(a) As used in this Code section, the term ‘‘safe distance’’ means not less than three feet. (b) Notwithstanding any provision of this article to the contrary, when feasible, the operator of a motor vehicle, when overtaking and passing a bicycle that is proceeding in the same direction on the roadway, shall leave a safe distance between such vehicle and the bicycle and shall maintain such clearance until safely past the overtaken bicycle. (Code 1981, § 40-6-56, enacted by Ga. L. 2011, p. 426, § 2/HB 101.)
Safe passing distance when overtaking a bicyclist
O.C.G.A. § 40-6-56 — under Title 40.
O.C.G.A. § 40-6-56