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Page 4 of 4 AARP Driver Safety Smart Driver™ Course State-Specific Information D20681 – March 2026NEW COLORADO • Lane filtering, which allows motorcyclists to pass or overtake other vehicles under certain circumstances, is legal. Sharing the Road with Bicycles – Participant Guidebook Page 84 • When passing a bicyclist, the driver must keep at least 3 feet between them and the bike. • Motorists can cross a center line when passing a bicyclist if the oncoming lane is clear and they won't interfere with any other traffic. • If a driver makes a right turn while a cyclist is on their right, they must yield the right-of-way to the cyclist. • If a cyclist reaches an intersection before the driver, the driver must yield the right-of-way and let them cross. Sharing the Road with Pedestrians – Participant Guidebook Page 85 • If a pedestrian is entering a crosswalk, the driver must yield by stopping or slowing down. • If a driver is making a right turn while a pedestrian is in the crosswalk, they must yield to the pedestrian. • When pulling out onto the road, a driver does not have to stop before crossing the sidewalk, but must yield to any pedestrians on the sidewalk. • If a pedestrian is using a white cane, this indicates that they are blind, and drivers must yield the right-of-way. Crashes (Crash Reporting) – Participant Guidebook Page 86 • Proof of insurance must be shown after any crash, no matter how small the damage may be. • Accidents must be reported to the police within 24 hours. Collisions with Deer and Other Animals – Participant Guidebook Page 87 • Drivers involved in a wildlife-vehicle collision should report the accident to the Colorado State Patrol by calling *CSP (star key and 277). Police and Traffic Stops – Participant Guidebook Page 89 • Move over law is expanded to include emergency, tow, public utility, and any vehicle with hazards activated. UNIT 5 – What Does the Road Ahead Look Like? Reporting Someone with Driving Problems – Participant Guidebook Page 98 • An immediately family member, law enforcement agency, physician, physician's assistant, optometrist, or court may submit a request for re-examination.