what state? in penn they dont let other states know about tickets (so i've heard from different sources, so dont quote me on this)

 

my license is MN, and it was in CO.

 

Some states it varies i got Pulled over in Ny with a California Plate mind you i was only 9 miles over the limit i didn't lose any points but my insurance raised my rates so that is something you also may consider.
Some states like California also offer traffic school to eliminate that ticket ,one ticket only a year . Ny on the other hand offeres it but still nails you with the points on you licence .

 

Your on the list too!
I Passed that test in a breeze 89 % .
But you expect to become a law enforcement officer so you have to obey the laws .Everyone gets speeding tickets ,Trying to play the trump card that your going to be an officer doesn't work . You have to sit and wonder how many times He has heard that ! But even being an officer doesn't get you off the hook either It's more of a proffessional Courtisy Which can also get that officer in trouble. You will learn more about this in the Academy .
You still have the right to appeal the Ticket If he hadn't already lowered the Speed . He may drop the Noise one or may not so my best advice is to appear at court see if he will listen to reason but also meantion that you plan to plead guilty . He may also not show up which gets you off .Don't always count on it though . Good luck .

 

is having smoke headlights and taillights in 808, (HAWAII) illegal???

 

Eddie,

Thanks for stepping up and allowing the folks to know that we like hot cars too.

'06 Cherry tC with some fun extras here.

I'll help out with NY Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) as I can and am asked.

I may be headed your way next month - maybe we can set up a meet?

NyteFyter

 

I live in NY and cant find a thing about the 930pm-930am no music rule. Perhaps it is a local law? The only statewide laws regarding audio and vehicles are the following.

NYS VAT S375 24a
"It shall be unlawful to operate upon any public highway in this state a motor vehicle, limited use automobile, limited use motorcycle or bicycle while the operator is wearing more than one earphone attached to a radio, tape player or other audio device."

NYS VAT S375 47a
"It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or cause to be operated, an audio amplification system which is operated in, installed in or powered by a vehicle which generates an A-weighted sound level in excess of seventy dB (A) measured at, or adjusted to, a distance of twenty-five feet from the vehicle which is driven, standing, or parked on a public highway, or within one hundred feet of a public highway unless that system is being operated to request assistance or warn of a hazardous situation. This section shall not apply to authorized emergency vehicles or vehicles operated by gas, electric, communications or water utilities. This section shall not apply to the sound systems of vehicles used for advertising, or in parades, political or other special events, except that the use of sound systems on those motor vehicles may be prohibited by a local authority by ordinance or local law."

Stef

 

In California, the packaging for the liscence plate cover will say "For Off Road Use Only". That's the "illegal part" phrase in CA. Just go to Walmart and look at the packaging of stuff in the automotive dept.

It's a way for companies to sell illegal parts or parts that can't be put on a street legal car but still be able to sell the products in retail outlets.

It's just like in South Park when Jimbo and Ned go hunting. They just shout out "IT'S COMING RIGHT FOR US" and they can kill anything they like in or out of hunting season, endangered species, etc.

 

I don't know if you're active in the forums anymore, but either way I appreciate the 32 pages of invaluable knowledge you have provided thus far.

Anyhow, a few questions.

1. If i were to tint my tail lights, would I really recieve that much flack for it?

2. Also, how many times would they issue me a "fix-it-ticket" for the same violation before moving to more drastic measures? Does the fine increase with each ticket? Any license points involved?

-- I live in Northwest Florida, if that changes anything.

3. Would the use of these puddle lights be legal? I think you may have discussed this somewhere... but I can't find it. Something about wiring them to turn signals and utilizing the clause of "extra turn signal"? Would they be legal to run all the time? They're white...

4. Are cops allowed to ticket you for loud music, exhaust, etc. without using a sound-reading device? i.e. would their ability to "know" that it is too loud hold up in court? Wouldn't that be speculation? Witness testimony by a layman.

5. On a scale of 1-10, how fullfilling would you rate your job? My cousin is considering law enforcement after his 4 year commitment to the army Rangers.

6. If you could pick any other career, what would it be?

Thanks in advance, and I truly wish the best for you and your family.

Drive safely.

 

There are so many posts in this thread i didn't feel like looking through all of them so here is my question. I live in NC. Is it legal to remove the amber turn reflectors out on my xB? I still have an amber bulb but they're Silverstars which appear to be blue when not lit up. I've heard it's not illegal as long as they light up amber or white. I have seen people with red turn signals.
Also when i got my front windows tinted the guy would only do 20% i think. But i see people around with way more than that all the time. Why don't they ever get pulled over? How expensive are the tint testing devices for PD's to buy? How many does your PD have?
One more: If i am asked to do the blow test, and the cop says i'm under the limit, do i have the right to see the result?

 

I cannot speak to the law in either NC or FL so I cannot help with specifics in those states.

Here in NY:

I can't think of anybody who wouldn't tell you what your breathalyzer results are - it's either a congratulations or a you're under arrest.

The sound statutes are generally written to involve both decible levels and audible from a distance of.... So all the cop has to do is hear you beyond the distance and the statute is enforced.

Tint meters are fairly inexpensive and becoming more and more popular as particular members of the criminal element are tinting windows to avoid observation of what is happening inside the car (remember, there are other people in the world beyond those who want cars that look good and go fast - unless you are somebody who dislikes the police, in which case it is, in fact, all about you).

I like the job but not the politics - could really do without the political whohaw.

If I could do any other job it would likely have to do with information security and cyber investigations in a private setting (much more leeway in my investigatons if I wasn't a government agent).

Hope that helps.

 

Yessir, thanks. I haven't been pulled in years(I behave) but if i do i would roll all my windows down alll the way and have my hands on the wheel....if not out the window. Always make sure to put a thumb print on the rear of the vehicle you're stopping. I don't dislike police at all. I just don't like it when they get nervous ,apathetic, or i see them doing something they shouldn't. Or not doing something they should. I feel ya on the politics. If not for that i might've been a cop.

 

Are these legal to put on your car in NY? i really want them but i dont wanna get pulled over for it.
https://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=118564

there the first 3 or 4 pics. please let me know asap
thank you

 

hey i was wondering, if your driving, and someone infront of u flips you off because you were turning into his lane (behind him) kinda close, than all of a sudden he keeps flipping u off, than i flipped him off, than he stepped on his brakes hard. if he would of hit me, whos fault would it have been? now there was no one in front of him so he stepped on it on purpose of course.

 

my cars plated in NY

I have Yellow Headlights and was wondering if that legal

i know the old Benz's had yellow headlights stock so i dont think there would be a problem with it

thanks man!

 

A friend of mine claims that if you leave your car registration/insurance card in your car and report it stolen, the cop can't arrest the thief if he shows the vehicle's registration and claims he borrowed it.

Truth or Fiction? I assume that's gotta be total BS.

 

okay, im in a situation that im getting mad at New York. Im really interested in just knowing the laws of New York such as
1. How tinted can my windows be and still be legal
and 2. Are underglow neon legal to have on your car, but not actually on when driving?

any help would be appreciated since ive been looking for answers for a long time

 

Well, if your friend reported the car stolen and the "suspect" who has the car shows the cop that he "has" the vehicle's registration and insurance card, but then the thief would also have to show the officer his driver's liscence.... yeah unless your friend and the thief are look-alikes with the same name or maybe the thief was really sophisticated and had a fake driver's liscence made up with his pic over and your friend's name.... I would say that they're at least going to be arrested.

 

i just read through all 32 pages...yea, i'm bored at work.

anywho, is ScionCop still around? haven't seen him post in awhile.

anyway, in PA they allow tint that transmits at least 70% light in. but my friend directed me to this site: http://www.berksweb.com/users/dmv/tint/

this site shows that there are laws that say it's illegal and legal to have less than 70% light.

also, if a cop pulls me over for having less than 70% light transmit, could i inform him of the laws that state it's legal and not get a ticket?

thanks!

 

Hey,

Is it illegal to have a rear plate frame that covers the County (in Florida)? Just wondering bc I found a cool plate frame from my Scion dealer and I wasn't sure if that was an issue.