You are driving a bus which performs paid transport on regular lines. Are you allowed to use the right lane at any time in this situation?
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Correct answer
YES
Explanation
In the photo, at the right-hand edge of the roadway, there is sign D-11 "start of bus lane" with the words "BUS TAXI" and a plate "Obowiązuje pn.-pt. w godz. 7-9, 14-18" (applies Monday to Friday, 7-9 and 14-18), and the word "BUS" is painted on the roadway. When driving a bus that carries passengers for payment on regular routes, you are allowed to use this lane at any time - the answer is YES.
The Regulation on road signs and signals states that sign D-11 marks the beginning of a lane intended for buses or trolleybuses and other vehicles carrying passengers for payment on regular routes, and a word on the sign additionally allows the vehicles it names - here, taxis. The plate with the hours shows when the lane is reserved. Outside these hours other drivers may also use it, but a regular public transport bus always has the right to use it, because the lane was created for it. Remember that a bus lane does not free you from caution near stops and exits from properties - cars from other lanes may turn right across your lane.
Legal basis: § 49 para. 1 and 2 and § 91 para. 1 of the Regulation on road signs and signals