and no crossings at grade. Describe the road where you were stopped.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

✗Missing the response date on your notice
✗Not photographing the location and any signs

What this code section covers (general information)

CVC 21664 — Entering or Exiting a Freeway Away From a Ramp. Entering or exiting a freeway that has full control of access and no crossings at grade anywhere other than a designated on ramp or off ramp.

Eligible for Trial by Written Declaration: generally yes.

This is general information about CVC 21664. It is not advice about your citation, and TicketClear does not evaluate anyone's facts. Whether any of it applies depends on your own facts. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed California attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions About Entering or Exiting a Freeway Away From a Ramp

Where may I enter or leave a freeway?▼

On a freeway which has full control of access and no crossings at grade, CVC 21664 allows entering upon a designated on ramp and exiting upon a designated off ramp.

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Traffic School Option

A conviction adds 1 DMV point. Traffic school may be available to keep the point off your public record, but not for a violation in a commercial motor vehicle (Vehicle Code 42005(c)(1)). Check your notice or your court's website for your options.

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