North Carolina · North Carolina General Statutes — Chapter 20, Motor Vehicles
N.C.G.S. (Motor Vehicles) § 20-146: Drive on right side of highway; exceptions
What this law says, in plain English
Vehicles must be driven on the right side of highways except when overtaking, avoiding obstructions, on divided highways, or on one-way roads. Slower vehicles must stay in the right lane when possible.
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