Originally Posted by
mnemia
I'm not sure I see how it gives them an excuse: by definition, it would seem that any sideswiping crash during a pass would put them in clear violation of 3 foot laws. I think the problem is just police "interpreting" the law in a way that is favorable to the motorist, not the law itself.
I agree. I get passed by many 3ft. violators. When it is two lanes on each side, and they are completely in the passing lane, I feel good about how they passed me. When it is just two lanes and they pass me straddling the center line, that is what gets' me upset.
Just because a bicycle is not as fast as a motor vehicle, is no reason to pass a cyclist like being a wood carver trying to smooth a new creation in their wood.