Top 10 Ways to Avoid a Bike Citation
- Ride at a safe speed for conditions.
- Have your brakes adjusted and working properly.
- Stop at stop signs.
- Ride on the right side of the roadway.
- Ride around bike circles counterclockwise.
- Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
- Ride in the correct direction in one-way areas.
- Keep one ear completely uncovered if you use headsets while riding.
- Use lights when riding after dark.
- Pay attention to "Bicycle Riding Prohibited" signs.
- All appeals and citations must be made through Yolo Municipal Court B.
I have received a bicycle citation... What do I do now?
How to deal with your "Fix-it" citation:
To avoid dealing with the court and/or paying a $10.00 Administration Fee, prompt
attention to this citation is required. On or before the date shown with the "TW" code
on the ticket you must complete the following steps:
- Make any corrections that are required, e.g., register the bicycle, repair
the brakes, install lights/reflectors, etc.; and
- Contact the UCD Bicycle Officer, the Transportation and Parking Services
TAPS) office, or any California Peace Officer for a "Proof of Correction"
signature on your citation.