§ 22-112. Driving on right half of roadway.

(a)

Upon all roadways of sufficient width, a vehicle shall be driven upon the right half of the roadway, except as follows:

(1)

When overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction under the rules governing such movement;

(2)

When the right half of the roadway is closed to traffic while under construction or repair;

(3)

Upon a roadway divided into three marked lanes for traffic under the rules applicable thereon; or

(4)

Upon a roadway designated and signposted for one-way traffic.

(b)

Upon all roadways, any vehicle proceeding at less than the normal speed of traffic at the time and place and under the conditions then existing shall be driven in the righthand lane then available for traffic, or as close as practicable to the righthand curb or edge of the roadway, except when overtaking and passing another vehicle proceeding in the same direction, or when preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway.

(Code 1981, § 10.10.010)

State law reference

Driving on right side of roadway, exceptions, MCA 61-8-321.