I am recovering from ankle surgery and am not allowed to be out of this cast for about 3.5 more weeks. Is it illegal for me to drive in the state of Virginia only using my left foot?
2007-03-25 10:28:36 · 20 answers · asked by Kepelon 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
I think the short answer is that would be irresponsible, and not within the "reasonable and ordinary control" of the vehicle. I noticed some language of that nature in Section 46.2 - 315.
But, you can browse the stats of Virginia. A link follows. God bless, and hope your leg heals quickly.
2007-03-25 10:50:30 · answer #1 · answered by Miss Steak 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't even worry about the legality, although it should be illegal if it isn't. There is no way of driving an automatic safely with the left foot. It is one thing to use the left for the brake, it is another to try to move the left foot quickly and safely from the accelerator to the brake. You can't, sorry. For those that talk about the people who only have one foot, period, I add this. If you had lost your right leg, or the use of it permanently, your car would have to be modified to allow safe driving with the left, in other words, gas pedal on the left of the brake, or possibly hand controls.
2007-03-25 11:02:55 · answer #2 · answered by Fred C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There wouldn't be anything mentioned about driving with a cast and using the other foot. I f a cop want to consider giving you a ticket because he thinks your use of that foot is dangerous or reckless, he can do that. You will have to go to court and disproove his alegation. You can rest asured that the judge will accept his assertion over yours. and you'll have to have more than talk on your side. I use my right foot for both brake and fuel pedal. I can't see that using your left foot would be any different except for the awkward placement of the fuel pedal and a drivers unfamiliarity in using the left foot.
2007-03-25 10:42:56 · answer #3 · answered by reinformer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could lose license and more. How do you feel about people driving impaired? Drugs, drunk driving, etc. It is not safe! You are taking other lives at risk so you can drive. Driving is a privilege not a right. You'll be better soon, just wait. Your insurance company will not cover you. You could lose your things property and more. Have patience. DialAride is an option or friends. Save a life and ask for help. Ask MAAD what they think.
2016-02-26 19:01:31 · answer #4 · answered by Roberta 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it is not illegal, but it may not be safe depending what you have to do to drive using only your left foot. At least you still have a right foot, some of the soldiers coming back from Iraq do not!
The law does not discriminate against the "handicapped" or "physically challenged" but it does expect a motor vehicle to be used in a safe manor. If you can safely drive with your left foot only, good for you!
2007-03-25 10:34:52 · answer #5 · answered by know da stuff 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
On a 2007 vehicle, absolutely nothing would happen, you would hear a "ratcheting" type sound until the car coasted down to a "safe" speed, about 2-3 mph, then it would engage and lock up the drive wheel(s), on the other hand, if you tried it on a 1967 vehicle, it would engage immediately, locking the drive wheel(s), and more than likely catapult you through the windshield, hope this helps. George
2016-03-29 04:28:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I would tend to doubt that it would be illegal, but I would caution that your coordination of your left foot and ankle will be different than that of your right leg. It would be pretty difficult and possibly dangerous.... that's about all I have on the subject, good luck.
2007-03-25 10:51:57 · answer #7 · answered by Porterhouse 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, of course not. Remember, there are people who only have one leg to begin with, and they qualify for a license. The sole relevant question is whether or not you can do so safely. If you are able to operate your vehicle safely, the fact that you are driving with your left leg instead of your right is completely irrelevant. Should you be challenged on this score, the evidence would be whether or not you were stopped for unsafe driving, and if that was related to your leg, as opposed, for example, DUI or another problem.
2007-03-25 10:36:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you get into an accident then you'd have A LOT of explaining to do. Just think about what you would have to do in a spur of the moment situation while on the road driving. You wouldn't be able to manuever the way you would normally.
2007-03-25 10:38:05 · answer #9 · answered by Monique 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why not call your local police department or state patrol department and ask someone what the penalties are if you are in a car accident driving like this. You will not be able to react as fast if you need to stop and will greatly put yourself and others in danger driving like this. I wouldn't do it if it were me.
2007-03-25 10:32:43 · answer #10 · answered by Sparkles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋