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KOREA DRIVING 55 Questions With
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If a driver flees the scene of an accident - โ โ the penalty is increased and could result in imprisonment for life.
Under a special statute, a driver found at fault in an accident resulting in injuries or property damage may be relieved from criminal liability if the driver - โ โ enters into a private settlement agreement or has an open-ended comprehensive insurance policy covering bodily injuries and property damage without a limit.
the following cases, drivers are not relieved from criminal liability, whether or not they enter into a settlement agreement or hold an open-ended comprehensive insurance policy: - โ โ (a) Causing a fatal accident.
(b) Leaving the accident scene without taking necessary measures to aid an injured person.
(c) Violating a traffic signal or an instruction by a police officer.
(d) Crossing a center-dividing line, making an unauthorized U-turn or initiating an unlawful backing maneuver.
(e) Exceeding the speed limit by 20 kilometers per hour.
(f) Passing in an unsafe or illegal manner.
(g) Violating railroad crossing procedures.
(h) Disregarding driver's duties to protect pedestrians at crosswalks.
(i) Driving without a driver's license.
(j) Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
(k) Trespassing on the separated sidewalk or improper crossing.
(l) Neglecting duties to protect passengers from falling out of vehicles.
Procedures after an Accident - โ โ (1) Stop immediately.
(2) Aid the injured and take other necessary emergency measures.
(3) Report the following information to the nearest police officer:
Document the scene with photographs if possible. Recommend carrying a camera or cell phone camera.
When passing a marching unit-- - โ โ 10 MPH / 16 KPH
Residential Areas - โ โ 15 MPH / 24 KPH
School Zones (when yellow flashing light on) - โ โ 15 MPH / 24 KPH
Parking Area - โ โ 5 MPH / 8 KPH
Maximum speed limit (unless posted otherwise) - โ โ 25 MPH / 40 KPH
Within a city, community, or built-up area - โ โ 35 MPH/56 KPH (or as posted)
School Zones - โ โ 20 MPH / 32 KPH
On expressways and toll roads-- - โ โ (1) For sedan type military vehicles, the speed limit will be as posted.
Vehicle operator should reduce speed by 20 to 50 percent when driving in - โ โ snow, fog, ice, or rain.
Method of passing - โ โ (1) To alert vehicles ahead, driver must indicate in advance the intention to pass.10 USFK PAM 385-2, 7 August 2012
(2) Driver must pass to the left of a vehicle traveling in the same direction. Safe passing must be accomplished after insuring adequate clearance and the speed of vehicles in front of, to the rear of, and on- coming traffic.
Places where passing is prohibited. - โ โ (1) On or near the top of steep grades.
(2) On curves.
(3) Descending lane on a steep incline.
(4) Inside a tunnel.
(5) Intersections.
(6) Where prohibited by traffic signs.
Method of entering Intersections - โ โ (1) Vehicles turning right must first move slowly to the lane nearest the right hand curb.
(2) Vehicles turning left must do so from the left hand edge of the lane closest to the centerline and from the center point of the intersection.
(3) Vehicles turning or going straight must move slowly to the appropriate lane at least 70 meters prior to the white line at the intersection.
Pedestrians entering intersection - โ โ (1) Drivers will yield to pedestrians crossing at green crossing signals.
(2) Drivers will yield to pedestrians crossing the road at or near intersections where traffic is not being controlled.
VEhicle Lights - โ โ (1) Vehicles must have headlights, clearance lights, taillights, and license plate light lit when driving at night. (Night is defined as a half hour after sunset until a half hour before sunrise.)
(2) When objects cannot be seen within 100 meters during the day due to inclement weather, lights must be turned on the same as if driving at night. When driving through fog, it is best to use low beams.
Use of Low Beams - โ โ (1) When traveling through a high density traffic area at night, low beams must be continuously used.
(2) When encountering on-coming traffic at night, dim the headlights to prevent other drivers from being blinded.
(3) When a vehicle is stopped or parked on the roadway at night, parking lights or clearance lights must be on.
Implied Consent to Blood, Breath or Urine Tests - โ โ Persons who operate a motor vehicle, motorcycle, moped or bicycle on a military installation/garrison automatically give their consent to chemical tests for alcohol or drug content of their blood, breath or urine.
An individual's refusal under the "Implied Consent" provision will automatically result in - โ โ a one-year revocation of driving privileges
(6) On railroad or streetcar tracks.
(7) At any place narrow enough to make passing difficult, dangerous, or impossible.
(8) On a roadway or shoulder within 100 feet (30 meters) of the crest of a hill.
(9) Beside another vehicle parked parallel to the curb or on a roadway shoulder.
(10) Where official signs prohibit parking, where installation signs reserve parking, when the curbing is painted yellow, or when the roadway is marked in yellow or white.
(11) Within 20 feet (6 meters) of a fire hydrant, crosswalk, bus stop or intersection.
(12) Within 20 feet (6 meters) of a driveway to any fire station or similar emergency facility, on the side of the street opposite the entrance to any fire station or similar emergency facility, or within 75 feet (23 meters) of the entrance.
(13) Within 30 feet (9 meters) of the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, yield sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of the roadway.
(14) On a grassed or seeded area on U.S. military installations unless directed by proper authority.
(15) Stop, park, or leave a vehicle attended or unattended where it is prohibited. In any event, an unobstructed width of the highway opposite a vehicle must be left for the free passage of other vehicles,
and a clear view of the stopped vehicle must be available from a distance of 200 feet (60 meters) in each direction.
Cargo limitation - โ โ (1) Do not exceed manufacturer's recommended cargo weight limitation of the vehicle.
(2) Contents of the cargo should not extend beyond one tenth of the vehicle length.
(3) Width of cargo should not block or impair the rearview mirror.
Warning signs for cargo that exceeds the length limit - โ โ (1) Daylight. A red cloth, 30cm x 50cm or larger, must be affixed to the farthest protruding edge.
(2) Night time. A light or reflector must be fastened to the farthest protruding edge.
Right-of-way - โ โ (1) An emergency vehicle has the right-of-way.
(2) A vehicle already on the expressway has the right-of-way
Passing - โ โ (1) When passing, drivers must turn on the directional signal, and then pass safely using the left lane (passing lane). Upon completion of passing, he must return to the traveling lane using the right turn signal.
(2) The following figure depicts the use of directional signals when passing. When passing on the expressway, directional signals are used to indicate a change, either to enter the passing lane or the traveling lane. When in the passing lane, the directional signal must be turned off.
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a driver involved in an accident resulting in death or injury may be found guilty of occupational negligence and subject to - โ โ imprisonment for a maximum of five (5) years or a fine of 20 million Won
POVs must pass a safety inspection conducted within the _________, at a facility designated by the United States (U.S.) Army Area Commander or United States Air Force (USAF) Support Group Commander and at least biennial from date of initial registration. - โ โ last 30 days
Invited__________________________________________________mu st obtain a vehicle inspection certificate issued by the ROK Government in lieu of the safety inspection. - โ โ contractors, their U.S. and third-country national employees, and their family members
Vehicles must be equipped with a ____________________ prior to registration - โ โ warning device (warning triangle or traffic flares)
Vehicles requiring repair will be provided an inspection certificate stamped ________. This certificate will show any required repairs and that re-inspection must be done within 15 days. An additional 30 days may be granted on a one-time basis in accordance with procedures established by the Area Commander. - โ โ "REJECTED"
The safety inspection of the POV will be conducted ________________Inspection certificates will remain with the vehicle except to present it to the Vehicle Registration Office for re- registration. - โ โ during the same month as the initial inspection.
All SOFA members of USFK military, the civilian component (including technical representatives), and their family members who drive POVs on U.S. installation and in the ROK must possess a______________ - โ โ USFK Form 134EK. The aforementioned personnel must also possess a valid U.S. state driver's license, ROK driver's license or international driver's license permit prior to issuance of a USFK 134EK.
Along with the USFK FORM 134EK. aforementioned personnel must also possess a _____________________________________ - โ โ valid U.S. state driver's license, ROK driver's license or international driver's license permit prior to issuance of a USFK 134EK.
The USFK 134EK is valid forโ - โ โ (1) Military and their family members, Department of Defense (DOD) civilians and their family members, and technical representatives and their family members - Five (5) years.
(2) Invited contractors (including third-country national employees) and their family members - Until DEROS established by contract or termination of contract, whichever comes first.
(3) Chauffeurs - same as sponsor.
Reversible Lane Signals - Within certain areas of major cities, the overhead X and downward arrow signal devices are used where the direction of heavy traffic volume changes during certain peak hours of the day. These signals override the lane marks/centerline on the pavement. - โ โ a) Red X Light - Vehicles will not use the lane shown with red X signal.
Bus lane In Cities has been established to limit traffic. It is Marked by a _______ Line and it designates a lance to be used only by buses - โ โ Blue
At intersections the bus lane will have _________ - โ โ broken or dash lines, vehicles other than buses may enter this bus lane to make a right turn or to immediately exit the main street.
Median (center) bus lane in Seoul - โ โ is marked in red around the bus stop areas only and it designates a lane to be used only by buses 24 hours a day. Do not use this lane for any reason. Drivers can only make U-turns at intersections where designated signs are posted. Caution should be exercised around bus lanes as the buses will be traveling at a much higher rate of speed than normal city traffic.
Bus lanes on the Gyeongbu expressway (Highway #1) have been designated to be used only by - โ โ buses and 9-passenger vans having at least 6 passengers. It is marked by a blue line.
