[8.13] Following Distance/Tailgating

1. The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed of such vehicle and the traffic upon, and the condition of, the roadway.
2. No vehicle, except an authorized emergency vehicle, shall follow within 300 feet of any authorized emergency vehicle operating with lights or sirens

• This section shall not apply to a police or traffic officer when serving as an escort

Violations of Penal Code (8)13 are an infraction punishable by a $234 fine and 1 point on license.