 Updated Laws for 2009 As we enter 2009, the Fort Bragg Police Department would like to remind motorists of a new law that will ring in the New Year. Senate Bill 28 (SB 28) which coincides with the cell phone law of 2007, "Prohibits a person from driving a motor vehicle while using an electronic wireless communications device to write, send, or read a text-based communication." The new bill will impose a fine of $20 for the first offense and $50 for subsequent offenses. No violation points will be given as a result of the offense and there are exceptions for emergency personnel. The Fort Bragg Police Department would like to encourage motorists to not violate this new law. It is for your safety and the safety of our community. As a reminder, let's not forget a few of the laws that were passed over the last couple of years: In 2005, a new law related to the use of headlights during times of limited visibility was put into effect. California Vehicle Code Section 22400 requires the driver of a motor vehicle to have his headlights on during darkness, inclement weather or both. Inclement weather is a weather condition that is either of the following: - Visibility is 1,000.00 feet or less
- Whenever the windshield wipers are operating due to rain, mist, snow, fog, or other precipitation or atmospheric moisture
Let us also remember the harsh weather conditions we have on the coast that often cause us to lose electric power. This will cause stoplights to flash red. California Vehicle Code Sections 21457 and 21800 require drivers to treat an intersection with four-way flashing lights, or lights that are not working at all the same way as they would at an intersection with four-way stop signs. |
