Spokane Exhaust Noise Laws
Spokane drivers have a duty to show care to those they share the road with. But according to Washington State and city law, they must also be concerned with the noise their vehicles make. Local ordinances require cars to have adequate mufflers to prevent house-shaking exhaust noise and public disturbances. Washington State Muffler Ordinances Motor […]
Driver Charged With Vehicular Homicide After Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Spokane Valley
If you think about all the different places where you see traffic in Spokane Valley, it’s easy to see how so many accidents happen. But not every accident is the same, and some–like those involving pedestrians–are much heavier. One recent accident laid out in a story from KXLY lays this out plainly. On Friday, November […]
Washington Parking Lot Law: Private Parking v. Public Parking Laws
Knowing when and where to park can make a difference in the daily lives of local drivers. These codes protect disabled parking spots for those who need them. Knowledge of these important codes also helps drivers avoid fines and having their cars towed. These are some of the laws that govern parking in public lots […]
How Much Is Driver Ed in Spokane Washington?
Washington minors can get their driver license once they turn 16, but they must have completed a Driver Training Course. Spokane has several approved driver training schools, and the costs range from around $550 to $600 for courses for teens. Finding and Paying for a Teen Driver Training Course in Spokane Washington State requires hopeful […]
Laws for Minors on Motorcycles In Washington
Hopeful riders in Washington can apply for a 2-wheel instruction permit once they turn 16. They’ll need to take a knowledge and riding test to receive a temporary permit. They’ll take two more advanced tests to secure a motorcycle endorsement on their licenses. Knowledge of the laws on these tests will help young motorcyclists travel […]
When Can You Pass a Stopped School Bus in Washington?
When drivers are on the same side of the road as the school bus, they must never pass a school bus with flashing lights on. Washington drivers in the opposite lane must stop for flashing lights on a two-lane road. Motorists traveling in the opposite direction don’t have to stop if there are three or […]
Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident in Hillyard Neighborhood of Spokane
Like a lot of neighborhoods in Spokane, Hillyard is a great place to raise a family and enjoy the surroundings–especially on foot. But that can change quickly when you’re hit by a car. It happens more often than you might think, and even worse, drivers don’t always follow the law and stick around after the […]
Two Killed in Head-on Collision Between Jeep and Motorcycle on US 395 in Chewelah
A head-on collision is almost always serious, both in terms of the damage and the result. It’s not all that difficult to see why, given the circumstances. But this is even more dangerous when the collision involves a larger vehicle and a motorcycle. Not surprisingly, the people on the motorcycle often bear the brunt of […]
Rear-End Collision in Spokane County Injures 5, Driver Charged With Vehicular Assault
There’s nothing more dangerous than someone driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Yet, it’s one of the most common causes of car accidents throughout Spokane County. The problem is, you’re often the one that ends up hurt because of someone else’s poor decision. That’s exactly what happened in a recent accident in […]
Woman Killed, Four Others Injured in Head-on Collision on Highway 195 in Colfax
When there’s a head-on collision, it’s almost always serious. And while there’s a lot of different causes to these kinds of collisions, they don’t always happen by accident. Sometimes, they happen when somebody tries to unsafely pass another car–like a recent collision in Colfax, according to a story from KHQ. A 67-year-old woman was killed […]