USA Statutes : maine
Title : Title 29-A. MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING. PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter : Chapter 17. EQUIPMENT (HEADING. PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Title 29-A - §1901. General restriction
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1901. General restriction
A person may not use, sell or equip a vehicle with a lens, muffler, reflector, lighting device, window-tinting material or
other aftermarket equipment contrary to this Title or contrary to the rules of the Chief of the State Police.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1902. Brakes
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1902. Brakes
1. General rule. A motor vehicle must have adequate brakes in good working order that are sufficient to control the vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Specific standards. Brakes must be adjusted so as to stop:
A. A 2-wheel brake vehicle, within a distance of 45 feet, from a speed of 20 miles per hour;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A 4-wheel brake vehicle, within 30 feet, from a speed of 20 miles per hour; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A motorcycle or motor-driven cycle, within 30 feet, from a speed of 20 miles per hour.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Parking brakes. A vehicle, except a 2-wheel motorcycle or 2-wheel motor-driven cycle, must be equipped with parking brakes adequate to hold
the vehicle on any grade on which it is operated, under all conditions of loading, on a surface free from snow, ice or loose
material. Parking brakes:
A. Must be capable of being applied by the driver's muscular effort, spring action or equivalent means;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. May be operated with assistance of the service brakes or other source of power, provided that failure of the service brake
actuation system or other power assisting mechanism does not prevent the parking brakes from being applied;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Must be designed so that, once applied, they remain applied with the required effectiveness despite leakage or exhaustion
of any source of energy;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. May share the same brake drums, brake shoes and lining assemblies, brake shoe anchors and mechanical brake shoe actuation
mechanisms associated with the wheel brake assemblies used for service brakes; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. If the means of applying the parking and service brakes are connected, must be constructed so that failure of one part does
not leave the vehicle without operative brakes.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Trucks; specific requirements. Special mobile equipment or a truck, truck tractor, trailer or semitrailer must be equipped with adequate brakes acting
on all wheels of all axles, except that the following need not meet this requirement:
A. A trailer or semitrailer not exceeding a gross weight of 3,000 pounds;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A vehicle towed by use of a wrecker;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A vehicle meeting braking requirements of the motor carrier safety regulations of the United States Department of Transportation;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. A semitrailer with a gross weight of semitrailer and load not to exceed 12,000 pounds, designed and used exclusively:
(1) For the dispensing of cable from attached reels, commonly called a reel trailer; or
(2) To support the end of poles while being transported, commonly called a pole dolly; and
[1999, c. 183, §5 (amd).]
F. A dolly axle, so-called, on a farm truck transporting agricultural products and supplies.
A dolly axle may not be considered in determining the gross weight or axle limits permitted on the vehicle.
A 2-axle or 3-axle farm truck equipped with a dolly axle is considered a 2-axle or 3-axle vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1999, c. 183, §5 (amd).]
5. Multiple axles. If equipped with 3 or more axles, a truck, tractor or truck tractor manufactured prior to August 1, 1980 need not have brakes
on the front wheels; if the vehicle is equipped with 2 or more steerable axles, the wheels of one such axle need not have
brakes.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Rules. The Chief of the State Police may adopt rules governing the sufficiency and adjustment of brakes.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§5
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1903. Adequate signaling device; use
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1903. Adequate signaling device; use
1. Signaling device required. A person may not operate a motor vehicle without a suitable and adequate horn or other device for signaling.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §19 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Unnecessarily sounded. A person may not unnecessarily sound a signaling device or horn.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §19 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q19
(RPR).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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advice, please consult
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Title 29-A - §1904. Headlights
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1904. Headlights
1. General rules; headlights. A person may not operate a motor vehicle that does not meet the following requirements concerning headlights.
A. A motor vehicle must be equipped with headlights.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §20 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. Headlights must be of sufficient power and so adjusted and operated as to enable the operator to proceed with safety under
all ordinary conditions of highway and weather.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §20 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §20 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Location of headlights. On a motor vehicle, a headlight must be located at a height, measured from the center of the headlight, of not more than
54 inches nor less than 22 inches above the level surface on which the vehicle stands. Headlights on snow plows may be at
a height greater than 54 inches.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. White light. Headlights must be equipped with lenses or reflectors that emit only white light.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Number of headlights. The following rules apply regarding the mounting of headlights.
A. A motor vehicle must have mounted on the front at least 2 headlights, one on each side.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §21 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. A motorcycle or motor-driven cycle must have one mounted headlight.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §21 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §21 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
5. Requirements. The following requirements apply to a headlight.
A. If the vehicle is mechanically constructed so that it is limited to less than 15 miles per hour, it must have headlights
capable of furnishing sufficient candlepower to render any substantial object clearly discernible on a level way at least
50 feet directly ahead and at the same time at least 7 feet to the right of the axis of the vehicle for a distance of at least
25 feet.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. If the vehicle is mechanically constructed so that it can exceed 15 miles per hour, it must have headlights capable of furnishing
sufficient candlepower to render any substantial object clearly discernible on a level way at least 200 feet directly ahead
and at the same time at least 7 feet to the right of the axis of the vehicle for a distance of at least 100 feet.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A headlight capable of furnishing more than 4 candlepower, if equipped with a reflector, may not be used unless the headlight
is designed, equipped or mounted so that no portion of the beam of light, when projected 75 feet or more ahead, rises above
a plane of 42 inches higher than and parallel with the level surface on which the vehicle stands.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. The top of a main beam of light may not be higher than the headlight center.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. An electric bulb or other lighting device of a greater capacity than 32 candlepower may not be used, except for the standard
equipment sealed beam unit.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
F. A headlight may not project the top of a main beam, at a distance of 25 feet ahead of the vehicle, on an approximately level
stretch of highway, onto the body of a person or an object, at a height greater than that of the center of the front light
from the highway.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Motorcycle. A motorcycle or motor-driven cycle that does not have an adequate beam for headlights is restricted to daytime operation.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Exception for farm tractors. This section does not apply to unregistered farm tractors.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q20,21
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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advice, please consult
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State House Room 108
Augusta, Maine 04333-0007
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Title 29-A - §1905-A. Turn signal
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1905-A. Turn signal
1. Requirement. Except as provided in subsection 3, a motor vehicle, trailer or semitrailer must be equipped with electric flashing turn
signal lamps. A motor vehicle must emit white or amber light from the turn signals to the front of the vehicle and a motor
vehicle, trailer or semitrailer must emit amber or red light from the turn signals to the rear of the vehicle.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. A, §2 (new).]
2. Vehicles physically connected. When a vehicle that is being operated is physically connected to another vehicle, only the last vehicle must carry turn
signals to the rear.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. A, §2 (new).]
3. Vehicles manufactured without turn signal. Automobiles and trucks less than 80 inches in width, manufactured or assembled prior to January 1, 1953 need not be equipped
with electric turn signal lamps.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. A, §2 (new).]
4. Exception for farm tractors. This section does not apply to unregistered farm tractors.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. A, §2 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1995,
Ch. 584,
§A2
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §1905. Rear lights
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1905. Rear lights
1. Requirement. Except as provided in subsection 3, a motor vehicle with 3 or more wheels or a trailer or semitrailer must have on the rear
2 lights, one on each side of the axis, each capable of displaying a red light visible for a distance of at least 100 feet
behind the vehicle.
[2005, c. 314, §10 (amd).]
2. Vehicles used in conjunction. When a vehicle is used in conjunction with another vehicle, only the last must carry the lights.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Vehicles manufactured with one rear light. If a vehicle was manufactured with only a single rear light, that light is sufficient if the light complies with the visibility
requirement and is in the center or to the left of the vehicle's axis.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Exception for farm tractors. This section does not apply to unregistered farm tractors.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2005,
Ch. 314,
§10
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1906. Clearance lights
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1906. Clearance lights
1. Requirements for vehicle 7 feet or more in width. A vehicle 7 feet or more in width must have a green or amber light attached to the extreme left of the front, adjusted to
indicate the extreme left lateral extension of the vehicle or load and at least one red light on the extreme left lateral
extension of the vehicle or load on the rear.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §22 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Requirements for closed body vehicle 8 feet or more in height. A vehicle with a closed body 8 feet or more in height must display 2 green or amber lights attached to the extreme left
of the front of its body, one at the top and the other at the bottom. The vehicle must also display at least one red light
on the extreme upper left lateral extension of its body.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §22 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
3. Visibility. Body width lights and height lights must be visible not less than 200 feet in the direction towards which the vehicle is
proceeding or facing.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §22 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
4. Reflector alternative. In place of body width lights and height lights, a vehicle may be equipped with an adequate reflector conforming as to color
and location to the requirements for the light.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §22 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
5. Application. This section does not apply to unregistered farm tractors.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §22 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q22
(RPR).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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advice, please consult
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Title 29-A - §1907. Rear reflectors
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1907. Rear reflectors
A vehicle must be equipped with at least one adequate reflector securely attached to the rear. The reflector:
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
1. Part of rear light. May be a part of the rear light;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Color. Must be red; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Reflection. Must be designed, located and maintained to reflect at night on an unlighted highway, from at least 200 feet, the lawful
undimmed headlights of a vehicle approaching from the rear.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Exception for unregistered farm tractors. This section does not apply to unregistered farm tractors.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1908. Location of rear lights, reflectors and signal lamps
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1908. Location of rear lights, reflectors and signal lamps
On a vehicle 7 feet wide or wider, all rear lights, reflectors and signal lights must be within 12 inches of the extreme extension
of the vehicle. On flat-body dump trucks, rear lights and signal lamps may be mounted on the rear of the frame. This section
does not apply to unregistered farm tractors or to trailers with rear lights, reflectors and signal lights installed by the
commercial manufacturer.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1909-A. Fog lights
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1909-A. Fog lights
1. Fog lights. A motor vehicle may be equipped with 2 fog lights upon the front of the motor vehicle that emit amber or white light as
long as the rays from the lights do not shine more than 2 feet above the road at a distance of 30 feet. A fog light mounted
higher than the center of the main headlights may not be illuminated while a motor vehicle is being operated on a public way.
[2003, c. 340, §3 (new).]
Section History:
PL 2003,
Ch. 340,
§3
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §1909-B. Optional auxiliary lighting
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1909-B. Optional auxiliary lighting
1. General restrictions. Except as otherwise provided by section 2054 and any other law or rule, a vehicle may be equipped with or display an auxiliary
light, as defined by section 2054, subsection 1, paragraph C, only if it conforms to the requirements of this section.
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
2. Color. The color of an auxiliary light must be as follows:
A. White or amber if the light is on the front of the vehicle;
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
B. Amber if the light is on the side of the vehicle; or
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
C. Amber or red if the light is on the rear of the vehicle.
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
3. Beam. An auxiliary light must emit a steady beam of light and may not blink, oscillate, rotate or flash.
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
4. Brightness. An auxiliary light may not emit a beam that is brighter than, has a greater candlepower than or distracts from the visibility
of standard lighting equipment required by this Title or by the inspection rules adopted by the Chief of the State Police
pursuant to section 1769.
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
5. Operator visibility. An auxiliary light may not be installed in a manner or on the vehicle so that it distracts or impairs the vision of the
operator.
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
6. Under-vehicle lighting. An auxiliary light is under-vehicle lighting if it is a lighting device or lamp, including, but not limited to, a neon or
fluorescent tube, installed under the chassis and it is designed to illuminate and reflect from the surface beneath the vehicle.
A vehicle may be equipped with under-vehicle lighting for the purpose of participating in shows, events or other exhibitions,
but the lighting may not be used or the vehicle illuminated with under-vehicle lighting on a public way.
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
7. Violation. A person who operates a motor vehicle equipped with, illuminated by, displaying or using an auxiliary light in violation
of this section commits a traffic infraction.
[2005, c. 183, §1 (new).]
Section History:
PL 2005,
Ch. 183,
§1
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §1909. Registration lamp
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1909. Registration lamp
A vehicle must have a white light capable of illuminating the rear registration plate so that the characters on the plate
are visible for a distance of at least 50 feet. This section does not apply to unregistered farm tractors.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1910. Rules governing lights on vehicles
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1910. Rules governing lights on vehicles
The Chief of the State Police may adopt rules governing the adjustment, use and operation of lights on vehicles.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1911. Hydraulic brake fluid
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1911. Hydraulic brake fluid
1. Definition. "Hydraulic brake fluid" means the liquid medium through which force is transmitted to the brakes in the hydraulic brake
system of a vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Requirement. Hydraulic brake fluid must be distributed and serviced with due regard for the safety of the occupants of the vehicle and
the public.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Rules. The Commissioner of Public Safety may adopt rules establishing standards and specifications for hydraulic brake fluid that
must correlate with and, so far as practicable, conform to current standards and specifications of the Society of Automotive
Engineers applicable to the fluid.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Prohibition. A person may not distribute, have for sale, offer for sale, sell or service a vehicle with hydraulic brake fluid unless
that fluid complies with the requirements of this section.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1912. Mufflers
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1912. Mufflers
1. Muffler required. A person may not operate a motor vehicle unless that vehicle is equipped with an adequate muffler properly maintained to
prevent excessive or unusual noise.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Cutouts prohibited. Except as provided in subsection 5, a muffler or exhaust system may not be equipped with a cutout, bypass or similar device.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Amplification prohibited. A person may not operate a motor vehicle with an exhaust system that has been modified to amplify or increase the noise
emitted by the motor above that emitted by the muffler originally installed on the vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Exhaust system fastened to engine. The entire exhaust system must be complete, without leakage and securely fastened to the engine block and frame.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Exception; racing meets. Notwithstanding subsection 2, an owner or operator of a motor vehicle used occasionally in racing meets may obtain a permit
from the Secretary of State for installing a cutout, bypass or similar device on the exhaust system of that motor vehicle
pursuant to this subsection.
A. The cutout, bypass or similar modification must be kept closed and inoperative while the vehicle is on a public way.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §23 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. The permit must be in the vehicle at all times while on a public way.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §23 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
C. The Secretary of State shall determine the eligibility of all applicants for a permit.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §23 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
D. The permit fee is $1 for the registration year.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §23 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §23 (rpr); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
6. Exception. Subsections 1 and 3 do not apply to a muffler or exhaust system that does not emit noise in excess of 95 decibels as measured
in accordance with standards and specifications outlined in standard J-1169 adopted by the Society of Automotive Engineers
in May 1998. A person served with a Violation Summons and Complaint charging a violation of subsection 1 or 3 must provide
satisfactory evidence that the muffler or exhaust system does not emit a noise in excess of 95 decibels as measured in accordance
with standards and specifications outlined in standard J-1169 adopted by the Society of Automotive Engineers in May 1998.
Measurements must be made by participating certified inspection stations.
This subsection applies to motor vehicles as defined in section 101, subsection 42, except that it does not apply to motorcycles.
[2005, c. 314, §11 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 140,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q23
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
PL 2005,
Ch. 314,
§11
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1913. Mirrors
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1913. Mirrors
1. Mirrors required. A person may not operate on a public way a vehicle so constructed, equipped, loaded or used that the operator is prevented
from having a constantly free and unobstructed view of the way immediately to the rear, unless there is attached a mirror
or reflector placed and adjusted to afford the operator a clear, reflected view of the highway to the rear of the vehicle
for a distance of at least 200 feet.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Temporary mirrors. When a vehicle is operated without a trailer or semitrailer, temporary outside rearview mirrors must be removed or otherwise
adjusted so as not to extend beyond the width of the automobile.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Motorcycles. A motorcycle or motor-driven cycle must be equipped with a rear view mirror mounted and adjusted to afford the operator
a clear, reflected view of the highway in the rear for a distance of at least 200 feet.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1914. Safety seat belts
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1914. Safety seat belts
1. Safety seat belts required. A person may not buy, sell, lease, trade or transfer from or to a resident at retail a model year 1966 or later motor vehicle,
unless that vehicle is equipped with safety seat belts installed for use in the left and right front seats.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1915. Windows
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1915. Windows
1. Safety glass. A motor vehicle must be equipped with safety glass wherever glass is used in partitions, doors, windows or windshields.
"Safety glass" means a product composed of glass or of other materials, manufactured, fabricated or treated to prevent shattering
and flying of broken glass.
The Commissioner of Public Safety may maintain a list of the approved types of glass.
Replacements of glass partitions, doors, windows or windshields must be made with safety glass.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Window repairs. When a window, other than the windshield, is broken, the operator may repair the window by temporarily replacing it with
an opaque substance until there is a reasonable opportunity for replacement.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1916. Reflective and tinted glass
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1916. Reflective and tinted glass
1. Windows to be unobscured. A person may not operate a motor vehicle required to be registered in this State and an inspection mechanic may not issue
a certificate of inspection for a motor vehicle, if:
A. A window is composed of, covered by or treated with any material that is reflective;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. The front windshield is composed of, covered by or treated with a material that reduces the light transmittance through
the window more than the original installation window or an original replacement window;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A side window or rear window is composed of, covered by or treated with a material that has a light transmittance of less
than 50%; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. A front windshield, front door window or window at either end of a rear passenger seat does not contain 2-way glass that
provides the occupants with a clear view of the road and a person outside the vehicle with a clear view of the occupants and
the interior of the vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1999, c. 183, §6 (amd).]
2. Exceptions. The following exceptions apply.
A. The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply to:
(1) A certificate or other paper required or allowed by law to be displayed;
(2) The label attached to a window showing the price, estimated mileage and other federally mandated information commonly
known as the manufacturer's suggested retail price label;
(3) Sun-screening or window-tinting material along a 4-inch strip at the top of the windshield; or
(4) Motor vehicles for which the Chief of the State Police has granted an exception because the health of the owner or a
person who usually occupies the vehicle is adversely affected by sunlight. The Chief of the State Police may, upon proper
application, provide the owner of a motor vehicle with a certificate of exemption that must be displayed upon the request
of a law enforcement officer.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. The provisions of subsection 1, paragraphs C and D do not apply to side windows behind the operator's seat or the rear window
of the following motor vehicles, provided that the vehicle is equipped with 2 outside rear view mirrors, one on each side,
adjusted so that the operator has a clear view of the highway behind the vehicle:
(1) A bus that transports passengers for hire;
(2) A motor vehicle used to transport human remains by a funeral establishment, as described in Title 32, section 1501, or
by a medical examiner appointed pursuant to Title 22, section 3022 or 3023;
(3) A limousine that regularly transports passengers for hire and has a carrying capacity of more than 6 passengers and whose
owner is required to obtain an operating permit pursuant to section 552; and
(4) A multi-purpose vehicle.
[1997, c. 129, §1 (amd).]
C. The provisions of subsection 1, paragraphs C and D, do not apply to side windows behind the operator's seat or the rear
window of a motor vehicle that is equipped with original installation windows or original replacement windows, originally
installed or replaced in conformance with Federal Motor Vehicle Standard 205, except that any such window with a light transmittance
of less than 70% may not be covered by or treated with any material that further reduces the light transmittance.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1997, c. 129, §1 (amd).]
2-A. Definition. For the purposes of this section a "multi-purpose vehicle" means a motor vehicle designed to carry 10 or fewer persons that
is constructed by the manufacturer on a truck chassis or that is constructed with special features for occasional off-road
operation and allowed unlimited tinting by the manufacturer. "Multi-purpose vehicle" includes vans, pick-ups and recreational
vehicles but does not include station wagons, passenger car sedans and those vehicles restricted by the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards.
[1997, c. 129, §2 (new).]
3. Light transmittance certificate. The owner or operator of a motor vehicle with tinted windows that are not replaced in accordance with Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard 205 or windows covered by or treated with tinting material must acquire a light transmittance certificate
and must show the certificate to the inspection mechanic at the time of inspection.
A person who, for compensation, installs tinted replacement windows or window-tinting materials may issue a certificate for
a motor vehicle that complies with the light transmittance standards and shall ensure compliance and issue a certificate for
a vehicle on which that person has installed the tinted window or tinting material.
Upon request, the Bureau of State Police shall provide light transmittance certificates to persons who, for compensation,
install tinted replacement windows or window-tinting materials. Light transmittance certificates provided by the Bureau of
State Police to installers in accordance with this subsection remain the property of the State.
An installer who is adjudicated of a violation of this section or files an answer of "not contested" to a summons for a violation
of this section shall return all unissued light transmittance certificates to the Bureau of State Police within 10 days of
adjudication or of filing the answer. The Bureau of State Police may not provide that installer with light transmittance
certificates for a period of 6 months after the date of adjudication or filing an answer of "not contested."
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Violations. A person may not:
A. Install a replacement window in or window-tinting material on a motor vehicle that does not meet the standards of subsections
1 and 2;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Fail to issue a certificate as required by subsection 3, after installing for compensation a tinted replacement window or
window-tinting material;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Alter the window-tinting materials after a certificate has been issued pursuant to subsection 3 and then display the certificate
as proof that the windows meet the standards of subsection 1 or 2;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. Display or permit to be displayed a light transmittance certificate, knowing the certificate to be fictitious or issued
to another motor vehicle or issued without the motor vehicle meeting the standards of subsection 1 or 2;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. Knowingly cause a light transmittance certificate to be issued for a motor vehicle that does not meet the standards of subsection
1 or 2;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
F. Operate or cause the operation of a motor vehicle that does not meet the requirements of this section; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
G. Fail to return all unissued light transmittance certificates to the Bureau of State Police in accordance with subsection
3.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Presumption. If the operator of a motor vehicle with a tinted replacement window or window-tinting material installed fails to produce
a certificate as required by subsection 3 on the request of a law enforcement officer, it is presumed that the motor vehicle
does not meet the requirements of this section.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Penalty. A person who is adjudicated of a violation of this section commits a traffic infraction that must be punished by a forfeiture
of not less than $100.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Rules. The Chief of the State Police may adopt rules to implement and administer this section and to collect reasonable fees for
that administration.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1997,
Ch. 129,
§1,2
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§6
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1917. Tires and wheels
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1917. Tires and wheels
1. Definitions. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
A. "Tread depth" means the amount of tread design on the tire. "Tread depth" includes original, retread and recap tread design
and, in respect to a special mileage commercial tire, recut, regrooved and siped tread design.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. "Special mileage commercial tire" means a tire manufactured with an extra layer of rubber between the cord body and original
tread design, which extra layer is designed for the purpose of recutting or regrooving, and which tire is specifically labelled
as a "special mileage commercial tire."
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Safe tires required. A motor vehicle may not be operated on a public way unless it is equipped with tires in safe operating condition. A tire
mounted on a motor vehicle is not considered to be in safe operating condition unless it meets the visual and tread depth
requirements set forth in subsections 3 and 4 and the wheel size requirements in subsection 6.
[2005, c. 66, §1 (amd).]
3. Visual requirements. A tire is not in safe operating condition if that tire has:
A. A fabric break or a cut in excess of one inch in any direction as measured on the outside of the tire and deep enough to
reach the body cords;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. A temporary repair by the use of blowout patches or boots;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A bump, bulge or knot related to separation or partial failure of the tire structure;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. A portion of the ply or cord structure exposed; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. Sidewalls damaged to the extent that the body cords are damaged.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Tread depth. A tire is not in safe operating condition if it is worn to the point where less than 232 inch of tread design remains at
all points at which gauge readings are required. Tread depth must be measured as follows.
A. Tire tread depth must be measured by a tread depth gauge that is calibrated in 132 inch.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. Readings must be taken in 2 adjacent major tread grooves at 2 points in each of the grooves not closer than 15 inches.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. Readings for a tire that has the tread design running across the tire or for a siped tire must be taken at or near the center
of the tire at 2 points of the circumference not closer than 15 inches.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Exemptions. A farm vehicle used exclusively for agricultural purposes, including, but not limited to, a self-propelled combine, self-propelled
corn and hay harvesting machine or tractor used exclusively for agricultural purposes, is exempt from this section.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Wheels. If the rim size has been altered, the overall diameter of the wheel with the tire must be within the vehicle manufacturer's
specifications.
[2003, c. 146, §1 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 146,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 66,
§1
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1918. Regrooved tires
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1918. Regrooved tires
A person commits a traffic infraction if that person distributes, has for sale, offers for sale, sells or uses on a motor
vehicle a pneumatic tire that has been regrooved below the original tread depth, unless that tire was originally manufactured
with extra undertread material.
[1999, c. 771, Pt. C, §13 (amd); Pt. D, §§1, 2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1999,
Ch. 771,
§C13
(AMD).
PL 1999,
Ch. 771,
§D1,2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1919. Studded tires
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1919. Studded tires
1. Prohibited May 1st to October 1st. Except as provided in subsections 2 and 3, from the first day of May to the first day of October, a person may not operate
a vehicle with tires having metal studs, wires, spikes or other metal protruding from the tire tread.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §24 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Extension of use period and issuance of permit. Extended use of studded tires may be permitted according to this subsection.
A. A person may use studded tires for periods other than those specified in subsection 1, if the Commissioner of Transportation
extends the use period or, in a special case, issues a permit covering stated periods of time for the use of studded tires.
The fee for a permit may not be less than $3 and not more than $15, as determined by the commissioner.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §24 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
B. A person issued a permit under paragraph A must carry the permit in an easily accessible place in or about the vehicle.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §24 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §24 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
3. Application. Subsection 1 does not apply to fire department vehicles or school buses during the months school is in regular session.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §24 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q24
(RPR).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1920. Vehicle frame height
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1920. Vehicle frame height
1. Minimum and maximum frame end heights. A motor vehicle may not be operated on a public way or receive a certificate of inspection with a frame end height of less
than 10 inches or with the frame end height lower than the vehicle was originally manufactured if originally manufactured
to be less than 10 inches. A motor vehicle may not be operated on a public way or receive a certificate of inspection with
a maximum frame end height based on the manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating that is greater than:
A.
[2005, c. 276, §2 (rp).]
B. For a vehicle of 4,500 pounds and less, 24 inches in the front and 26 inches in the rear;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. For a vehicle of 4,501 pounds to 7,500 pounds, 27 inches in the front and 29 inches in the rear; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. For a vehicle of 7,501 pounds to 10,000 pounds, 28 inches in the front and 30 inches in the rear.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Measurements must be taken from a level surface to the bottom of the frame end. For the purposes of this subsection, "frame
end" means the point at which the frame rail terminates at the bumper assembly.
[2005, c. 276, §2 (amd).]
2. Modifications. A vehicle may not be modified to cause, under normal operation, the vehicle body or chassis to come into contact with the
ground, expose the fuel tank to damage from collision or cause the wheels to come in contact with the body. The suspension
and tire sizes of a vehicle may be modified pursuant to this chapter and rules established by the Chief of the State Police.
[2005, c. 276, §2 (amd).]
3. Suspension. Except as provided in this subsection or in subsection 2, an original suspension system may not be disconnected. This section
does not prohibit the installation of heavy duty equipment, including shock absorbers and overload springs, or prohibit a
person from operating on a public way a motor vehicle with normal wear of the suspension system if normal wear does not affect
control of the vehicle.
[2005, c. 276, §2 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 144,
§1
(AMD).
PL 2005,
Ch. 276,
§2
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1921. Television prohibited from vehicles
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1921. Television prohibited from vehicles
A person may not operate a motor vehicle equipped with a television viewer, screen or other means of visually receiving a
television broadcast that is visible to the operator. This section does not apply to a law enforcement officer using a video
camera or other video equipment for law enforcement purposes.
[1995, c. 584, Pt. B, §7 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 584,
§B7
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1922. Advertisements on motor vehicles
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1922. Advertisements on motor vehicles
1. Prohibition. Except as provided in this section, an owner or operator may not operate on a public way a motor vehicle to which is affixed
an illuminated advertisement.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Display rules. For purposes of vehicle identification, in addition to the provisions of section 1951, a motor truck, truck tractor or semitrailer
may display an illuminated sign in accordance with rules adopted by the Commissioner of Public Safety according to the Maine
Administrative Procedure Act.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
3. Standards. Among other standards determined by the Commissioner of Public Safety to be necessary to protect the welfare and safety
of the general public, an illuminated sign:
A. Must bear the name of the owner of the vehicle, the lessee of the vehicle or the person for which the operator is transporting
property or goods; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. May identify the cargo in transit.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
4. Location of sign. An illuminated sign may only be displayed as follows:
A. On truck tractors, on the wind deflector on the roof of the truck tractor;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. On a semitrailer, on the front portion of the semitrailer; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. On a truck, on the front portion of the storage compartment above and behind the cab.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
5. Lights prohibited. An illuminated sign may not be lighted by a flashing, blinking or neon light.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
6. Form, size and light of sign. An illuminated sign must be in a form, size and light so as not to distract or impair the vision of the operator of another
motor vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
7. Exception. This section does not apply to the illuminated name and telephone number identification affixed to vehicles for the conveyance
of passengers.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1923. Reading while operating a motor vehicle prohibited
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1923. Reading while operating a motor vehicle prohibited
An operator may not read printed material including but not limited to, a newspaper, book, brochure or pamphlet, while operating
a motor vehicle. Printed material does not include a map or written directions to a specific location.
[1999, c. 183, §7 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§7
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §1924. Chains on skidders
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1924. Chains on skidders
Chains attached to the tires or wheels of a skidder must be removed prior to operation on a paved way.
[1999, c. 183, §7 (new).]
Section History:
PL 1999,
Ch. 183,
§7
(NEW).
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Title 29-A - §1925. Equipment requirements for low-speed vehicles
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1925. Equipment requirements for low-speed vehicles
1. Equipment required. A low-speed vehicle registered pursuant to section 501, subsection 11 must be equipped with:
A. Brakes for each wheel;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
B. Headlights that comply with section 1904;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
C. An odometer;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
D. One exterior rearview mirror;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
E. One interior rearview mirror;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
F. A parking brake;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
G. Rear reflectors;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
H. A safety glass windshield;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
I. A speedometer;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
J. Stop lamps;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
K. Rear lights that comply with section 1905;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
L. Seat belts and child restraint systems that comply with section 2081;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
M. Turn signal lamps;
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
N. Windshield wipers; and
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
O. A vehicle identification number.
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
2. Working condition. Equipment required in subsection 1 must be in good working condition.
[2003, c. 397, §9 (new).]
29-A §01925
Nitrous oxide system
(REPEALED)
(REALLOCATED TO TITLE 29-A, SECTION 1926)
Section History:
PL 2003,
Ch. 340,
§4
(NEW).
PL 2003,
Ch. 397,
§9
(NEW).
RR 2003,
Ch. 1,
§29
(RAL).
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Title 29-A - §1926. Nitrous oxide system (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 1925)
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1926. Nitrous oxide system (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 29-A, SECTION 1925)
1. Definitions. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
A. "Fill station" means a place that refills nitrous oxide bottles.
[2005, c. 31, §1 (new).]
B. "Nitrous oxide system" means a device installed in a motor vehicle that allows nitrous oxide to combine with gasoline for
the purpose of increasing engine power.
[2005, c. 31, §1 (new).]
[2005, c. 31, §1 (rpr).]
2. Use prohibited. Except as provided in subsection 3, a person may not operate a motor vehicle that is equipped with a nitrous oxide system
on a public way.
[RR 2003, c. 1, §29 (ral).]
3. Exceptions. A person may operate a motor vehicle equipped with a nitrous oxide system on a public way if:
A. All canisters of nitrous oxide have been removed from the vehicle; or
[RR 2003, c. 1, §29 (ral).]
B. The motor vehicle is en route to or from a track where the motor vehicle is used for racing, a car show, an off-highway
competition or event or a fill station and:
(1) The nitrous oxide system is made inoperative by disconnecting the line feeding nitrous oxide to the engine; or
(2) All containers of nitrous oxide have been removed from the motor vehicle.
[2005, c. 31, §2 (amd).]
[2005, c. 31, §2 (amd).]
Section History:
RR 2003,
Ch. 1,
§29
(RAL).
PL 2005,
Ch. 31,
§1,2
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1951. Name of owner or lessee displayed
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: TRUCKS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1951. Name of owner or lessee displayed
A truck tractor owner or operator shall display on both sides of the truck tractor the name of the owner or lessee in letters
not less than 2 12 inches in height.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1952. Flares; emergency signals
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: TRUCKS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1952. Flares; emergency signals
1. Carry flares. Except as provided in subsection 1-A, a truck or truck tractor with a registration for operation with gross vehicle weight
in excess of 10,000 pounds must be equipped with 2 red flags, 3 flares and 3 red lanterns or red emergency reflectors.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §25 (amd); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
1-A. Flares prohibited. A vehicle transporting inflammable liquids or gas in bulk may not carry flares.
[2003, c. 452, Pt. Q, §26 (new); Pt. X, §2 (aff).]
2. Disabled vehicle. When a truck or truck tractor with a registration for operation with gross vehicle weight in excess of 10,000 pounds is
disabled on a public way, the operator shall, during the time that lights are required to be illuminated, place emergency
signals as follows:
A. One flare or lantern or red emergency reflector in the center of the lane of traffic occupied by the disabled motor vehicle
not less than 100 feet from the vehicle in the direction of traffic approaching in that lane;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
B. One flare or lantern or red emergency reflector not less than 100 feet from the vehicle in the center of the same lane in
the opposite direction; and
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. One flare or lantern or red emergency reflector at the traffic side of the vehicle not closer than 10 feet from the front
or rear.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
When lights are not required to be illuminated, red flags must be used, except that no flag is required to be placed at the
side of the vehicle.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§Q25,26
(AMD).
PL 2003,
Ch. 452,
§X2
(AFF).
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Title 29-A - §1953. Splash guards
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: TRUCKS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1953. Splash guards
1. Required. A truck, truck tractor, trailer and semitrailer must be equipped with suitable guards that will effectively reduce the spray
or splash of mud, water or slush caused by the rear wheels.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
2. Exception. Splash guards are not required for:
A. A truck with a registered gross vehicle weight of 6,000 pounds or less;
[1995, c. 584, Pt. A, §3 (amd).]
B. A dump truck:
(1) While being operated on construction or reconstruction projects in a construction area established by the Department
of Transportation; and
(2) On a public way between the project and a pit or quarry where materials are being obtained when the pit or quarry is
within 7 miles of the construction area;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
C. A truck tractor when not hauling a trailer or semitrailer;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
D. A fire department vehicle;
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
E. A motor vehicle equipped with fenders; or
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
F. A truck with a stake body that extends not less than 6 feet beyond the rear axle and that is registered under section 505.
[1993, c. 683, Pt. A, §2 (new); Pt. B, §5 (aff).]
[1995, c. 584, Pt. A, §3 (amd).]
Section History:
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§A2
(NEW).
PL 1993,
Ch. 683,
§B5
(AFF).
PL 1995,
Ch. 584,
§A3
(AMD).
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Title 29-A - §1954. Dump body support
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Title 29-A: MOTOR VEHICLES (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Chapter 17: EQUIPMENT (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
Subchapter 2: TRUCKS (HEADING: PL 1993, c. 683, Pt. A, @2 (new); Pt. B, @5 (aff))
§1954. Dump body support
1. Equipment. A truck with a dump body must be equipped with a positive means of support, permanently attached and capable of being locked
in position to prevent lowering of the body while being maintained, inspected or repaired or while the truck is unattended.
[2003, c. 340, §5 (new).]
2. Required. A truck dump body must be either fully lowered, locked by means of equipment required in subsection 1 or physically blocked
from lowering while being maintained, inspected or repaired or while the truck is unattended.
[2003, c. 340, §5 (new).]
3. Penalty. A person who violates this section commits a Class E crime.
[2003, c. 340, §5 (new).]
Section History:
PL 2003,
Ch. 340,
§5
(NEW).
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