West Virginia Road Signs: 15 mph School Zones & $500-$1,000 Bus Fine

What is the school zone speed limit in West Virginia and how many feet does the zone extend? What is the penalty for passing a school bus in West Virginia? Does WV require stopping for school buses on private property? How many questions are on the West Virginia DMV knowledge test? The WV DMV at dmv.wv.gov or 1-800-642-9066 handles all driver licensing. School zones in WV are 15 mph during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours, and the statutory school zone generally includes school property plus 125 feet along an abutting street or highway. A first conviction for unlawfully passing a stopped school bus carries a 60-day license suspension; the criminal penalty is a $500-$1,000 fine, up to six months in jail, or both. The stop law applies on parking lots, private roads, and driveways. The knowledge examination has at least 25 questions, and 19 of 25 correct answers are required to pass.

1. Mountain State Driving: West Virginia 15 mph School Zones, 125-Foot Zone Definition and $500-$1,000 Bus Fine

West Virginia roads wind through the Appalachian Mountains, cross the New River Gorge, trace the Ohio River along US-35, and connect Charleston I-64/I-77/I-79 interchange to the rural mountain counties. The WV DMV at dmv.wv.gov or 1-800-642-9066 runs regional offices across the state. open Monday through Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm, with some exceptions. Check the DMV website for testing times and locations. West Virginia school zones generally include school property and any street or highway abutting the school grounds for 125 feet, and the 15 mph limit applies during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours. The WV DMV knowledge examination has at least 25 questions, and 19 of 25 correct answers are required to pass.

2. West Virginia Sign Shapes: What the Knowledge Exam Tests on the Mountain States Curvy, High-Grade Roads

On West Virginia winding US-119, US-60, and mountain county routes, sign shape and color identify a hazard before text is legible around the next curve. The WV knowledge exam covers sign shapes, colors, and meanings. know every row in this table before your regional office visit.

Shape	Diagram	Meaning	Example Sign
Octagon (8-sided)		STOP. come to a complete stop, wheels fully stopped, check all directions, then proceed when clear
Triangle (inverted)		Yield slow down, check traffic; if clear proceed, if not stop and wait until safe to go
Diamond		Hazard ahead; slow down, stay alert, and be ready to stop or steer
Rectangle (vertical)		Legal requirement; obey this sign or face fines and points on your record
Rectangle (horizontal)		Informational sign; read it and use it to navigate or plan your route
Pentagon (5-sided)		School zone ahead; reduce speed and watch for children crossing
Round (circle)		Railroad crossing ahead; slow down, look both ways, and prepare to stop
Pennant		No passing zone; do not attempt to overtake any vehicle ahead
Orange (any shape)		Construction or work zone ahead; slow down, stay alert, and obey all posted signs
Blue (any shape)		Motorist services nearby; exit if you need fuel, food, or medical care
Brown (any shape)		Park or scenic area ahead; follow directional signs to reach it

3. West Virginia Regulatory Signs: 15 mph School Zones, School Bus Penalties and Minimum-Speed Rules

Regulatory signs carry legal force under West Virginia Code. Key WV rules: school zones are 15 mph during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours; a first conviction for unlawfully passing a stopped school bus brings a 60-day license suspension and may include a $500-$1,000 fine; and drivers may not travel so slowly that they impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic unless reduced speed is necessary for safe operation or required by law. White rectangular signs, prohibitory signs, and lane-control signs are all tested on the WV knowledge exam.

STOP Sign

Come to a full stop and yield before proceeding

YIELD Sign

Slow down and give right-of-way; stop if needed before proceeding

Speed Limit Sign

Do not exceed this speed; adjust for road and weather conditions

Do Not Enter Sign

Entry prohibited; turn around or find an alternate route

Wrong Way Sign

You have entered a one-way road against traffic

No U-Turn Sign

U-turns are prohibited at this location

No Left Turn Sign

Do not turn left here; continue straight or turn right

No Right Turn Sign

Do not turn right here; continue straight or turn left

One Way Sign

All traffic flows one direction; do not enter going the wrong way

Keep Right Sign

Move to the right side of the island or obstruction

No Passing Zone Sign

Do not pass here; wait until the no-passing zone ends

Do Not Pass Sign

Do not overtake any vehicle ahead until passing is permitted again

No Turn on Red Sign

Wait for a green signal before turning; do not turn on red

No Left Turn on Red Sign

Wait for green before turning left; no turn on red permitted

No Right Turn on Red Sign

Wait for green before turning right; no turn on red permitted

Turn Left Only Sign

You must turn left from this lane; going straight is not allowed

Turn Right Only Sign

You must turn right from this lane; going straight is not allowed

Straight or Turn Right Sign

From this lane you may only go straight or turn right

Minimum Speed Limit Sign

You must drive at least this speed; move right if driving slower

Slower Traffic Keep Right Sign

Move to the right lane if you are driving slower than traffic

No Parking Sign

Parking prohibited here; find a legal parking area nearby

No Trucks Sign

Trucks prohibited on this road; use an alternate truck route

No Bicycles Sign

Cyclists must not enter; use an alternate route

No Pedestrian Crossing Sign

Pedestrians must not cross here; use the nearest crosswalk

Reserved Parking Sign

Park here only if you qualify; others must find a different spot

Four Way Stop Sign

Stop completely, then take turns in order of arrival

Stop Except Right Turn Sign

Stop fully before proceeding; right turns may go after stopping

Left Turn Yield on Green Sign

Yield to all oncoming traffic before completing your left turn

Lane Use Control Sign

Follow the sign; only the shown movement is permitted from this lane

Restricted Lane Ahead Sign

Check eligibility before entering; unauthorized use is a violation

4. West Virginia Warning Signs: Appalachian Mountain Grades, New River Gorge Curves and Railroad Crossing Approaches

Diamond-shaped yellow warning signs flag hazards before you reach them. on WV roads that means steep grade and sharp curve warnings on US-119 Corridor H, US-60 and US-33 mountain routes, railroad crossing advances on the Chessie and CSX rail corridors, deer crossing signs across the Mountain States dense wildlife corridors, and school zone approaches preceding the 15 mph drop. Orange marks work zones where flaggers have full legal authority to control traffic.

Left Curve

A curve to the left is ahead; reduce speed

Right Curve

A curve to the right is ahead; reduce speed

Sharp Left Turn

A very sharp left turn is ahead; slow down

Sharp Right Turn

A very sharp right turn is ahead; slow down

Winding Road

Multiple curves ahead; reduce speed and stay in your lane throughout

Set of Curves (Left-Right)

Multiple curves ahead curving left then right; reduce speed

Set of Curves (Right-Left)

Multiple curves ahead curving right then left; reduce speed

Sharp Turns (Left-Right)

Successive sharp turns ahead; slow down significantly

Slippery When Wet

Wet road is slippery; reduce speed and increase following distance

Deer Crossing

Animals frequently cross here; slow down and scan both sides of the road

Pedestrian Crossing

Crosswalk ahead; slow down and stop or yield to pedestrians as required

Bicycle Crossing

Cyclists may cross here; slow down, watch for bicycles, and yield when required

School Zone / Crossing

Children may be present; slow to posted speed

School Crossing Ahead

School crosswalk ahead; yield to crossing guard and children

Divided Highway Begins

Road splits ahead; keep right and stay in your lane

Divided Highway Ends

Two-way traffic resumes ahead; stay right and watch oncoming traffic

Merging Traffic

Traffic is merging from another lane; adjust speed to allow safe entry

Added Lane

An additional lane begins ahead; entering traffic has its own lane

Lane Ends Ahead

Your lane ends soon; check mirrors, signal, and merge now

Lane Ends Merge Left

Your lane ends; signal and move left before the lane disappears

Left Lane Ends

Left lane ends ahead; signal and move right before it closes

Road Narrows

Road gets narrower ahead; stay centered and reduce speed

Narrow Bridge Ahead

Bridge is narrower than the road; slow down and stay centered

Low Clearance

Overhead clearance is restricted; do not proceed if your vehicle is too tall

Railroad Crossing (RR)

Tracks ahead; slow down, look both ways, and stop if a train is coming

Hill / Steep Grade (Downgrade)

Steep hill ahead; reduce speed now and use a lower gear if needed

Bump

Speed bump ahead; slow down before reaching it

Dip

Dip in the road ahead; reduce speed to avoid bottoming out

Loose Gravel

Loose gravel on road; reduce speed and increase following distance

Pavement Ends

Paved surface ends ahead; slow down before the surface changes

Shoulder Drop Off

Edge of road drops steeply; stay away from the shoulder

Watch for Ice on Bridges

Bridge may be icy; reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering

Two Way Traffic Ahead

Divided road ends; move to the right and watch for oncoming traffic

Cross Road

Intersection ahead; slow down and scan left and right before crossing

Cross Traffic

Traffic crosses from both sides; slow down and be ready to yield or stop

T Intersection

Your road ends ahead; slow down and prepare to turn left or right

Side Road

A side road joins ahead; watch for vehicles entering from the right or left

Highway Intersection Ahead

A major intersection is approaching; reduce speed and be ready to yield

Road Entering Curve

A road merges on a curve ahead; watch for vehicles entering

Roundabout

Yield to traffic already in the roundabout; then enter and keep right

Truck Rollover

High rollover risk for trucks on this curve or ramp; reduce speed

Weave Area

Lanes are entering and exiting; stay alert, check mirrors, and adjust speed

Advisory Speed

Recommended advisory speed for the condition ahead; reduce speed appropriately

Traffic Signal Ahead

A traffic light is ahead; reduce speed and be ready to stop

5. West Virginia Guide Signs: I-64, I-77, I-79 and the Routes Through the Mountain State

Guide signs do not regulate driving. they show destinations, distances, and services. Green = highway navigation. Blue = motorist services. Brown = parks and recreation.

Interstate Route Marker

You are on this interstate highway; note the number for navigation

US Route Marker

You are on this US highway; note the number for navigation

State Route Marker

You are on this state route; note the number for navigation

Exit Sign (Exit Only)

This lane becomes exit-only; move out of it if you are not exiting

Mile Marker

Marks your location on the route; note it for emergency or navigation use

Services Sign

Services available at next exit; move right if you need to stop

Hospital Sign (H)

Hospital is nearby; follow signs if you need emergency care

Diesel

Diesel fuel available ahead; exit if your vehicle needs it

Park / Recreation Sign

Park or recreation area nearby; exit and follow directional signs

6. West Virginia Traffic Signals: School Bus Red Lights Apply on Private Roads and What the WV Knowledge Exam Covers

Flashing red = stop. Flashing yellow = proceed with caution. The WV knowledge exam covers traffic signals. West Virginia school bus red light law applies on highways, streets, parking lots, private roads, and driveways. On a controlled-access highway, a driver need not stop when the school bus is on a different roadway or adjacent to the highway and pedestrians are not permitted to cross the roadway. Can you turn right on red in West Virginia? After a complete stop, a right turn on red is allowed unless a posted local prohibition says otherwise; a left turn on red is also allowed from a one-way street onto another one-way street where traffic moves left, after stopping and yielding.

West Virginia lane-use control signals: a green downward arrow means traffic may use the lane; a yellow X means the lane is about to close or reverse, so move out as soon as possible; and a red X means the lane is closed or used by opposing traffic and must not be used.

Standard Traffic Lights

Steady Red

Stop at the crosswalk or intersection; after stopping and yielding, a right turn on red and a qualifying one-way-to-one-way left turn may be allowed unless prohibited

Steady Yellow

Slow down and prepare to stop; do not speed up to beat the light

Steady Green

Proceed straight or turn right or left unless prohibited; yield to vehicles and pedestrians lawfully within the intersection or crosswalk

Green Arrow (left)

Proceed only in the arrow direction; yield to pedestrians

Yellow Arrow (no left)

The protected arrow movement is ending; prepare for the next signal

Red with Green Arrow

Proceed only in the green-arrow direction; yield to pedestrians and other traffic lawfully using the intersection

Circular Green (no arrow)

Proceed straight or turn right or left unless a sign prohibits the turn; yield to lawful traffic and pedestrians

Opposing Traffic Extended Green

Oncoming traffic still has green; wait and do not turn left yet

Flashing Signals

Flashing Red

Treat as a stop sign; stop fully, then proceed when safe and clear

Flashing Yellow

Slow down, check for hazards, and proceed with caution

Flashing Red Beacon

Treat the overhead beacon as a stop sign

Pedestrian Signals

WALK / White Walking Figure & DONT WALK / Orange Hand

White figure = cross now; orange hand = do not start crossing

Flashing Orange Hand + Countdown

Crossing phase ending; finish if started, do not begin

Key test point: Flashing red requires a full stop. Flashing yellow means proceed only with caution. School bus flashing warning lights also require a stop on private roads and parking lots when the bus is receiving or discharging children, subject to the controlled-access-highway exception.

7. West Virginia Pavement Markings: Yellow and White Lines, Turn Lanes, Crosswalks and Railroad Markings

Yellow center lines separate opposing traffic, while white lane lines separate traffic moving in the same direction. The WV knowledge exam covers lane lines, road arrows, and pavement symbols. West Virginia separately prohibits stopping, standing, or parking within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing and prohibits driving left of center when approaching within 100 feet of or traversing a railroad grade crossing.

Line Colors

Yellow lines

Separate opposing traffic; never cross a solid yellow line to pass

White lines

Mark your lane boundaries; stay within the white lines

Line Types

Broken yellow line (Single)

You may pass on your side if it is safe and clear ahead

Solid yellow + broken yellow

Pass only from the broken-line side when it is safe; do not pass from the solid side

Double solid yellow lines

Passing is not allowed in either direction; stay in your lane

Broken white line

You may change lanes if it is safe; always check mirrors and signal first

Solid white line

A solid white line may separate same-direction lanes or mark the roadway edge; crossing a single solid white lane line is discouraged and requires special care

Double solid white lines

Do not change lanes here; stay in your current lane

Center Turn Lane

For left turns only; signal, enter the lane, and turn; do not use it to travel

Center Turning Lane (sign)

For left turns only; signal, enter, and turn; do not drive through it

Pavement Symbols & Special Markings

Arrows in lane

You must follow the arrow direction from this lane

Stop line (wide white bar)

Stop completely behind this line; do not roll past it

Stop Here on Red

Stop at this painted line; do not inch forward past it

Crosswalk lines

Pedestrian crossing zone; obey traffic signals and yield to pedestrians as required by West Virginia crosswalk law

Broken white line (pavement)

You may change lanes if it is safe; check mirrors and signal first

Solid white line (pavement)

A solid white line may separate same-direction lanes or mark the roadway edge; crossing a single solid white lane line is discouraged and requires special care

Double solid white lines (pavement)

Do not change lanes here; stay in your current lane

Railroad crossing markings (X + RR)

Tracks ahead; slow down, look both ways, and be ready to stop

Diagonal yellow lines (gore area)

Do not enter or drive through this area; it is off-limits to traffic

Bicycle lane marking

Marks a lane designated for bicycle travel; watch for cyclists and obey posted lane restrictions

HOV / Carpool lane diamond

Use this lane only if you have the required number of occupants

Key test point: Yellow center lines separate opposing traffic, while white lane lines separate traffic moving in the same direction.

8. West Virginia Work Zone Signs: 2026 Construction-Zone Fines and Flagger Rules

Orange work-zone signs and traffic-control devices identify construction and maintenance areas and posted restrictions must be obeyed. What are West Virginia work-zone speeding fines in 2026? Exceeding a posted construction-zone speed or traffic restriction by less than 15 mph can bring a fine of up to $200, or up to $500 when a worker is present. At 15 mph or more over the posted restriction, the penalty can be up to $200 and/or 20 days in jail, or up to $1,000 and/or 30 days in jail when a worker is present. Authorized flaggers and workers directing traffic have legal authority and must be obeyed.

Road Work Ahead

Construction zone begins ahead; reduce speed and stay alert

Flagger Ahead

A person is directing traffic; obey their signals

Workers Ahead

Road workers are present; slow down and be ready to stop

Active Work Zone

You are in an active work zone; drive with extra caution

End of Active Work Zone

Work zone ends; resume normal speed and check posted limit

Work Zone Headlights

If a work-zone traffic-control device requires headlights, turn them on and obey the posted instruction

Lane Closed Ahead

A travel lane ends ahead; merge early

Road Closed

Road is completely closed; follow detour signs

Orange barrels / cones

Active work zone boundaries; stay within marked lanes

Channelizing devices (barricades)

Follow the barricades; do not drive through or around them

• Flaggers in West Virginia work zones have legal authority to stop, slow, or guide traffic. you must obey them. When a worker is present, failing to comply can carry fines up to $250 for a first conviction, $500 for a second conviction within one year, and $1,000 for a third or subsequent conviction.
• West Virginia mountain roads make work zones especially hazardous. steep grades, sharp curves, and narrow lanes persist through work areas.
• Slow down early when approaching work zones, increase your following distance, and be prepared to stop at any time.
• Never drive through or around a lane closure barrier. follow the channelizing devices and posted signs through the work area.
• A distracted-driving violation committed in a construction site when a worker is present is subject to fines up to twice the otherwise applicable amount.

Key test point: Orange warning signs identify temporary traffic-control conditions such as construction or maintenance work. Obey posted speed limits, flaggers, lane closures, and other work-zone traffic-control devices.

9. West Virginia Railroad Crossings: Stop 15-50 Feet When Required and No Parking Within 50 Feet

How far do you stop from a railroad crossing in West Virginia? When a warning signal, lowered gate, flagger, or approaching train requires a stop, stop within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail and proceed only when safe. West Virginia also prohibits stopping, standing, or parking within 50 feet of the nearest rail. When approaching within 100 feet of or traversing a railroad grade crossing, do not drive left of center to pass. Never enter the tracks unless there is enough room to clear them completely.

Stop Line

Stop here completely when required before proceeding

RR Crossbuck Sign (X-shaped)

Located at the crossing; yield to trains

Railroad Crossing (at crossing)

You are at the crossing; stop if lights flash or gate lowers

Crossing Gates

Lower when a train is coming; never drive around a lowered gate

Pavement markings (X + RR)

Tracks ahead marked on pavement; slow down and prepare to stop

Flashing Red Lights

A train is approaching; stop and wait until fully clear

• The round yellow advance warning sign warns that a railroad crossing is ahead. slow down, look, and listen.
• Stop 15-50 feet from the nearest rail when required by a warning signal, lowered gate, flagger, approaching train, or a posted railroad stop sign.
• Do not drive left of center when approaching within 100 feet of or traversing a railroad grade crossing.
• No stopping, standing, or parking within 50 feet of the nearest rail, except where necessary to avoid conflict with traffic or comply with law or traffic control.
• Never stop on the tracks. if traffic ahead may prevent clearing the tracks, wait before the crossing until there is room on the far side.

Key test point: When a railroad stop is required, stop 15-50 feet from the nearest rail. Do not drive left of center within 100 feet of or while traversing a railroad grade crossing, and do not stop, stand, or park within 50 feet of the nearest rail except as allowed by law.

10. West Virginia School Zone (15 mph, 125-Foot Definition) and School Bus Laws: $500-$1,000 Fine, 60-Day Suspension, Private Road Rule

Pentagon-shaped school signs identify school areas and crossings. West Virginia generally defines a school zone as all school property plus any street or highway abutting the school grounds and extending 125 feet along that street or highway. The speed limit is 15 mph during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours. A first conviction for unlawfully passing a stopped school bus carries a 60-day license suspension; the criminal penalty is a $500-$1,000 fine, up to six months in jail, or both. The school-bus stop requirement extends to parking lots, private roads, and driveways.

School Zone

School ahead; reduce speed and watch for children

School Speed Limit

Obey the reduced speed limit posted in school zones

Speed Limit Lights Flashing

Obey the posted school-zone speed restriction when its legal conditions apply; flashing beacons may supplement the posted school-zone signs

School Crossing Ahead

School crosswalk ahead; yield to crossing guard and children

• West Virginia school-zone speed is 15 mph during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours. A school-zone speeding conviction carries a fine of $100-$500; 15 mph or more over the limit in the presence of children can also bring up to six months in jail.
• The statutory school zone generally includes all school property plus any street or highway abutting the school grounds and extending 125 feet along the street or highway. West Virginia law also provides rules for access-right-of-way schools and approved expansions to adjacent roads.
• On highways, streets, parking lots, private roads, and driveways, traffic meeting or overtaking a school bus that has stopped to receive or discharge children must stop before reaching the bus when its flashing warning signal lights are operating. You may not proceed until the bus resumes motion, the driver signals you, or the visual signals stop.
• Controlled-access-highway exception: A driver need not stop when the school bus is on a different roadway or adjacent to the highway and pedestrians are not permitted to cross the roadway.
• First conviction for unlawfully passing a stopped school bus: 60-day license suspension plus a criminal penalty of a $500-$1,000 fine, up to six months in jail, or both. Subsequent offenses carry increased penalties and longer suspensions.

Key test point: The pentagon shape is used exclusively for school signs. No other sign category uses this shape. making it one of the easiest shapes to identify on the exam.

11. West Virginia Pedestrian and Bike Signs: Crosswalk Rules and the 3-Foot Bicycle Passing Law

When traffic-control signals are not in place or are not operating, West Virginia drivers must yield the right-of-way, slowing or stopping if needed, to a pedestrian in a crosswalk who is on the drivers half of the roadway or approaching so closely from the opposite half as to be in danger. A pedestrian may not suddenly enter the path of a vehicle that is too close to yield. When passing a bicyclist traveling in the same direction, West Virginia law requires at least 3 feet of clearance at a careful and reduced speed.

Pedestrian Crossing Sign

Crosswalk ahead; slow down and stop or yield to pedestrians as required

Bicycle Crossing Sign

Cyclists may cross here; slow down, watch for bicycles, and yield when required

No Bicycles

Cyclists must not enter; use an alternate route

No Pedestrian Crossing

Pedestrians must not cross here; use the nearest crosswalk

• When traffic-control signals are absent or not operating, yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk when the pedestrian is on your half of the roadway or is approaching so closely from the opposite half as to be in danger.
• Do not overtake another vehicle that is stopped at a marked crosswalk or an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection to allow a pedestrian to cross.
• When passing a bicyclist traveling in the same direction, pass to the left with at least 3 feet of clearance at a careful and reduced speed.
• If there is no safe room to pass and traffic is approaching, wait until it has cleared before passing. never force a cyclist off the road.
• Dim headlights when meeting an oncoming bicyclist at night.
• Fluorescent yellow-green may be used for school, pedestrian, and bicycle warning signs. use the symbol and sign shape to identify the specific warning.

Key test point: At crosswalks without an operating traffic-control signal, West Virginia drivers must yield as required when the pedestrian is on the drivers half of the roadway or is approaching so closely from the opposite half as to be in danger. When overtaking a bicycle traveling in the same direction, keep at least 3 feet of clearance.

12. How to Pass West Virginia DMV Knowledge Exam: 15 mph School Zones, 125-Foot Definition and the Private Road Bus Rule

• School zone = 15 mph. The statutory 15 mph limit applies during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours.
• School zone generally extends 125 feet from school grounds. The definition includes school property and an abutting street or highway extending 125 feet from the school grounds, with additional rules for access rights-of-way and approved adjacent-road expansions.
• School bus stop applies on private property. WV law extends the school-bus stop requirement to parking lots, private roads, and driveways. On a controlled-access highway, the exception applies when the bus is on a different roadway or adjacent to the highway and pedestrians are not permitted to cross the roadway.
• First school-bus conviction: 60-day suspension. The criminal penalty is a $500-$1,000 fine, up to six months in jail, or both. Subsequent offenses increase penalties and suspension periods.
• WV speed limits. Interstate: generally 70 mph unless otherwise posted. Open country highway: 55 mph. Business/residential: 25 mph. School zone: 15 mph during the statutory school-zone periods.
• Minimum-speed rule. West Virginia does not make 55 mph a universal mandatory interstate minimum for drivers. Driving so slowly that you impede normal and reasonable traffic is prohibited unless reduced speed is necessary for safe operation or required by law; a minimum speed may also be posted.
• Railroad crossing distance. When a stop is required, stop 15-50 feet from the nearest rail. Do not drive left of center within 100 feet of or while traversing a railroad grade crossing, and do not stop, stand, or park within 50 feet of the nearest rail except as allowed by law.
• West Virginia work-zone speeding fines. Current law increases penalties when workers are present; posted work-zone speed and traffic restrictions and authorized flaggers must be obeyed.
• 3-foot bicycle passing rule. When overtaking a bicyclist traveling in the same direction, pass to the left with at least 3 feet of clearance at a careful and reduced speed.
• Flashing signals. Flashing red = full stop. Flashing yellow = proceed only with caution.
• WV DMV knowledge test. The knowledge examination has at least 25 questions, and 19 of 25 correct answers are required to pass.
• Contact WV DMV. dmv.wv.gov or 1-800-642-9066. Regional offices open Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm (some variations). Check website for testing times.