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Driving in Jersey: Rules of the road
Road rules
- Keep to the left. Overtake on the right unless the driver of the vehicle in front has signalled his intention to turn right. Give way to horses or non-mechanically propelled vehicles.
- Traffic lights: The sequence of traffic lights differs from that of the UK and goes from red to green with no amber in between.
- Beaches and slipways: It is an offence to drive on any beach. Do not park on slipways unless there is a sign to indicate that parking is permitted.
- Licence and insurance: Visiting motorists are required to hold a current driving licence (not provisional) and insurance certificate. You may be asked to produce these documents if stopped during a roadside check. You must produce your driving licence and certificate of insurance when asked to do so by police or motor traffic officers.
Green lanes
These lanes are principally intended to give priority to pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders. Motor vehicles should try to keep off the green lanes, using them only if absolutely necessary for access.
Filter in turn
If the intersection is marked by a filter in turn sign, drivers must take turns when negotiating the junction.
Vehicle Condition
Drivers should keep their cars in good condition and good working order. This includes brakes, steering, lights, windscreen and windows, exhaust, set belts and fittings, speedometer and horn. Tyres should be properly inflated, headlights adjusted to prevent dazzling oncoming traffic, and windscreens and windows clean and free from obstruction to vision.
Seat belt use
The driver and passenger must wear a seat belt in the front of the vehicle, unless exempt. Exemptions include the holders of medical exemption certificates and people making local deliveries in a vehicle designed or adapted for that purpose. It is the driver's legal responsibility to ensure that children below the age of 14 comply with the law.
Fitness to drive
You must report any health condition likely to affect your driving to the parochial authority. Your eyesight must be up to the standard required for the driving test at all times.
Pedestrian crossings
- Zebra and pelican crossings: Drivers must give way to pedestrians on a zebra crossing or when an amber light is flashing on a pelican crossing. Zigzag lines mark the approach to a zebra or pelican crossing. In this area, drivers cannot overtake.
- School crossing patrols: Drivers must stop when signalled to do so by a school crossing warden exhibiting a "Stop-Children" sign.
Providing information to the police
Stop when required to do so by a police or motor traffic officer, who may ask for your name, address and driving licence. If you are not carrying these documents, you must bring them to the parish hall or police station by the date specified.
Accidents
If you are involved in an accident that results in damage or injury, you must stop and immediately report it to a police officer on or 999 if it is an emergency. Don't move your car until instructed by an officer. If required, you must provide your name and address and the name and address of the owner and the registration mark of the vehicle as well as details of insurance.
One way roads
St. Helier has a number of one way systems so pay careful attention to the road signs.
Mobile phones
It is illegal to use your mobile phone while driving and you will be fined if caught. A Centenier at the parish hall can impose a fine or if it goes to the Magistrate's Court, a greater fine may be imposed.
Improving your driving skills
DVS issues the "Jersey Highway Code" for road users, and there are a number of study aides available in the Island's bookstores to help with the written driving test.
It would also be wise to reserve time with a driving instructor to familiarise yourself with the rules of the road.
For further information visit the Jersey Advanced Driver Association or contact John Trafford on .
This article updated: 2007/08/14 11:42:59
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