Highway Code for Nebraska Drivers

As a licensed driver, you already know that there are many rules that you must follow while driving. Many of them are based on common sense or are the same from one state to another. However, some states have other rules that you may not be used to following. If you are planning to visit or move to Nebraska, you will need to know the traffic rules, which may differ from those in your home state. Learn more about Nebraska's driving laws below, which may differ from those in other states.

Licenses and permits

• New residents with a valid out-of-state license must obtain a Nebraska license within 30 days of moving to that state.

• The School Learner's Permit is for those who are at least 14 years old and allows them to learn to drive with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old sitting in the seat next to them.

• A school permit is issued to persons over 14 years and 2 months old who have a school permit. A school permit allows a student to travel to and from school and between schools without supervision if he or she lives outside of a city of 5,000 or more and lives at least 1.5 miles from the school. If a driver with a license over the age of 21 is in a vehicle, the permit holder may drive the vehicle at any time.

• The learning permit is for those over 15 years of age and requires a 21-year-old driver with a license to sit next to them.

• A temporary operator permit is available at the age of 16 after the driver has obtained one of the above permits. The temporary permit allows the driver to drive the vehicle unattended from 6:12 am to XNUMX:XNUMX pm.

• An operator license is available to persons who are at least 17 years of age and have a temporary permit for a period of at least 12 months. In addition to driving a vehicle, this license also allows the holder to drive mopeds and all-terrain vehicles.

Seat Belts and Seats

• All drivers and passengers in the front seat must wear seat belts. Drivers cannot be stopped just for not following this rule, but can be fined if they are stopped for another infraction.

• Children six years of age and younger must be in a child seat that is appropriate for their height and weight. This is a primary law, which means that drivers can only be stopped for violating it.

• Children aged 6 to 18 must be secured in a car seat or seat belt. Drivers cannot be stopped for violating this law, but may be fined if stopped for any other reason.

right of way

• Vehicles must give way to pedestrians at pedestrian crossings, otherwise it may lead to an accident.

• Funeral processions are categorized as ambulances and should always be yielded to.

Fundamental rules

• Children and pets - Never leave pets and children unattended in the vehicle.

• texting - Typing, sending or reading text messages or emails using a mobile phone or any other portable device is prohibited by law.

• Headlamps - Headlights are needed when windshield wipers are needed due to weather conditions.

• Next Drivers are required to leave at least three seconds between themselves and the vehicle they are following. This should increase depending on weather and road conditions or when towing a trailer.

• TV screens - TV screens are not allowed to be placed in any part of the vehicle where they can be seen by the driver.

• Nitric oxide - The use of nitrous oxide in any vehicle that drives on public roads is illegal.

• Windshield tinting - Windshield tinting is only allowed above the AS-1 line and must be non-reflective. Any shading below this line should be clear.

• Windows - Drivers cannot drive a vehicle with objects hung in the windows that obstruct the view.

• move over - Drivers must move at least one lane away from emergency and technical assistance vehicles stopped on the side of the road with flashing headlights. If driving in a lane is unsafe, drivers should slow down and prepare to stop if necessary.

• Walkthrough — Exceeding any posted speed limit when overtaking another vehicle is illegal.

When driving in Nebraska, you must ensure that you follow these traffic laws, as well as those that are the same for all states, such as speed limits, traffic lights, and traffic signs. The Nebraska Driver's Guide is available if you need more information.