Are you allowed to open the door of the vehicle without making sure that you will not cause danger to traffic?

Description

Art. 45 para. 1 pt. 3 of the Act of 20 June 1997 - Road Traffic Act (Journal of Laws of 2005, No. 108, item 908, as amended)

Explanation

Correct answer: No

According to Art. 45 para. 1 pt. 3 of the Road Traffic Act, it is forbidden to open a vehicle's door without making sure it does not endanger safety. Before opening the door, you must always look in the mirror and behind you to avoid a collision with an approaching vehicle, especially a cyclist or motorcyclist.

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