Michigan § 257.695 - Minimum lighting for all vehicles.
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§ 257.695. Minimum lighting for all vehicles.
All vehicles, including animal-drawn vehicles, implements of husbandry, road machinery, road rollers, and farm tractors, not otherwise required under this act to be equipped with head or rear lamps, shall at the times specified in section 684 be in compliance with either of the following:
(a) For implements of husbandry manufactured before January 1, 2007, be equipped with at least 1 lighted lamp exhibiting a white light visible from a distance of 500 feet to the front of the vehicle and with a lamp exhibiting a red light visible from a distance of 500 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
(b) For implements of husbandry manufactured on or after January 1, 2007, be in compliance with section 684a.
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 257.695
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.695 cover?
Section 257.695 ("Minimum lighting for all vehicles.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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