Overtaking and passing another vehicle in a section of roadway posted as a no-passing zone.
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This violation occurs when you pass another vehicle in an area where passing is prohibited, typically marked by double yellow lines or signs. These zones exist on hills, curves, and other areas where passing would be dangerous due to limited visibility of oncoming traffic.
With fines between $238 and $490 plus 1 DMV point, this violation can significantly impact your driving record. The point stays on your record for 3 years and can cause your insurance rates to increase by 15-25% annually.
A CVC 21752 conviction adds 1 point to your DMV record, which insurers typically view as a moderate-risk violation. Expect insurance premium increases of 15-25% for approximately 3 years. Traffic school can prevent this increase by hiding the point from insurers.
A driver crosses double yellow lines to pass a slow-moving RV on a winding mountain road.
Cited for CVC 21752 because the double yellow lines indicated a no-passing zone due to limited visibility around curves.
A commuter passes a vehicle near the crest of a hill where a 'No Passing Zone' sign was posted.
Received a ticket because passing near hilltops is prohibited when signage indicates oncoming traffic cannot be seen.
A driver begins passing in a legal zone but the pass continues into a marked no-passing zone.
Cited because the vehicle was still in the oncoming lane when entering the restricted area, regardless of where the pass started.
These are the defense arguments that appear most often in successful Trial by Written Declarations for this violation.
No-passing zone was not clearly marked
CVC 21752 prohibits passing in a no-passing zone. Verify that solid yellow lines or "No Passing Zone" signs were present and clearly visible at the specific location where the pass began and was completed.
Pass was completed before no-passing zone began
If you initiated the pass before the no-passing zone and the pass was completing when you crossed into the zone, this is a factual question about when the zone began.
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No-passing zones are marked by double yellow lines, solid yellow lines on your side of the road, or 'No Passing Zone' signs. These areas typically include hills, curves, intersections, and anywhere visibility of oncoming traffic is limited.
No, the restriction applies to passing any vehicle, including bicycles and slow-moving farm equipment. You must wait until you reach a legal passing zone, even if the other vehicle is moving very slowly.
You're still responsible for completing the pass within the legal zone. If you couldn't safely complete the pass before the no-passing zone began, you should have waited for a longer passing opportunity.
Yes, CVC 21752 specifically addresses passing in prohibited zones regardless of safety. CVC 21750 covers unsafe passing in general. You could theoretically receive either citation depending on the circumstances.
Yes, points from CVC 21752 apply to your driving record regardless of license type. CDL holders may face additional consequences from their employer, as this violation indicates risky driving behavior.
Traffic School Option
Most drivers cited for CVC 21752 qualify for traffic school if they haven't attended within the past 18 months. Completing traffic school masks the point from your insurance company and keeps it off your public record.
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