What are Crime Codes

California law defines each crime according to a specific code section. The Penal Code defines the vast majority of the crimes. But the Vehicle Code addresses certain crimes involving cars, motor vehicles and driving. The Health & Safety Code addresses most crimes involving marijuana or narcotics. You can find more information about California Criminal Codes on our FAQ page.

What does California Criminal Code 21650 Mean?

21650	Right Half Of Roadway, Failure To Drive On
21650.1	A bicycle operated on a roadway - or the shoulder of a highway - shall be operated in the same direction as vehicles are required to be driven upon the roadway.
21650A	Right Side Of Roadway
21650(B)	Driving On Right Side Of Roadway Except When Making Left Turn.
21650(C)	Driving On Right Side Roadway When Closed
21650(F)	Vehicles to travel on right side of roadway

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