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.

“When a notice is issued, D.M.V. will investigate the matter and determine what remediation, if any, is required,” the agency said in a statement.…