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Cyclists Get More Protection From Lawmakers

Posted: 9:07 am EDT October 2, 2006

A new law meant to better protect Florida's bicyclists is now in effect.

The law requires drivers to keep a buffer of at least three feet around cyclists on the roads. Drivers who don't give cyclists a buffer will face fines of more than $100.

Last year 119 bicyclists were killed in Florida car-related crashes.

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