California police will soon be able to ticket driverless cars, like Waymo robotaxis, under new rules approved this week, finally giving officers a way to address traffic violations even when there’s no human behind the wheel.
Starting July 1, officers can issue a notice of “noncompliance” when a driverless vehicle breaks traffic laws, the state Department of Motor Vehicles said. The policy, tied to a 2024 law expanding oversight of autonomous vehicles, also requires companies to ensure their vehicles move out of the way during emergencies.
