CA: Mount a GPS on Your Windshield, Get Fined $108
08-07-08, 08:30 PM
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The law I would like to see passed is currently under review-
banning drivers from operating a vehicle with a pet on their lap.
I fear for the pet as much as getting run-into by these idiot drivers.
http://www.autoblog.com/2008/05/07/c...p-pets-in-car/
banning drivers from operating a vehicle with a pet on their lap.
I fear for the pet as much as getting run-into by these idiot drivers.
http://www.autoblog.com/2008/05/07/c...p-pets-in-car/
08-07-08, 09:15 PM
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This law really depends on the officer that pulls you over, just don't **** them off enough for them to unload everything on you. I knew someone that loved to be smart towards cops and he ended up getting several tickets and another for a school parking permit on his rear view mirror...
08-07-08, 11:08 PM
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The law is not up for debate as it is stated clearly. The rules are the rules, no matter how mean or nice the officer is.
08-07-08, 11:18 PM
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I thought you get a paper in the box with your GPS saying it is a legal to put the GPS on, I think there is a loop hole but depends where you mount it to!
Another ticket to worry about...lol
08-07-08, 11:49 PM
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Rules are rules, but there are stupid laws that restrict us of our freedoms to enjoy our vehicles. Not everyone can afford an on dash GPS system.
"Those Who Sacrifice Liberty For Security Deserve Neither." -Benjamin Franklin
08-08-08, 12:09 AM
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No, it is up for debate as this new bill being introduced decriminalizes the ability to put a GPS unit on the windshield in a specific area, thus making GPS on your windshield legal.
Rules are rules, but there are stupid laws that restrict us of our freedoms to enjoy our vehicles. Not everyone can afford an on dash GPS system.
"Those Who Sacrifice Liberty For Security Deserve Neither." -Benjamin Franklin
Rules are rules, but there are stupid laws that restrict us of our freedoms to enjoy our vehicles. Not everyone can afford an on dash GPS system.
"Those Who Sacrifice Liberty For Security Deserve Neither." -Benjamin Franklin
As for the vehicle code, it's clearly stated and is the current law like it or not.
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d12/vc26708.htm
Originally Posted by CA Vehicle Code 26708
Material Obstructing or Reducing Driver's View
"No person shall drive any motor vehicle with any object or material placed, displayed, installed, affixed, or applied in or upon the vehicle which obstructs or reduces the driver's clear view through the windshield or side windows."
So I wonder, if the cop lets you off for speeding does that mean that law is up for debate also?
08-08-08, 12:23 AM
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Sure there are stupid laws, but how many of us actually live and die by the sword? I know I don't.
As for the vehicle code, it's clearly stated and is the current law like it or not.
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d12/vc26708.htm
You did mention previously.... "This law really depends on the officer that pulls you over, just don't **** them off enough for them to unload everything on you."
So I wonder, if the cop lets you off for speeding does that mean that law is up for debate also?
As for the vehicle code, it's clearly stated and is the current law like it or not.
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d12/vc26708.htm
You did mention previously.... "This law really depends on the officer that pulls you over, just don't **** them off enough for them to unload everything on you."
So I wonder, if the cop lets you off for speeding does that mean that law is up for debate also?
And yes laws do depend on the officer if they are willing to enforce such a thing.
08-08-08, 12:34 AM
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Yes it is a current law, that is establish. The debate is basically on the new bill that revises the law to allow GPS systems be on the list of accept items. The debate is based on whether the current law should be revised or not.
And yes laws do depend on the officer if they are willing to enforce such a thing.
And yes laws do depend on the officer if they are willing to enforce such a thing.
It's kind of a non issue to debate such a thing. There are other alternatives to safely use an aftermarket portable nav unit in your car. This is a great one...
These laws are written with safety in mind...not to give out frivolous citations just to stir up debate. Good visibility is key when you're driving. Anything obstructing your line of sight will only hinder your judgment to drive in a safe manner. Afterall, in California, the Basic Speed Law states:
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d11/vc22350.htm
Originally Posted by CVC 22350 - Basic Speed Law
No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic on, and the surface and width of, the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property.
08-08-08, 12:58 AM
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the whole point of this thread is to show users "this law exists if you didn't know yet" but also it's currently under review and a bill is coming to revise it for gps devices.
the debate is the validity of the current law, as it currently is being reviewed for revision. having a specific location is safer.
the debate is the validity of the current law, as it currently is being reviewed for revision. having a specific location is safer.
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08-08-08, 03:44 PM
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The portable gps in my other car is on the lower left side. I never understood why someone would put it in the middle of the windshield. That is such a distraction.
