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What is 24003?
What is 24003?
What does 24250 refer to?
What does 24250 refer to?
Driving without lights during darkness
What is the violation described by 24252(a)?
What is the violation described by 24252(a)?
Maintain lights in good working order
What does 24400(a) specify?
What does 24400(a) specify?
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What is stated in 24400(b)?
What is stated in 24400(b)?
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Describe the lighting requirement mentioned in 24411.
Describe the lighting requirement mentioned in 24411.
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What does 24600(b) describe?
What does 24600(b) describe?
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What is outlined in 24600(e)?
What is outlined in 24600(e)?
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What does 24601 refer to?
What does 24601 refer to?
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What does 24603(b) state about stop lamps?
What does 24603(b) state about stop lamps?
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What is stated in 24604 about vehicle loads?
What is stated in 24604 about vehicle loads?
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What is the regulation for backup lamps after 1969?
What is the regulation for backup lamps after 1969?
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What is the color requirement for backup lamps according to 24606(b)?
What is the color requirement for backup lamps according to 24606(b)?
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What does 24607(b) require for reflectors?
What does 24607(b) require for reflectors?
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What does 24800 prohibit?
What does 24800 prohibit?
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What is defined by 24953(a) about turn signals?
What is defined by 24953(a) about turn signals?
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What does 25250 state about flashing lights?
What does 25250 state about flashing lights?
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What is the requirement for front lights or reflectors according to 25950(a)?
What is the requirement for front lights or reflectors according to 25950(a)?
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What does 25950(b) specify about rear lights?
What does 25950(b) specify about rear lights?
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What is prohibited by 26101(b) regarding vehicle lighting?
What is prohibited by 26101(b) regarding vehicle lighting?
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Study Notes
Lighting Violations Overview
- CVC 24003: Prohibits illegal decorative lighting on vehicles.
- CVC 24250: Requires vehicles to have operational lights during darkness; driving without them is a violation.
- CVC 24252(a): Mandates maintenance of lights in good working order at all times.
Headlight Regulations
- CVC 24400(a): Vehicles must have headlights mounted between 22" to 54" from the ground.
- CVC 24400(b): Headlights must be operational during darkness or in inclement weather.
Auxiliary Lighting
- CVC 24411: Off-highway lights must be covered on highways; a maximum of 8 lights allowed.
Tail Light Requirements
- CVC 24600(b): Requires two functional tail lights on vehicles.
- CVC 24600(e): Tail lights must be red and visible from 1000 feet.
License Plate Illumination
- CVC 24601: License plate must be illuminated, clearly visible from at least 50 feet.
Stop Lamp Regulations
- CVC 24603(b): Requires at least two stop lamps, except for motorcycles.
Load Visibility
- CVC 24604: Loads extending over 4 feet beyond the rear of the vehicle must display a flag or light.
Backup Light Specifications
- CVC 24606(a): Vehicles manufactured after 1969 must have a backup lamp.
- CVC 24606(b): Backup lamps must emit white light and be visible up to 75 feet.
Reflector Requirements
- CVC 24607(b): Requires two reflectors on vehicles, except motorcycles.
Parking Light Restrictions
- CVC 24800: Prohibits driving with only parking lights illuminated.
Turn Signal Regulations
- CVC 24953(a): Turn signals must operate properly, with white or amber lights at the front and red or amber at the rear.
Decorative Lighting Prohibitions
- CVC 25250: Flashing decorative lights on vehicles are not permitted.
Front and Rear Light Requirements
- CVC 25950(a): Front lights and reflectors must be white or amber unless explicitly allowed otherwise.
- CVC 25950(b): Rear lights and reflectors must be red unless specifically permitted.
Modified Lighting Restrictions
- CVC 26101(b): Drivers are prohibited from operating vehicles with modified lighting equipment or safety glazing materials.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards on California Vehicle Code (CVC) lighting violations. Each card features a specific violation along with its definition. Brush up on essential driving regulations regarding vehicle lighting to ensure safety and compliance.